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Kart Class Podcast | Karting Tips for Parents & Young Drivers
The Kart Class Podcast is designed for parents of young kart racers who want to help their child improve—without the confusion, wasted money, or constant trial and error that comes with learning karting on your own.
Hosted by 18× Australian Champion David Sera, this podcast gives parents clear, practical insight into go-kart racing, kart setup, driving technique, race craft, and driver mindset—all explained in a way families can actually understand and apply.
With over 25 years of experience in professional kart racing and driver coaching, Sera breaks down:
• How young drivers really get faster
• Common mistakes parents unknowingly make at the track
• Kart setup basics that matter (and what doesn’t)
• How to communicate better with your child about performance
• Building confidence, consistency, and good habits early
This podcast helps parents make smarter decisions about kart racing coaching, go-kart training, and driver development, so their child can progress faster—without burnout or unnecessary expense.
Whether your child is just starting karting or racing at a competitive level, the Kart Class Podcast provides trusted guidance from Australia’s most successful kart racer.
Learn more about our online karting courses, go-kart coaching programs, and kart setup training at kartclass.com
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Biggest Setup Mistakes at the Track
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In this episode of the Kart Class Podcast, 18-time Australian Champion David Sera breaks down the biggest kart setup mistakes drivers and parents make at the track—and how to fix them fast.
Too often, drivers chase speed in the wrong areas… constantly changing their kart without understanding why. The result? Inconsistent performance, wasted sessions, and frustration.
David dives into the most common errors seen in the pits—from incorrect tyre pressures to over-adjusting and not reading track conditions properly. More importantly, he explains how to simplify your approach so every change you make actually improves lap time.
If you’ve ever felt lost with setup, unsure what to change, or watched others go faster while you go backwards—this episode will give you clarity and confidence.
🎧 Tune in now to eliminate costly mistakes, maximise every session, and build a kart that gives your driver the confidence to perform.
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