5 Easy Steps on How To Beat Your Friends in Go-Kart Races

1. Have good posture. This leads to better turning control.
2. Learn how to make an efficient turn (see above picture).
3. Do most of your breaking before you start turning. The less time you're on the break during the turn, the faster you will go and the wheels won't lock.
4. Pass people by being faster at turns and cruising by them at the apex.
5.  Go full-throttle on the straightaways.

Then enjoy a victory dance after you win.