About
the International Kart Federation
The International Kart Federation (IKF) takes pride in its long record of achievement as a governing
body for the sport of kart racing. In recognition of the need for controls over the sport, the International Kart Federation
has published rules for competition since November 21, 1957. Throughout this time, the objectives of the Federation have been
the same: to foster strong and fair competition; to provide reasonable rules for the various types of competition; to administer
the competition program with impartiality, and to reduce the hazards associated with this sport.
Entrants, drivers and participants in general are required to be
fully conversant with these regulations and any supplementary rules or instructions governing an event, and are, by reason
of their entry therein, bound by such regulations, supplementary rules, or instructions.
It shall be the duty of every IKF member to conduct themselves,
while representing the Federation, in a manner that shall not be prejudicial to the Federation, nor bring unnecessary criticism
on the Federation.
The prime
responsibility for the condition and operation of a kart or any other vehicle in competition rests with the owner/driver.
The track operator’s main responsibility is that of providing a suitable place to conduct events. IKF is the vital link
between these two, producing Rules and Regulations of Competition, based on experience gained at racing events all over the
world. IKF seeks to communicate this experience to all sectors of the sport, to protect the outstanding safety record of karting,
and to maintain the integrity of the sport.
