Collection: Kia Optima

Kia Optima

01 — Karting Heritage

Small Beginnings.
Big Impact.

In 1956, Art Ingels and Lou Borelli built the first kart in California. A simple chassis and a small engine laid the foundations for a new form of motorsport.

02 — Karting Heritage

A World Championship
Is Born.

The first CIK Karting World Championship took place in Rome in 1964. Italian driver Guido Sala claimed the title, marking a major milestone in karting’s international growth.

03 — Karting Heritage

Where Legends
Begin.

Long before becoming a Formula One icon, Ayrton Senna developed his talent in karting. Those early battles helped shape the precision and competitive spirit behind his legendary career.