In this episode of the Kart Class Podcast, 18-time Australian Champion David Sera breaks down one of the most frustrating problems in karting:

Being quick in practice… but not delivering when it counts.

If your driver is setting strong lap times in practice, only to drop off in qualifying or races — this episode will explain exactly why it happens and how to fix it.

Because the issue usually isn’t speed… it’s what changes under pressure.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
✔️ Why drivers tighten up and lose performance on race day
✔️ The key differences between practice driving and race execution
✔️ How nerves and pressure impact braking, throttle, and decision-making
✔️ The most common mistakes drivers make in qualifying sessions
✔️ How to build a repeatable routine that delivers speed when it matters

David shares insights from over 25 years in karting — working with drivers at club, national, and international level — showing how the best drivers consistently transfer practice speed into race results.

If your driver struggles to qualify where they should, drops positions in races, or can’t match their practice pace under pressure, this episode is essential listening.

Perfect for parents of Cadet, Junior, and developing drivers who want to help their child perform when it counts — not just when it’s comfortable.

🎧 Listen now and learn how to turn practice speed into race day results.

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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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In this episode of the Kart Class Podcast, 18-time Australian Champion David Sera tackles one of the biggest debates in kart racing — should you focus on more laps or better kart setup to improve performance? If your driver isn’t getting faster despite testing regularly or making constant changes to the kart, this episode explains why.

Many families believe speed comes from endless seat time or chasing the “perfect setup,” but the truth is that progress comes from using both strategically. David breaks down when seat time builds skill, when setup changes unlock lap time, and how top teams know exactly what to prioritise at each stage of a driver’s development.

Learn:

✔️ When more laps help — and when they just waste tyres and budget
✔️ How to know if speed limitations come from the driver or the kart
✔️ The most common testing mistakes families make
✔️ How elite teams structure practice days for maximum improvement
✔️ A smarter approach to building speed without guesswork

Whether your child races in Cadet, Junior, KA3, X30, or TAG categories, this episode will help you make better decisions with your time, money, and track sessions — especially if you don’t have a professional team guiding you.

Kart Class provides structured online karting coaching used by drivers worldwide to develop driving technique, race craft, mindset, and setup understanding faster than learning alone at the circuit. If you want to shorten the learning curve and turn practice into real race results, this episode is essential listening.

🎧 Listen now to discover how to balance seat time and setup changes to unlock consistent performance and faster lap times.

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In this episode of the Kart Class Podcast, 18-time Australian Champion David Sera reveals how top karting teams approach a race weekend — and why their structured preparation consistently produces front-running results. If your driver shows speed in flashes but struggles for consistency across heats and finals, this episode will show you what’s missing.

Talent isn’t the difference at the front of the field — process is. From how elite teams use practice sessions, analyse data, plan setup changes, manage tyres, and prepare drivers mentally, David breaks down the exact race weekend structure that turns potential into podiums.

Learn:

✔️ How winning teams plan every session for maximum progress
✔️ The biggest mistakes families make during race weekends
✔️ How to build consistency from first practice to final
✔️ What to focus on between sessions (instead of guessing)
✔️ How to help your driver perform when it matters most

Whether your child races in Cadet, Junior, KA3, X30, or TAG categories, this episode provides a clear blueprint you can apply immediately — even without a professional team behind you.

Kart Class delivers structured online karting coaching used by drivers worldwide to develop race craft, mindset, and technical skills faster than trial and error at the circuit. If you want to reduce wasted weekends, make smarter decisions, and help your driver achieve consistent results, this episode is essential listening.

🎧 Listen now to discover how the best teams turn preparation into performance — and how your family can do the same.

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In this episode of the Kart Class Podcast, 18-time Australian Champion David Sera explains how parents can build mental toughness and racing confidence in junior karting drivers.

Talent and speed matter, but a young driver’s mindset often determines whether they crumble under pressure or rise to the occasion. And parents play a far bigger role than most realise.

Learn how your behaviour at the track, the feedback you give after races, and the expectations you set at home directly influence your child’s confidence, resilience, and ability to perform when it counts. David shares practical strategies used by top-level drivers to handle mistakes, pressure, nerves, and setbacks — plus the common parent habits that unknowingly hold kids back.

If you want to help your driver stay calm on the grid, bounce back from bad results, and build the mindset of a future champion, this episode is essential listening.

Perfect for parents of Cadet, Junior, and developing drivers who want to support their child the right way — without needing prior racing experience.

🎧 Listen now to help your driver race smarter, handle pressure better, and build the mental edge needed to win.

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Wet and dry conditions require completely different driving techniques, yet many kart drivers — and parents — approach them the same way.

In this episode of the Kart Class Podcast, 18-time Australian Champion David Sera explains the key differences between wet and dry karting, and what drivers must change in their driving to stay fast, confident, and in control.

You’ll learn why grip behaves differently in the wet, how steering, braking, and throttle inputs must adapt, and why drivers who understand wet conditions early often gain a huge advantage over their competition.

In this episode, we cover:

• The fundamental differences between wet and dry grip
• How driving technique must change in wet conditions
• Common mistakes drivers make when it rains
• Why limiting wheelspin matters more in the wet
• What parents should look for when conditions change

This episode is ideal for cadet, junior, and senior kart drivers, as well as parents who want to better understand why lap times, lines, and driving styles change when the track is wet.

If your driver struggles when conditions change — or wants to turn wet races into an opportunity — this episode will give you the clarity and understanding needed to adapt quickly.

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In this episode of the Kart Class Podcast, 18-time Australian Champion David Sera breaks down the number one setup mistake kart drivers make, why it happens, and how it quietly limits progress at every level of karting.

This isn’t about talent or equipment. It’s about understanding what actually makes drivers faster — and why focusing on the wrong thing slows development.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The most common mistake drivers make in kart setup
• Why it holds drivers back
• How this mistake shows up on track
• What mechanics should focus on

This episode is ideal for cadet, junior, and senior kart drivers, as well as parents who want to support their driver’s development the right way.

If your driver feels stuck, inconsistent, or frustrated despite effort and seat time, this episode will give you the clarity needed to refocus on what truly drives improvement.

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Steering is one of the most misunderstood skills in karting — and one of the biggest reasons drivers struggle with grip, consistency, and confidence.

In this episode of the Kart Class Podcast, 18-time Australian Champion David Sera breaks down the fundamental principles of steering in karting, explaining how steering inputs directly affect grip, balance, and lap time.

This episode explains why turning the wheel more doesn’t make you faster, how over-steering hurts exit speed, and what correct steering should actually feel like in a kart.

You’ll learn:

• What proper steering technique really is in karting
• How steering affects grip and tyre performance
• Common steering mistakes young drivers make
• Why smooth steering builds confidence and consistency
• How parents can recognise steering issues from the fence

This episode is ideal for cadet, junior, and senior kart drivers, as well as parents who want to better understand what their driver is struggling with on track.

If your driver feels inconsistent, struggles with grip, or looks fast one lap and slow the next, this episode will give you clarity on one of the most important — and overlooked — fundamentals in karting.

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