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“Going Over”: Thoughts on Safety and Risk in Karting Following my Crash

“Going Over”: Thoughts on Safety and Risk in Karting Following my Crash

By Yousef Khalil · August 21, 2026

I watched the door close in slow motion. I had caught up to a slower driver at my home track, and just as I initiated a pass, he moved unexpectedly toward the barrier. My front tire made contact with his. The white light of summer sun filled my vision as

Business Spotlight Business Spotlight: Swift Karting in Indiana

Business Spotlight: Swift Karting in Indiana

By OSK Team · August 9, 2026

If you're racing LO206 and you're tired of guessing your way through engine work or chasing tenths with your chassis setup, you need to know about SwiftKarting.com. Located in Whiteland, Indiana, right in the heart of Midwest karting.

Five Ways to Haul your Go Kart to the Track

Five Ways to Haul your Go Kart to the Track

By Yousef Khalil · March 5, 2026

Once you have settled on your home track, kart, and racing class, all you will need is to solve a logistical puzzle - how best to get your kart, your gear, and yourself to and from the track. Here are 5 ways to transport your go kart.

One Stop Karting Overview

One Stop Karting Overview

By Rose · January 12, 2026

One Stop Karting maintains a searchable database of over 100 outdoor paved go kart sprint tracks throughout the United States.

Getting Started in Karting: What TO Do

Getting Started in Karting: What TO Do

By Yousef Khalil · December 29, 2025

A guide to making smart decisions when entering competitive kart racing, from choosing the right engine class to finding your local track.

Getting Started in Karting: What NOT to Do

Getting Started in Karting: What NOT to Do

By Yousef Khalil · December 3, 2025

A cautionary tale about entering go-kart racing without proper planning or research.