go-kart

A go-kart, also known as a kart, is a small, motorized vehicle, often used for racing. These miniature automobiles typically feature a skeleton frame and a rear-engine design. Despite their small size, some go-karts can reach speeds exceeding 100 miles per hour.

The sport of karting originated in the United States in the 1950s, evolving from karts built with discarded lawn-mower engines. Drivers sit very close to the ground, as the vehicles usually lack protective bodywork. Kart races are conducted on tracks similar to those for other auto racing, but are generally shorter, around 1,000 yards or meters in length. Karts are categorized by engine displacement, with common classes being 100 and 200 cubic centimeters. The sport has gained popularity, partly due to price limits on certain racing classes.123