GK4 Enters a New Era as GK4 IAME in 2027

With the takeover of GK4 by the MP Group, the decision to incorporate the championship into the Karting Champions League was made quickly. Alongside the IAME Winter Series, which is now heading into its third edition, a full IAME championship was still lacking from the calendar.

For many years, GK4 has been a strong championship and, for many IAME drivers, the first step on the racing ladder. A championship where you can begin your karting journey and continue racing for a lifetime. With IAME, Honda and Rotax classes, GK4 has always offered a wide range of racing opportunities for every type of driver.

This vision will continue within the Karting Champions League, although certain classes will find a new home. Several championships within Karting Champions League currently feature similar smaller classes, while drivers are also looking for new or differently structured racing opportunities. By adapting the class structures across our championships, we aim to meet these needs.

GK4 will remain GK4, but with one addition to its name: IAME. In 2027, the renewed championship will continue to offer the same level of racing, with an even stronger focus on the IAME classes. The season kicks off at Mariembourg, where the racing action will get underway on 20–21 March. The championship will then visit Kerpen, Landsard, Genk twice and return to Mariembourg for another two rounds.

In 2027, all the familiar categories will return to the grid: IAME Mini Rookie, IAME Mini, IAME X30 Junior, IAME X30 Senior, IAME X30 Senior National, IAME KA100LC 140, IAME KA100LC 155, Open Shifter KZ2 and X30 Super Shifter. Full grids and exciting racing, just as you have come to expect from this championship!

Across seven rounds, the 2027 GK4 IAME champions will be crowned. It promises to be another exciting season for this strengthened championship.

Throughout the season and in the years to come, Karting Champions League will remain committed to providing a place for karters from the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, France and beyond. No matter where you come from, our goal is to offer everyone the opportunity to take their first steps in karting and enjoy a lifetime in the sport.

“The familiar character of GK4 will remain. The family atmosphere, professionalism, sportsmanship and above all, the joy of karting will remain at the heart of the championship. We want to build a championship where ambition and performance go hand in hand with respect, commitment and a warm welcome for everyone who cares about our sport,” said Casper Reinders and Ben de Feyter, organisers of GK4 IAME.

“We look to the future with confidence. By combining GK4’s experience and character with Karting Champions League's vision and resources, we want to continue building a strong, accessible and appealing championship for drivers of all levels.”