Karting, a transliteration of the English word "karting," refers to miniature sports cars. Karting originated in Eastern Europe in 1940, but only became widespread and rapidly developed in Europe and America by the late 1950s. Its structure is extremely simple: a frame, a two-stroke engine, and four independent wheels constitute the entirety of a kart.
Due to its ease of driving, safety, and thrilling nature, it quickly gained worldwide popularity. In 1962, the FIA Karting Committee was established at the initiative of FIA President Barnes, later renamed the World Karting Federation.
