Mario is the main hero of the Mario franchise and one of the most popular video game characters of all time. He is also the playable character in the Mario Kart series, where he is one of the most popular and successful racers. Mario is characterized by his red hat and overalls, and his signature jumping ability. He is also known for his friendly and helpful personality. In Mario Kart, Mario is a well-rounded racer who is good at all types of tracks. He is also one of the fastest racers in the game. Mario's special item is the Mushroom, which gives him a temporary speed boost. A fanart Mario progress bar for YouTube with Funny Mario Kart Mario Pixel.