Kart Class

Have you ever watched the fastest drivers on the track and wondered why they look like they're not trying very hard? In this episode of the Kart Class Podcast, 18-time Australian Champion David Sera explains why the quickest drivers often appear slower than everyone else — and why that's usually a sign they're doing things right. You'll learn how smooth steering, braking, and t...

Corner exit speed is one of the biggest factors separating front runners from the rest of the field. You can be fast on entry and hit every apex, but if you're giving away speed on the way out of the corner, you'll lose tenths every lap. In this episode of the Kart Class Podcast, 18-time Australian Champion David Sera breaks down the most common reasons drivers struggle on corner exit an...

How much seat time does a young karting driver actually need to improve? In this episode of the Kart Class Podcast, 18-time Australian Champion David Sera breaks down the ideal amount of practice for junior drivers — and why more laps doesn’t always equal faster results. David explains why younger drivers aged 7–10 years old benefit most from two practice sessions per week, while drivers aged 10+...

What actually separates elite karting drivers from the rest of the field? In this episode of the Kart Class Podcast, 18-time Australian Champion David Sera breaks down the real differences between front-running drivers and the racers stuck in the midfield. Speed alone isn’t enough at the highest level of karting. The best drivers know how to adapt to changing track conditions, drive around kart se...

How much does karting REALLY cost? It’s one of the first questions every new karting parent asks — and one of the most misunderstood parts of the sport. In this episode of the Kart Class Podcast, 18-time Australian Champion David Sera breaks down the true costs involved in getting started and competing in karting, while also explaining where families can save money and where spending smarter actua...

How do you know what tyre pressures to start with in karting?  And why do so many drivers struggle to get their tyres into the optimal window? In this episode of the Kart Class Podcast, 18-time Australian Champion David Sera breaks down how to correctly adjust your kart tyre pressures for different conditions and why focusing on HOT tyre pressures is one of the biggest keys to consistent speed. Da...

It’s one of the most common — and emotionally frustrating — questions parents ask in karting. You explain the same thing over and over. You point out the mistakes. You try to help. …but somehow the lap time still doesn’t improve. In this episode of the Kart Class Podcast, 18-time Australian Champion David Sera explains why learning race craft and driving technique takes far longer than most parent...

How do you actually get started in karting? For many parents and beginners, entering the sport can feel overwhelming. From licences and kart classes to safety gear, budgets, engines, and where to even begin — there’s a lot to learn before turning your first laps. In this episode of the Kart Class Podcast, 18-time Australian Champion David Sera breaks down the complete beginner guide to starting ka...

It’s one of the most frustrating problems in karting. The kart feels nervous, inconsistent, lacking rear grip… and no matter what setup change you make, the problem keeps coming back. In this episode of the Kart Class Podcast , 18-time Australian Champion David Sera breaks down the REAL reasons why karts slide — and why many drivers and parents often blame the wrong thing. David explains two of th...

In this episode of the Kart Class Podcast, 18-time Australian Champion David Sera breaks down two of the most common driving mistakes young karting drivers make — and exactly how parents can help fix them. Many junior drivers struggle with turning in too early , which kills corner speed, limits exit drive and makes overtaking almost impossible. It’s one of the biggest habits holding drivers back —...

Confidence in Young Drivers: The Missing Piece in Karting Performance In this episode of the Kart Class Podcast , 18-time Australian Champion David Sera breaks down one of the biggest performance factors in junior karting — confidence . Speed and talent will only take a young driver so far. Without confidence, even the fastest drivers hesitate, second-guess decisions, and struggle to perform under...

In this episode of the Kart Class Podcast , 18-time Australian Champion David Sera breaks down one of the most frustrating problems in karting: Being quick in practice… but not delivering when it counts. If your driver is setting strong lap times in practice, only to drop off in qualifying or races — this episode will explain exactly why it happens and how to fix it. Because the issue usually isn’...

In this episode of the Kart Class Podcast, 18-time Australian Champion David Sera breaks down the biggest kart setup mistakes drivers and parents make at the track—and how to fix them fast. Too often, drivers chase speed in the wrong areas… constantly changing their kart without understanding why . The result? Inconsistent performance, wasted sessions, and frustration. David dives into the most co...

In this episode of the Kart Class Podcast, 18-time Australian Champion David Sera tackles one of the biggest debates in kart racing — should you focus on more laps or better kart setup to improve performance? If your driver isn’t getting faster despite testing regularly or making constant changes to the kart, this episode explains why. Many families believe speed comes from endless seat time or ch...

In this episode of the Kart Class Podcast, 18-time Australian Champion David Sera reveals how top karting teams approach a race weekend — and why their structured preparation consistently produces front-running results. If your driver shows speed in flashes but struggles for consistency across heats and finals, this episode will show you what’s missing. Talent isn’t the difference at the front of...

 In this episode of the Kart Class Podcast, 18-time Australian Champion David Sera explains how parents can build mental toughness and racing confidence in junior karting drivers.   Talent and speed matter, but a young driver’s mindset often determines whether they crumble under pressure or rise to the occasion. And parents play a far bigger role than most realise. Learn how your behaviour at the...

Wet and dry conditions require completely different driving techniques , yet many kart drivers — and parents — approach them the same way. In this episode of the Kart Class Podcast, 18-time Australian Champion David Sera explains the key differences between wet and dry karting , and what drivers must change in their driving to stay fast, confident, and in control. You’ll learn why grip behaves dif...

In this episode of the Kart Class Podcast, 18-time Australian Champion David Sera breaks down the number one setup mistake kart drivers make , why it happens, and how it quietly limits progress at every level of karting. This isn’t about talent or equipment. It’s about understanding what actually makes drivers faster — and why focusing on the wrong thing slows development. In this episode, you’ll...

Steering is one of the most misunderstood skills in karting — and one of the biggest reasons drivers struggle with grip, consistency, and confidence. In this episode of the Kart Class Podcast, 18-time Australian Champion David Sera breaks down the fundamental principles of steering in karting , explaining how steering inputs directly affect grip, balance, and lap time. This episode explains why tu...

In this episode, 18-time Australian Champion David Sera gives practical tips on how parents can read their kids driving like a pro. Minimise arguments at the track with minimal coaching critique, so your child can understand how they can improve! Stop guessing from the fence and start coaching with confidence. We break down a clear, repeatable cornering sequence any kart parent can spot: a clean t...

In this episode of the Kart Class Podcast, 18-time Australian Champion David Sera breaks down the kart setup fundamentals every parent needs to understand — without the technical jargon. Kart setup can feel overwhelming, especially if you didn’t grow up in motorsport. This episode explains what kart setup actually does, how it affects your child’s driving, and why more changes don’t always equal m...

You’ve had an accident, but now you need to work out whether your kart is bent. Kart manufacturers design their chassis’ a lot softer these days. That's to try and counter the softer tires racers use. A softer chassis absorbs a lot of that flex when drivers are cornering. Now we're seeing a lot of karts having accidents because drivers are going at higher speeds which is sometimes too fa...

With more than 30 drivers on a race track that is less than one kilometer long, no matter how much we prepare there will always be a tussle or two in the opening corners. Sadly it may be the end of your race if you are directly caught up in this.   It’s super important to be looking as far ahead as you can to see what is happening. If you’re starting in the mid-pack, look towards the front row. If...

Today I'm looking at how to check your chain tension. Now, when it comes to chains, I find they're wearing out a lot faster than what they previously were. That could be down to the quality of the chains, or it could be that we're now driving faster engines.   With drivers being on the track for more practicing, a lot of these factors are wearing out chains a lot faster. If mechanic...

Over the last 12-18 months Kart Class has been working on a new feature to answer peoples questions (immediately!). Now if you're unsure of what setup adjustment to make at the race track, don't know what tyre pressure to use, or a certain sprocket for over 30 circuits, Kart Classes latest invention APEX will help! Simply type in your question & receive feedback in seconds on what to...