Autonomous Karting Series Official Rulebook

Minor Changes

Changes in this section are not yet in the official rulebook but overwrite existing rules. The latest revision of a rule change will take precedence over past rule changes.

• Changes
  • Jan 25, 2026

Ruleset Table of Contents

• Administrative

  • Who Is Allowed To Compete
  • Required Roles
  • Documentation Requirements From Teams
  • Jurisdiction Of Rules
  • Disclaimer

• Electrical

  • Drivetrain
  • Batteries
  • General Wiring
  • Computers and Sensors
  • Design Documentation

• Software

• Mechanical

  • Frame / Chassis
  • Tires
  • Brakes
  • Weight
  • Mounting
  • Materials
  • BOM (Bill of Materials)
  • Resources
    • Go Kart Suppliers
    • Tires

• Safety

  • General Safety
  • Required Safety Components
  • Remote Control
  • Enforcement
  • Resources
    • Bodywork
    • Long Range Control (Including Remote EStop)

• Race Procedure

  • Spirit of the Competition
  • Event Structure
  • Race Track Definition
  • Allowed Data During Race
  • Multi-Kart Exposition Runs
  • Awards

• Appendix

Last Updated: Feb 3rd, 2026