Since its creation in 2010, the FIA Karting Academy Trophy has established itself as a unique detection and training programme for young drivers from all over the world. Based on the principles of sporting fairness and accessibility, each year it brings together talented drivers from over 50 nations, all using identical equipment supplied by the FIA in partnership with OTK Kart Group.

On 1 January 2025, Jean-Philippe Guignet took over the reins of the Sodikart Group's competition division. In this strategic position, Jean-Philippe will be responsible for the international management of the company's racing activities. His mission includes the development of competition products across the entire range, from Mini to KZ categories.

Queensland teenager Max Walton recorded the best-ever finish by an Australian driver in the FIA Karting Academy Trophy with a third placed finish in Trinec, Czech Republic on the weekend.

This year began as the last one ended for Jimmy Helias – with great results! The rising star in French karting has made a very successful transition from the Junior to the OK category. After his convincing performance concluded with a marvelous fourth place in the Winter Cup, the opening event of the season, the driver from Normandy put on another scintillating display on the Lonato circuit in Italy with the Ward Racing team.

After the early summer break, WSK Karting is gearing up to restart full speed from July 13-17 with the first of the two rounds of the WSK Euro Series at the South Garda Karting of Lonato. The event will enjoy live TV streaming for the final stages on Sunday.