About this event
The 2020 Twickenham Auto Club and Tennessee Valley Region SCCA Autocross Series
You are invited to participate in TAC/TVR's autocross series. Autocross is a timed competition through a road course marked with cones. Your single fastest run is used to determine your position. Your car will be classed with similar cars to keep competition fair and with an emphasis on improving driving skill. If you are not quite ready to drive, you are welcome to stop by and ask for a ride-a-long. We have many expert drivers willing to help you get started.
Schedule
6:35 AM | Event Setup Begins
7:45 AM | Tech & Registration Opens (recommended arrival between 7:15 - 7:45 AM)
8:15 AM | Course Open for Walking
8:45 AM | Tech & Registration Closes
8:45 AM | Novice Walk-thru
9:15 AM | Mandatory Driver's Meeting
9:30 AM | Run Group 1 (first car off)
*11:30 AM | Run Group 2
*12:45 PM | Lunch Break (45 minutes)
*1:30 PM | Run Group 1
*3:00 PM | Run Group 2
*4:30 PM | Cleanup and Trophy Presentation
5:30 PM | Must be off site
*Times are approximate - listen for announcements during the event
Run & Work Groups
Efficiency is a priority at our events. We aim to provide the maximum number of runs possible, usually 6-8 runs, sometimes more! We typically use a "2 group" format as shown in the schedule above. However as attendance approaches 115+ drivers we may use a "3 group" format, where you would drive all of your runs in one session, work one session, and be "Off" the next. The final number of groups will be decided by the Event Master and announced at the mandatory driver's meeting.
IMPORTANT -- If you run with us, you must also work the course, both in the morning and in the afternoon. Any exceptions to leave early must be requested by contacting the Worker Chief directly. Regular exceptions will NOT be given, special cases only. Skipping your work assignment without approval, causes hardship to event organizers, and is considered poor sportsmanship.
Cost
$40 - member
$45 - non-member
$10 discount for Jr Karts.
A $5 late fee will be added for onsite registration.
Pre-Registration closes approximately 48 hours before the event.
Membership and Season Passes
TAC Membership: Join at an event or one of our monthly meetings -- $20 single, $25 family
TVR Membership: Join online at SCCA.com.
Season Pass: Purchase from our Treasurer at an event or one of our monthly meetings -- $250 includes 12 championship points events (savings of up to $170)
Championship Series Points
The Championship Series will determine the most consistently outstanding drivers for the year for each class, Top 10 PAX, and Top 10 RAW. You will accrue points for all the points events you participated in as long as you become a member of TAC or TVR by the final event of the year. You must also compete in more than half of the points events of the year and in a single class to earn points.
Novices and the Novice Championship
We welcome all new drivers to our events. We provide a Novice class which is intended for first-year autocrossers. If you have run 5 or less events prior to the season start, you're eligible to run Novice Class all year. We also provide a Novice Walk-thru where a veteran autocrosser will go over the basics. Entering the Novice class is not a restriction, however it will allow you to get extra help if desired. To enter, select the "Novice" PAX modifier during registration.
Novice class drivers will be able to qualify for our year-end Novice Championship event. The Novice Championship winner will receive a free Season Pass for the following season. Details about how to win will be posted here: ***link_tbd***
Helpful novice guide from a neighboring club:
https://hscc.club/wp-content/uploads/HSCC_Novice_Guide.pdf
Classing
Our events follow SCCA National Solo classing rules (CLICK HERE). Classing tables for most cars can be found in Appendix A of the rules. We sell magnetic numbers/letters on site for $1 each.
If you are have further questions, please ask on our forum:
Post Your Classing Questions (CLICK HERE)
Loaner Helmets
We have loaner helmets available on site, available for free. We require head socks to be worn -- these can be purchased at registration for $1 and they are yours to keep.
2020 TAC/TVR Autocross Rules
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Links
Live Timing: http://live.teamtac.org/
Event Results: http://schedule.teamtac.org
Forum: http://teamtac.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teamtachsv/
Event requirements
Requirements
- All drivers must be have a full and valid license with you at the event. Permits are not acceptable.
- Autocrossers under the age of 18 will be required to have a parent or legal guardian sign a minor's competition waiver.
- Helmets are required -- we have loaners available.
- All drivers must fulfill their work assignments. Work assignments will be given at the drivers meeting by the Worker Chief. We do not allow working only half of the day.
Sound Policy
We have a strict sound policy, due to our residential location and agreement with the Milton Frank Stadium owners. Your car must not be louder than 96 dB without exception. Sound will be monitored approximately 50 feet from the course. The type of exhaust (stock vs aftermarket) is not restricted, but it must not exceed 96 dB. If your car exceeds 96 dB on a run, you will be notified, the run will be scored as a DNF, and not allowed to run again. If you show that a modification has been made to reduce noise (driving at half throttle does not count), then you will be allowed to run again. If your car exceeds the limit a second time, you will not be allowed to run for the rest of the day. We want EVERYONE to have a great day autocrossing, please make this easy by fixing your car before the event!
Payment
Cash and check will be accepted for payment at the event.
Classing Rules & "Being Legal"
If you are new to the sport, please review this:
Classing Rules & Being Legal PDF