Karting Celebrates 70 Years: A Foundation for Modern Motor Sport

The Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) marks the 70th anniversary of karting, a discipline that has produced many Formula 1 champions. From its humble beginnings with a lawnmower engine to its current status as a global sport, karting has remained true to its core values of simplicity and accessibility. The FIA Global Karting Plan aims to make karting more affordable, accessible, and inclusive, giving talented young drivers from around the world the opportunity to compete and fulfill their potential. The 2026 Mondokart.com FIA Karting World Championship is underway at the La Conca circuit in Italy, featuring nearly 200 drivers racing for the coveted World Champion title. Karting has been the training ground for many Formula 1 champions, including Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc, who credit the discipline with teaching them essential racing skills and providing a fun and social experience. As the FIA looks to the future, karting is poised to continue its role as the foundation of modern motor sport, with a new generation of drivers set to rise to the top of the sport.