From whipping around corners in open cockpit vehicles to zooming down bumpy tracks on dirt bikes, racing sports are full of thrilling moments. This action-packed series showcases six of the world's biggest racing sports, describing their history, equipment, and what happens in the sports' exciting races. This exciting book provides an overview of kart racing, from the sport's beginnings to the equipment racers use. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of colorful photos to make reading engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for further reading. AGES: 7 to 9