Go Karts: 5 Fast Facts

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Fact #1. A hot rod lover, mechanic, and race car builder is credited as the father of modern go-karting. He invented the first kart in 1956 in collaboration with his friend and neighbor. It was made from a combination of scrap metal and a lawn mower engine.
Fact #2. The first manufacturer appeared in the United States as early as 1958. The first company to produce engines appeared in 1959. By the 1960s, the motorcycle engine was adapted for use before the rise of dedicated engine manufacturers for the sport. By the 1990s, the evolution of design along with the introduction of regulatory bodies helped define the sport as one of the first steps for aspiring racing drivers to hone their skills.
Fact #3. The go-kart is an open-wheeled vehicle equipped with either one or two seats, a total of four wheels, accelerator and brake pedals, and is usually driven around some type of a circuit. They typically sit very low and close to the ground, and are completely exposed to the elements. However, due to the vehicle's low center of gravity, it's more likely to spin on its own axis during high-speed runs in the event of an accident.
Fact #4. These vehicles fall into two main functional categories, recreational and competitive. Recreational models are powered by either four-stroke engines or electric motors. Competitive versions utilize the two-stroke engine. They have the primary advantages of valveless operation, lighter weight, and the potential for twice the power.
Fact #5. Go-karting can be a family activity, especially if your vehicle is equipped with more than one seat. Kids can drive with their parents in a controlled track environment, without having to worry about getting in trouble with the law. In this sense, it's a great way for a kid to release their excess energy in the formative years preceding the time they actually get behind the wheel of a regular automobile.