When Goodyear and SCCA® Road Racing joined forces to have Goodyear supply the spec tire for the B-Spec class from 2024 to 2026, the shift from a previous spec tire came with unknowns. Renowned for close competition, B-Spec racers were attracted to the class thanks to its affordable bumper-to-bumper action that ran from flag to flag – a tire that couldn’t keep pace could drastically upset this formula. In 2023, tire testing was completed, and a contract was signed, with racers entering the 2024 Summit Racing Equipment SCCA Road Racing season on fresh Goodyear rubber. With three seasons of intense racing proving the performance, Goodyear and SCCA are now extending the B-Spec tire agreement.
B-Spec racers will continue to utilize the durable and budget friendly P205/50-15 Goodyear Eagle RS D4850 as the spec dry weather tire, with the P205/50-15 Eagle RS-R D4851 as a wet weather option.
There is now three years of real-world data showcasing Goodyear’s abilities in B-Spec, with the SCCA National Championship Runoffs® putting an exclamation point on the performance. At the 2024 Runoffs, the B-Spec Tire Rack Pole was claimed by 0.089sec, with a race that saw the top 10 run in a pack so close that anyone could win. 2025 brought a similar story, with less than a half second margin for both the pole and victory.
“Goodyear has been a great addition to the B-Spec class,” said SCCA Vice President of Road Racing Eric Prill. “The race data and driver feedback on price, durability, and performance show that the Goodyear Eagle RS hits all of the marks the Club looks for when naming a spec tire for a class. We are thrilled to have Goodyear continuing in B-Spec.”
“Exciting racing is what Goodyear is all about, and B-Spec delivers some of the best racing around,” said Goodyear Tire’s Jay Chapman. “Goodyear is proud to continue on as the spec tire for the class, and we look forward to continuing to work with the drivers that have made this class such an incredible success.”
Goodyear will continue supporting the class in a variety of ways, like through its road racing contingency programs that, in 2026, celebrated B-Spec drivers at the Runoffs, Chicago Region June Sprints®, through U.S. Majors Tour® Conference participation, and via a Regional driver program.
Goodyear also offers its best practices sheet, offering ideal cold and hot tire pressure ranges specific to B-Spec.
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Championship season is in full swing across the Sports Car Club of America™. With National titles being chased in Solo®, Road Racing, RallyCross®, Time Attack, and more, it’s true that much of the focus right now is on competition, but there’s a lot happening elsewhere, too. One SCCA® partner is the perfect example of that, with the Club’s Official Insurance Partner helping power activities across the SCCA community now and throughout the entire year.
Hagerty is unlike any other insurance company. For them, it’s all about the drive, and the enthusiasts who love their time behind the wheel. (Hey, that describes us! See, a perfect match!) So, let’s look at all the ways Hagerty supports SCCA members, competitors, and enthusiasts during Championship season and beyond.
How Cool? Championship Cool!
At SCCA National Championship events, Hagerty recognizes those who keep things cool with the aptly named Hagerty Keepin’ it Cool award.
The first of four Keepin’ it Cool awards was presented at the Sept. 7-11, 2026, Tire Rack SCCA Solo National Championships earlier this month, but it doesn’t stop there. Hagerty’s award, which goes to those who show an unwavering spirit or unique accomplishments during the events, will also be presented at the Sept. 28-Oct. 4, 2026, Mission Foods SCCA National Championship Runoffs®, at the Oct. 15-18, 2026, RallyCross National Championship Presented by Bingham Equipment Company event, and the Oct. 22-25, 2026, Tire Rack SCCA Time Attack National Championship.
Want to win an awesome Yeti cooler courtesy of Hagerty? Keep it cool at these events and maybe you will!
Yearlong Offers
That’s Hagerty celebrating YOU – but WE think Hagerty also keeps it cool all year long with its offers, discounts, and deals.
First up, Hagerty drives its members to SCCA events through the Hagerty Drivers Club. Members of Hagerty’s club save $25 off entries for SCCA’s Track Night in America® Driven by Tire Rack events as well as Tire Rack SCCA Starting Line® autocross schools.
While getting enthusiasts on track is important, protecting the cars that get them there matters. Hagerty offers not just car insurance, but also specialty insurance aimed at performance drivers. Check out these special endorsement programs Hagerty offers that will add a level of financial protection during motorsport events.
Hagerty also offers a discount on track insurance for Track Night events.
Furthermore, Hagerty offers a 5% discount (not available in CA, TN, or MA) to SCCA members for Hagerty policies covering collector cars, motorcycles, and boats. Race car coverage is something Hagerty offers, too, protecting competition vehicles while in storage, in the paddock, at the shop, and in transit.
But Hagerty’s support of the automotive community goes further. There’s tons of free automotive content at Hagerty Media, featuring wrench-turning tech tips, motorsport stories, videos, and more. Hagerty’s free newsletter will even bring that content straight to you.
Car shopping? Hagerty offers this, too, via its Marketplace and Broad Arrow auction platform.
Making it Happen
As SCCA championship season heats up and competitors cross the country to taste victory, remember that the support behind those events takes many forms.
From helping enthusiasts get on track through discounts and educational programs, to protecting the vehicles that make our hobby possible, to recognizing sportsmanship, and more, Hagerty remains deeply invested in the people and experiences that define the SCCA community.
Photo by Gregory Pfaff
