Karting News

If you’re looking for activities to occupy your family during the school holidays there’s plenty of motorsport-themed fun to occupy children of all ages this August. With opportunities to get involved, compete or just watch, there’s a motorsport for everyone in the family. Kartin…

The Motorsport UK Girls Karting Academy is helping to drive greater female participation in motorsport and with the next taster days on 11th August, girls from as young as 8-years-old can get started this summer. The Motorsport UK Girls Karting Academy, delivered with TeamSport i…

The opening InKart season of 2026 delivered memorable racing, dramatic championship battles and standout performances across Daytona Motorsport’s venues at Milton Keynes, Tamworth and Sandown Park. The championship forms part of the recently expanded Motorsport UK Recognised Kart…

Closing the first chapter at Whilton Mill. Where Norris, Slater and Russell cut their teeth. Whilton Mill hosts the Champions Of The Future Academy Program UK Series Finale, 21-23 Aug. Entries are open now. Four events, four regions, one goal for RGMMC: find hidden talents capabl…

Motorsport UK is inviting passionate members of the motorsport community to help shape the future of the sport by applying to join its committees for 2027. Recruitment is now open for a wide range of voluntary committee positions, offering competitors, officials, volunteers and i…

British karting celebrated one of its greatest ever days on the international stage as drivers from the British Kart Championships secured three FIA European Championship titles at Kristianstad in Sweden, underlining the exceptional strength and depth of the UK’s talent pathway. …

On opposite sides of the globe, it was a memorable weekend for British motorsport as champions past, present and future delivered a series of standout performances. In Budapest, reigning Formula 1 World Champion Lando Norris returned to winning ways at the Hungarian Grand Prix, w…

No fewer than 370 entrants from 47 nations, representing five continents, lined up for last weekend’s 2026 Rotax MAX Challenge International Trophy at the Le Mans kart circuit in France – and British drivers won all six classes! Jayan Prakash was victorious in Micro Max, Austin O…

The second weekend of National Motorsport Week has over 70 permitted events covering many disciplines and is the perfect opportunity to get out on a sunny weekend and compete, volunteer or just enjoy motorsport. Some of the events below are still accepting entries at the time of …

Motorsport UK is proud to collaborate with KartSim for the 2026 season, strengthening the development opportunities available to drivers within the Motorsport UK Kart Academy programme. As part of the agreement, KartSim will deliver a dedicated driver coaching simulation session …

The motorsport world converges on the UK every July, with this year’s British Grand Prix hosting a record 565,000 fans across the weekend, followed by a sell-out Goodwood Festival of Speed showcasing the great and the good of the sport. A recent survey showed that less than half …

National Motorsport Week is here! With the British Grand Prix showcasing the top level of our sport, it’s time to get involved. Whether you are planning to compete, volunteer or spectate there is a motorsport for everyone with 188 permitted events just this weekend running from T…

The July 2026 Clerks’ & Stewards’ Bulletin brings together the latest updates, guidance and reminders to support officials and organisers in delivering safe, fair and well-run events. This edition includes important updates on pit exit blend line management, National Competition …

Applications are now open for Motorsport UK’s 2027 Inclusion Grants; created by Motorsport UK to empower our community and diversify our sport. The Inclusion Grant provides targeted funding to help remove barriers and enable greater participation from underrepresented communities…

Dear British Grand Prix volunteers, As we reflect on an extraordinary Formula 1 British Grand Prix weekend, we wanted to write to you to say one thing above all else: Thank you. The 2026 British Grand Prix will be remembered as one of the defining moments in our sport’s history. …

Championship leader Kimi Antonelli won the Formula 1 Sprint for Mercedes at Silverstone after challenging the Ferrari of polesitter Lewis Hamilton in the opening half of the race before talking the lead at mid-distance. At the start, Antonelli immediately tried to outsprint Hamil…

F1 Academy driver Ella Stevens was awarded the FIA Karting Award at the British Grand Prix ahead of the championship’s first race event at Silverstone. The FIA Karting Award is given to the highest-placed female racer in UK karting. Ella received the award from McLaren’s F1 Busin…

The image here was found during a recent Kart event and serves as a very good reminder to ensure you check brake systems carefully during safety scrutineering – and in particular make sure you pay attention to the condition of the secondary cable. In the event where the primary c…

The F1 Academy makes its UK debut this weekend at Silverstone as one of the highlights of the British Grand Prix support programme. The arrival of the all-female racing series not only underlines Britain’s leading role in developing female motorsport talent but also reflects the …

Everyone loves a home victory, and no fewer than 13 British drivers have thrilled local fans by winning the British Grand Prix since Silverstone staged Formula 1’s inaugural World Championship race in 1950. Further underlining the United Kingdom’s enduring influence on the sport,…

When Christian Hewgill first entered the Formula 1 paddock, he was faced with a question familiar to many LGBTQ+ people working in sport: should he be open about who he is? Seven years later, the broadcaster, The Fast And The Curious and F1 Explains podcaster and author of Grand …

Matt Bishop has spent almost three decades at the heart of Formula 1 and British motorsport. As a prominent figure in motorsport promotion, initially as editor of the groundbreaking F1 Racing magazine before moving into communications for the McLaren and Aston Martin F1 teams, W …

Motorsport UK is proud to expand the Motorsport UK Recognised Karting Pathway with Daytona Motorsport, becoming the most recent addition to the Pathway by recognising a vital new entry point into competitive outdoor karting at an arrive-drive level, through the recognition of Day…

Motorsport UK confirms FIA Eco Rally Scotland will return to Dundee from 31 July to 2 August following the success of the inaugural event last year. Running as an official round of the 2026 FIA Eco Rally Cup, the event will be expanded to incorporate the new StreetCar Festival Sc…

In a stellar weekend for UK motorsport, British drivers not only swept the podium at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix but also claimed victory in all three classes at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. At Barcelona, Lewis Hamilton led home George Russell and Lando Norris to secure his 10…

Scrutineers regularly encounter unusual, interesting and sometimes concerning examples during event inspections. “Feedback from the Field” shares real-world observations from across the sport, highlighting valuable learning opportunities, reinforcing key safety requirements and s…

Abbi Pulling continues to make motorsport history while serving as an inspirational role model for the growing number of female racers encouraged to pursue careers in the sport. Just two years after becoming the first female driver to win a round of the British F4 Championship, P…

The second bank holiday in May heralds the imminent arrival of summer and with over 70 events permitted there’s a motorsport for everyone, whether you are competing, volunteering or spectating. Use our interactive map here to search by your postcode and have a fantastic weekend! …

Round 3 of the 2026 TKC Championship took place at Whilton Mill from May 8th to May 10th 2026, with all qualifying, heats, superheats and finals completed across two full days of racing. Conditions were slightly cloudy and cool with a dry track throughout the whole weekend, provi…

The May 2026 Clerks’ & Stewards’ Bulletin brings together important updates and reminders for officials and organisers across the sport. This edition includes guidance on conflicts of interest, extrication exercises, championship bulletin procedures, judicial process resources, a…

Our community is one that is powered not just by motors but also passion, and this enthusiasm can be used to help refocus minds in a positive direction. In the case of Paul Sweeney, motorsport became the perfect antidote to the manosphere that he feared was steering his son Jaydo…

Round 2 of the 2026 TKC Championship took place at PF International, delivering a full weekend of racing across all classes. All sessions were completed following a delay earlier in the weekend, with strong grids once again building on the momentum from the opening round. Across …

British talent lit up the Franciacorta Karting Track in Italy during Round 2 of the IAME Euro Series, with British Kart Championship drivers claiming top spot on every podium and showcasing the depth of UK karting. In the Mini X30 final, Chester Forkes (DK Academy) stormed to vic…

Motorsport UK is delighted to confirm that Sky Sports F1 will be broadcasting the Wera Tools British Kart Championships in 2026, the first time that karting has been televised on a mainstream TV channel for over 25 years. In a significant milestone for the British Kart Championsh…

The 2026 TKC Championship season began last weekend at Warden Law, with Round 1 delivering a smooth and well-structured event across all three days. Conditions remained consistent throughout, with dry and sunny weather and temperatures between 10 and 15 degrees providing an ideal…

Motorsport UK is working with Tillotson Racing and RPM on a new T4 Academy initiative designed to help drivers transition into owner-driver karting via a supported arrive-and-drive style package in the cost effective four-stroke category. The T4 Academy will provide a limited num…

Le karting amateur change d’échelle en Italie, où les circuits ne se contentent pas d’aligner des virages mais racontent une histoire de vitesse et de précision. Alors que les road-trips thématiques séduisent de plus en plus de passionnés, la péninsule s’impose comme un terrain d…

The TKC Winter Cup took place last weekend at Whilton Mill under extremely cold winter conditions, with temperatures dropping to around minus 2 on Saturday and minus 5 on Sunday. Despite the cold, the event ran fully to schedule across both days. There were only a small number of…

The 2025 TKC Autumn Cup took place this weekend at Warden Law, where heavy rain throughout Saturday led to running being cut short. Conditions improved overnight, and by Sunday the track began to dry progressively, becoming fully dry in time for the finals across all classes. The…

The 2025 IAME Waterswift Restricted Cadet Class, one of four classes within the British Kart Championships, has been powered by sustainable fuel thanks to funding provided by the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team. Delivered in collaboration with Motorsport UK, the use of sustainable …

Purple Sectors, an initiative set up by Chris McCarthy to raise money for national charity, Young Epilepsy will be at the Wera Tools British Kart Championships during the August Kimbolton round, providing media training and guidance for drivers. Neil Cole, host and seasoned figur…

Motorsport UK is pleased to confirm Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk advisor, as an official partner for the Wera Tools British Kart Championships (BKC). Marsh Sport, a dedicated division of Marsh Ltd, has expert teams across the UK, specialising in insurance …

Motorsport UK is pleased to announce PWR, offering a comprehensive range of products to support recovery and muscle discomfort, as the newest official partner for the Wera Tools British Kart Championships (BKC). PWR offers two products: ‘Bump & Bruise’ and ‘Repair, Prepare & Reco…

Motorsport UK is pleased to confirm the renewal of its partnership with KartSim, the number one professional kart simulator and simulation software provider, as an official partner for the Wera Tools British Kart Championships (BKC). KartSim provides karting simulators designed s…

Motorsport UK is pleased to announce that registrations are now open for individuals in Driver Performance roles—including mechanics, driver coaches, and data engineers—across the British Kart Championships, Ultimate Kart Championships, and Champions Kart Club. This registration …

Le karting est un sport passionnant qui attire de nombreux amateurs à travers le monde. Cependant, pour pouvoir pratiquer ce sport, il est obligatoire de posséder une licence, qui varie en fonction de la fédération sportive à laquelle elle est rattachée. Dans cet article, nous al…

La performance des pneus joue un rôle crucial dans le monde du sport automobile, y compris dans le karting. En effet, l’adhérence des pneus sur la piste peut varier rapidement en fonction de leur température pendant une course. Il est donc essentiel de connaître et d’ajuster la p…

Depuis la création du premier kart par Ingels en 1956, la technologie, la puissance et la sécurité des karts n’ont cessé de s’améliorer. Pendant plus de 70 ans, les moteurs à combustion interne ont dominé le domaine du karting. Cependant, les alternatives électriques sont apparue…

Karting à Toulouse, le circuit de Montaudran Vous êtes un passionné de sensations fortes et vous habitez Toulouse ou ses environs ? Le circuit de karting de Montaudran est une expérience à ne pas manquer. Dans cet article, nous allons vous présenter ce circuit de karting indoor, …

Pour les amateurs de vitesse et de sensations fortes, le Circuit Pondinois à Pont d’Ain dans l’Ain offre une expérience de karting outdoor inoubliable. Le circuit de karting pondinois à Pont d’Ain est une destination idéale pour les amateurs de sensations fortes et de vitesse. Av…