Karting

What it is

Karting is racing in small, open, lightweight karts on dedicated kart circuits. It's where almost every racing driver starts, and many adult racers keep karting to stay sharp. Classes are set by age, weight and engine, from the smallest classes for young children to fast senior and gearbox karts.

Who it suits

Young drivers starting out, families exploring motorsport, and drivers of any age who want affordable seat time that sharpens racecraft and car control.

Testing with Karat

A Karat kart test gives you the right kart for your age and class, with tyres, a mechanic and coaching, and data and video afterwards. It's the step between arrive-and-drive sessions and club racing, and the best way to try a class before you buy equipment. New to it all? Read how to start racing in the UK.