what is gkl?

EQUAL. AFFORDABLE. ELECTRIC.

GKL is the world’s leading electric karting championship, launched by Ferrari F1 Engineer Rob Smedley to provide an affordable pathway to the top of motorsport.

The fast, open-chassis racing karts are unique to GKL, designed with F1 expertise to ensure equal performance – at GKL, talent comes first.

In addition to expert race coaching and data analytics, racers receive training in Science, Tech, Engineering and Maths, maximising their potential.

Accommodating both experienced karters, and novices at the very beginning of their racing journey, GKL is the friendly, welcoming racing series for everybody.

THE GKL EXPERIENCE

Arrive and Drive

There’s no need to buy, maintain or transport a kart. GKL provide a fleet of high-speed electric karts, designed with F1 expertise. Racers simply arrive and drive.

Equal Kart Performance

Our fast electric karts are designed and rigorously tested to ensure equal performance – at GKL, talent comes first.

Driver Training

GKL deploy expert trackside coaches, providing personalised feedback for all drivers. From GKL’s history in F1 driver performance improvement, we understand the mental, physical, and technical improvements needed to maximise driver potential.

TalentID

From our heritage in F1, we’ve developed an objective, data-driven driver analysis platform, democratising performance insights. Drivers can compare themselves to other drivers, not just on their current track but across any track. Understand your ability and showcase your talent.

Fixed Price Pathway

Everything is included in the event price, making GKL a stress-free experience. The costs of petrol karting are unrestricted and rise exponentially, preventing all but the wealthiest from rising to the top. GKL’s fixed price pathway ensure costs remain the same throughout your racing journey.

Racing Chassis

The GKL racing karts are built on a Birel chassis. They’re strong, light (120kg), fast, and instantly reactive, giving racers an elite level motorsport experience.

Multi-Venue

The GKL championship takes in some of the best karting circuits in the country. Racers challenge themselves against the full spectrum of racing environments from fast-flowing tracks to technical, grippy circuits. Come rain or shine, a championship winner will need to demonstrate their mastery of all conditions.

STEM learning program

In addition to expert race coaching and data analytics, racers receive training in Science, Tech, Engineering and Maths, maximising their potential.

GKL CHAMPIONSHIPS

GKL is for all racers.

With three tiers to choose from, GKL has a place for everybody.

Whether you’re looking to begin your journey with our 'Ready to Race' training, or an experienced racer looking to compete against the very best in our National Championship, we have an incredible racing experience for everyone.

'Ready To Race' is crafted to elevate the on-track ability of drivers, from novices to seasoned competitors.

The Rookie Championship offers a thrilling entry into outdoor racing, the perfect arena to sharpen racing ability.

The National Championship caters to experienced drivers, skilled in outdoor kart racing.

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