JOINEvery driver wants to make the upcoming season their best yet. Success does not only rely on driving skills and being the fastest. Here are the key factors you should improve on to up your karting game for 2025.
Did you know?
“70% of karting world championships have not been won by the fastest driver in the race.”
statistics from the last 10 years
of CIK FIA World Championship
Consistency: The Key to Victory
Consistency is often more critical than outright speed. A consistent driver, maintaining lap times within a narrow band, will outperform even faster but erratic competitors. Consider a consistent driver who laps 0.1 seconds slower than the fastest driver but avoids mistakes; over multiple laps, they build a time
advantage. This approach is akin to top-tier drivers like Giuseppe Palomba, who won the 2024 KZ World Championships by maintaining consistent pace.
Adapt to Situations
Identifying optimal braking points varies by category. Single speed karts benefiting from earlier braking due to lower power. Shifter karts allow later braking thanks to 4-wheel braking system and engine braking. When defending, adjust braking zones to disrupt competitors’ timing; brake earlier to induce tighter lines or later to maintain speed. Defensive tactics involve altering rhythm, making it harder for opponents to predict and execute overtakes, ensuring track position is maintained.
The Growing Power of Coaching
KartletiX new courses are set transform kart coaching in 2025. We listened closely to what drivers seek to improve on, and what we’ve been missing. For that reason, we have made very thorough updates and covered new topics, while many still on the way.
Photo: Markus Kajak
KartletiX crew has also been growing, so we’d be ready to cover ALL KARTING CATEGORIES in our Driver Coaching courses. World champion drivers will launch their Masterclasses in January – Nikita Ljubimov (Micro & Mini) and Markus Kajak (KZ2 / Shifter).
Embrace Modern Technology
In 2025, karting isn’t just about pushing to the limits – it’s about smart strategy and leveraging technology. New tools like the KartletiX AI are invaluable for analyzing timesheets and identifying areas for improvement. By using data-driven insights, you can make informed decisions that improve your driving skills and kart performance.
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