RallyCross

What iS IT

If you want to play in dirt, gravel, grass, mud, or snow, SCCA® RallyCross® is calling your name. With second-gear courses laid out on non-paved plots of land and delineated by traffic cones, every run counts toward your final cumulative timed score making RallyCross a challenge unlike any other in the SCCA.

From mild to wild, nearly every car has a home here. With that and a helmet, you have everything you need to RallyCross with the SCCA. Don’t have a helmet? Many SCCA Regions offer loaner helmets to get you going. The organizers will even help you class your car and get you familiar with the course.

In other words: There’s no reason not to get out there and have fun in the dirt.

Overview

Competitors drive individually, as quickly as possible, with the lowest combined time from every run determining the winner in each class. Because speeds are relatively low (usually no faster than second gear) and the courses are defined by cones rather than barriers, RallyCross offers an exciting but forgiving environment for performance driving on a surface that is…let’s call it “variable.”

Don’t expect to be a superhero first time out. This form of motorsport requires practice. But considering RallyCross isn’t excessively aggressive on your vehicle and the entry fee is low, this is the kind of sport that will grab hold and never let go.

From periodic weekend warriors to those hunting for a National Championship title, RallyCross offers something for everyone. All that’s missing is you!

Announcements

Posted: October 20, 2026

Seeking Nominations: 2026 RallyCross Rookie of the Year

Posted: October 6, 2026

2026 RallyCross Nationals: Mandatory Drivers’ Meeting 10/12 @ 8pm Central

Posted: September 18, 2026

Mark Your Calendar: RXB + RX Safety Committee Meeting on Tues, 9/22!

Posted: September 1, 2026

Seeking Nominations: 2026 RallyCross Annual Awards

Posted: August 11, 2026

Registration Reminder: 2026 RallyCross Nationals Opens to All 8/12 @ 6pm Central

Posted: July 21, 2026

Don’t Forget to Sign Up! Southern Pacific RallyCross Divisional Challenge is 7/31!

Participating in an SCCA RallyCross is easy to do. Unlike some forms of motorsport, you needn’t have a purpose-built race car or extensive racing experience. In fact, most first-time competitors drive the same vehicle they use every day.

Step 1: Have the Basics

There are a few basics for participating in a RallyCross event. You’ll need:

A valid driver’s license.
A hardtop vehicle (which includes convertibles with hardtops installed) that can pass a basic safety inspection.
A helmet with an approved Snell SA or M rating helmet (usually no older than 15 years). Many SCCA Regions offer loaner helmets.
Comfortable clothing for a full day outdoors in conditions that could be sunny, rainy, dusty, muddy, or snowy.

Step 2: Find an Event & Register

Find an event near you and use the links to register, get directions, and discover any other relevant information. Then show up on site the day of the event. A typical entry fee runs between $25–$60, depending on the Region.

Step 3: Prep the Vehicle, Arrive Early & Prep the Vehicle Again

In the days leading up to the event, you’ll want to prep your vehicle, ensuring it’s ready for the big day. That includes checking seatbelts operate correctly, that tires are in good condition, that the brakes and steering work properly, that there are no large fluid leaks, and that the battery is firmly affixed.

On the day of the event, arrive early to check in, sign the waiver, and get acquainted with all the fun people that you’ll be hanging out with.

Next, take a moment to perform the final touches of your vehicle’s prep, like removing all loose items from the passenger compartment and trunk, as well as setting air pressures.

Step 4: Tech, Course Walk & Driver Meeting

Every car will have a “tech” inspection to verify that your vehicle is safe to compete. Don’t be scared of this process, as the inspectors are there to help.

In the morning, the course will be open for drivers to walk. Since the time from every run counts toward your overall score, walking the course beforehand is essential. This is where you learn the route, identify breaking and turning points, and can ask more experienced drivers for advice.

Finally, there will be a driver’s meeting that covers all the day’s rules along with the schedule and procedures. People will also be on hand to answer any questions you might have.

Step 5: Work Your Assignment

RallyCross officials are also drivers. To keep the sport as affordable as possible, everyone who drives also has a work assignment. If this is your first time, don’t worry, as experienced people will be there to help guide you. Ask questions and make new friends!

When it’s time for you to work, check in and perform the role that was assigned This will usually be on the course helping pick up cones that get knocked over, but it could be helping in the timing trailer, guiding cars on grid, or other duties.

Step 6: Drive!

This is what you came for!

A grid worker will let you know when it’s your turn to head to the starting line. At the start, take a deep breath and try to relax. Don’t worry about being fast during your first event. Focus on learning the course and mastering control of your car. If you hit a cone, don’t sweat it! Instead, concentrate on not hitting the next cone.

If there’s an award ceremony after the event, consider sticking around even if you didn’t win. The camaraderie at a RallyCross is like no other.

PHOTOS

An SCCA volunteer in a yellow safety vest retrieves a cone that has been knocked over by a car at a dusty RallyCross event

A silver compact car slides through a dry grassy field at an SCCA RallyCross event, a massive rolling wave of brown dust erupting behind it

A white sport coupe slides through a grassy RallyCross turn, a large dirt cloud erupting to the right, wooded mountains visible in the background

Close-up of a car wheel packed with dirt and a destroyed orange cone wedged inside the rim at an SCCA RallyCross event

A blue compact car is almost completely hidden by a towering cloud of brown dirt and dust as it slides through a turn at an SCCA RallyCross event

A red compact hatchback slides through a sandy turn at an SCCA RallyCross event on a dry, flat course with utility poles and low buildings in the background

A black MINI Cooper corners through a corn-field dirt turn at an SCCA RallyCross event, a second car visible in the misty background

A white compact sedan splashes through a muddy turn at an SCCA RallyCross event in snowy winter conditions, a volunteer in a yellow vest watching nearby

A black all-wheel-drive sedan with green accents kicks up snow and mud through a wintry RallyCross turn, a volunteer visible in the background

An overhead-style wide shot of a white wagon navigating a vast cone course on a flat muddy field at a winter SCCA RallyCross event

Two female SCCA volunteers in yellow safety vests smile and laugh while working a rain-soaked RallyCross event in the dark, one holding a red flag

A dark red sport coupe with rally lights number 463 B approaches a cone gate head-on at a cold, grey RallyCross event on a dry dirt field

A blue Ford Mustang slides through a dirt and corn-stubble turn at an SCCA RallyCross event, clods of mud flying

A light blue vintage sedan number 23 MR slides dramatically through a wet grass and mud turn at an SCCA RallyCross event in damp conditions

A group of competitors including one wearing a motocross helmet stand in the paddock at an SCCA RallyCross event surrounded by competition vehicles

A white compact hatchback with Vegas Rally livery slides through a deep muddy turn at an SCCA RallyCross event, mud spraying from all four wheels

A blue side-by-side UTV number 23 US blurs through a panning shot at speed on a grassy SCCA RallyCross course

A red all-wheel-drive sedan number 190 corners hard through a red clay dirt turn at a wooded SCCA RallyCross event

A light blue Mazda Miata roadster number 17 PR slides through a muddy RallyCross turn in a panning shot, Mazda branding visible on the door

A long line of competition cars sits in the paddock at an SCCA RallyCross event at sunset, drivers prepping and spectators nearby

A red Honda wagon number MA 44 slides through a sweeping RallyCross turn on a dry desert course, dust billowing behind it

A white sport coupe slides through a sandy desert RallyCross turn at golden hour, a large brown dust cloud erupting behind it

Two orange SCCA branded cones sit in green grass in the foreground at a RallyCross event, tents and activity visible in the blurred background

An orange SCCA cone sits tipped over next to a standing cone in green grass at a RallyCross event, the course stretching into the blurred background

A grey sport hatchback navigates through a cone course at a lush green SCCA RallyCross event in dappled late-day light, dust trailing behind

A black full-size Ford sedan powers through a cone turn at an SCCA RallyCross event, clipping a cone with a second car visible in the background

A red vintage compact sedan with SCCA RallyCross branding slides through a muddy grass turn in evening light, dust and dirt filling the air

A dark checkered-patterned sport coupe number i02 slides sideways through a dirt cone section at an SCCA RallyCross event, a corner worker watching nearby

A dark sport coupe with checkered livery number i02 launches a massive spray of dirt through a cone turn at an SCCA RallyCross event in bright afternoon light

A dark checkered-patterned sport coupe number i02 rounds a cone gate on a grassy RallyCross course, dust trailing behind

A black all-wheel-drive sport sedan number 17 PA slides through a sandy desert RallyCross turn, dust rising in the dry air

A yellow sport roadster number 49 slides hard through a grassy dirt turn at an SCCA RallyCross event, a huge roost of dirt and grass flying

A yellow sport roadster number 49 PR slides through a sandy desert turn on an SCCA RallyCross course with mountains visible in the background

An orange sport coupe number 38 charges head-on through a sandy RallyCross cone section on a dry desert course

A white sedan number 245 rounds a cone turn on a dusty desert SCCA RallyCross course, dust trailing behind the rear wheels

A dark red compact car number 229 slides through a dry flat field at an SCCA RallyCross event in winter, a dramatic dark debris cloud trailing behind it

A dark all-wheel-drive sedan approaches head-on through dense morning fog on a flat RallyCross course, cones scattered ahead, a wind turbine faintly visible

A dark blue Toyota sport roadster number 196 SR slides through a rocky desert RallyCross turn, dust rising in the dry mountain air

A compact sedan corners through an SCCA RallyCross course kicking up dust and loose material

A sport hatchback rounds a corner at full throttle on an SCCA RallyCross course, dust billowing behind

A compact car takes a wide line through a turn at an SCCA RallyCross event on open farmland

A compact car slides sideways through a dirt corner at an SCCA RallyCross event with wind turbines in the background

A small hatchback corners hard through a worn rut on a dirt and grass SCCA RallyCross course

A competition sedan exits a corner surrounded by a massive cloud of dirt and dust at an SCCA RallyCross national event

A helmeted driver in a dirt-covered car gives a thumbs up through the window at an SCCA RallyCross event

A competition car slides through a loose dirt turn at an SCCA RallyCross event, dirt spraying from the rear wheels

A sedan exits a turn in a cloud of brown dust at an SCCA RallyCross event in late afternoon light

A compact car throws a large wall of wet mud and dirt through a corner at a muddy SCCA RallyCross event

A compact hatchback enters a cone turn at an angle at an SCCA RallyCross event on a grassy course

A small compact car rounds a cone turn at an SCCA RallyCross event on a mixed grass and dirt surface

A small hatchback powers around a cone corner at an SCCA RallyCross event, rear end stepping out on loose dirt

A blue all-wheel-drive sedan with a roof rack and SCCA RallyCross branding slides through a dirt turn with wind turbines in the background

A vintage Plymouth number 66 slides through a corn-stubble dirt turn at an SCCA RallyCross event, cone flying

A blue full-size Ford sedan number 84 rounds a cone gate on a dirt RallyCross course with wind turbines visible in the background

A red and white competition sedan number 97 MF blasts through a wide sweeper on an open dirt course, debris trailing behind, wind turbine visible

An all-wheel-drive sport hatchback fishtails through a dirt turn at an SCCA RallyCross event, a massive dirt roost spraying from the rear

A dark sedan number 187 MR throws a towering wall of sand and dust as it slides through a turn on a dry desert RallyCross course

A yellow roadster number 49 slides through a dirt turn on a dry RallyCross course with power lines and scrubby hills in the background

Close-up portrait of a smiling young male competitor wearing sunglasses and a cap at an SCCA RallyCross event

A white sport coupe number 191 slides through a gravel turn on a desert SCCA RallyCross course with dusty scrub in the background

An orange sport coupe number 38 charges head-on through a sandy RallyCross course, dust billowing from all four wheels

An SCCA course flag, cooler, and safety equipment sit in the grass at a RallyCross venue, event activity visible in the background

An orange sport coupe slides through a grassy turn with a towering cloud of dirt and dust erupting behind it at an SCCA RallyCross event

A white all-wheel-drive performance sedan number 45 PA with Jayhawk Racing livery corners through a grassy RallyCross course, dust trailing

A modified classic Porsche targa number 41 MR slides through a grassy RallyCross turn at golden hour, smoke and dust rising in the evening light

A blue compact sedan number 90 launches a rooster tail of dirt while cornering hard on an SCCA RallyCross course

A smiling male event worker standing under a pink umbrella points toward the camera at an SCCA RallyCross event

A white vintage sedan kicks up dust in the background while a large Bigfoot metal sculpture stands in the foreground at an SCCA RallyCross venue

A blue and white compact car generates a massive tan dust cloud as it slides through a grassy turn at an SCCA RallyCross event

A dramatic golden sunset over a wooded hillside illuminates a hazy RallyCross venue at the end of an event day

A red sport coupe trails a cloud of brown dust as it accelerates away from the camera through a sunlit grassy RallyCross course

Two male competitors chat and smile in the paddock at an SCCA RallyCross event, cars visible on either side

A driver wearing a white helmet and navy SCCA RallyCross t-shirt reading 'Yes, you can RallyX that' leans on their car in the paddock

Close-up of a dirt-caked SCCA bumper sticker on a competition car in the paddock with 'SUPA FASS' written in the dust on the hood

Two smiling male competitors walk together after a run at an SCCA RallyCross event, one wearing a helmet and SCCA shirt, cars visible in the dusty background

A black side-by-side UTV number 79 launches through a dirt turn at an SCCA RallyCross event, dirt flying from all four wheels

An Audi sedan slides wide through a muddy turn at an SCCA RallyCross event on a wet green hillside course

A yellow hatchback corners through a dirt turn at a rural SCCA RallyCross event while cattle graze peacefully on a hillside in the background

A dark green sport coupe corners hard through a cone gate at an SCCA RallyCross event on a grass and dirt course

A white side-by-side UTV number 55 with red roll cage charges through a sandy RallyCross turn, dirt roosting from all four wheels

An orange performance hatchback number 179 exits a dirt turn cleanly at an SCCA RallyCross event, dust trailing behind it

A red Toyota sport coupe number PR86 slides through a dirt turn at an SCCA RallyCross event, spectators and cones visible in the background

A red compact coupe number 2 PF slides through a dirt cone turn at an SCCA RallyCross event

A white roadster number 41 generates a massive explosion of dirt as it corners at an SCCA RallyCross event, paddock visible in the background

A vintage blue European coupe number 421 slides through a cone turn at an SCCA RallyCross event, a large brown dust cloud erupting behind it

Three male competitors talk in the paddock at an SCCA RallyCross event on a dry, sunny day, one wearing an Alabama SCCA shirt

Two smiling male competitors stand together in the paddock at an SCCA RallyCross event, competition cars parked behind them

A dark blue Toyota sport roadster corners through a grassy RallyCross course with orange cones and a Tire Rack banner visible in the background

A male competitor in a blue shirt leans over a blanket-covered table inspecting something at an SCCA RallyCross event, another competitor watching on a phone

A white vintage compact car number 161 slides through a dirt turn at an SCCA RallyCross event with a massive dirt and dust explosion erupting from the rear

Two male competitors wearing caps and jackets study the timing board at an SCCA RallyCross event at golden hour, a helmeted driver visible nearby

A helmeted driver gives a thumbs up from behind the wheel of a mud-caked SCCA RallyCross car, another person visible leaning in

A helmeted competitor leans out the window of an orange competition car number 79 to talk with another person at an SCCA RallyCross event, mountain backdrop in the distance

An SCCA volunteer in a yellow safety vest watches a red and white car approach in the background at a dusty RallyCross event

Vehicle competing at an SCCA RallyCross are classed based on driveline type and modification level. There are five categories, with many offering classes withing those categories:

Stock

The stock category of SCCA RallyCross is the most
restrictive. Cars must run on DOT-approved tires. Minor modifications are allowed, like cat-back exhausts, drop-in air filters, and wheels meeting certain criteria. Dampers can also be replaced, although they must be similar to stock. Roll cages and skid plates are permitted.

Classes:

Stock Front Wheel Drive (SF)
Stock Rear Wheel Drive (SR)
Stock All Wheel Drive (SA)

Prepared

Cars in Prepared may do anything allowed in Stock, with additional modifications allowed, including virtually any tires, any wheels, full exhaust systems, aftermarket intakes, nearly any dampers, and more.

Classes:

Prepared Front Wheel Drive (PF)
Prepared Rear Wheel Drive (PR)
Prepared All Wheel Drive (PA)

Modified

These classes see the most modifications to production-based vehicles, including major weight reduction, engine swaps, and aero-devices like wings and splitters.

Classes:

Modified Front Wheel Drive (MF)
Modified Rear Wheel Drive (MR)
Modified All Wheel Drive (MA)

Truck

The Truck category is intended for rear-drive pickups marketed as mini or mid-sized that carry a GVWR rating of less than 6,000 lbs. Engines must be naturally aspirated with pistons and have a maximum displacement of 4,800cc, with performance modifications allowed on engines smaller than 2,500cc. Trucks must maintain their truck bed.

UTV

The UTV category is open to mass-produced sport-oriented UTVs. Vehicle must utilize the stock chassis and maintain a stock appearance. The minimum width of UTVs in this category is 64 inches as measured from the outside edge of the wheels, with a minimum wheelbase of 83 inches. Fully electric or hybrid UTVs are not permitted.

Classes:

Modified Front Wheel Drive (MF)
Modified Rear Wheel Drive (MR)
Modified All Wheel Drive (MA)

The News

A Perfect Southwest RallyCross Weekend Saw National Champions Crowned in Camp Verde

Who Will Win RallyCross Nats? Modified and UTV

Who Will Win RallyCross Nats? Prepared

Who Will Win RallyCross Nats? Stock

The Southern Sweet Tea Challenge Finally Gets Its Day in the Dirt

5 Reasons to Team Up

Events & Series

Regional Events

November 7 to 8, 2026

Palmer, AK

Arctic Alaska SCCA 2026 RallyCross #7 & 8

November 7 to 8, 2026

Camp Verde, AZ

Arizona Region RX Event 7/8

November 7 to 8, 2026

Santa Rosa, CA

San Francisco Dirty Turkey Rallycross

November 7, 2026

Alvin, TX

Houston Region RallyCross #7

November 7 to 8, 2026

Shullsburg, WI

Iowa, Freeze Your Curds Off RallyCross Challenge

November 7, 2026

Fort Pierce, FL

Central Florida RallyCross 2026 Points Event #10

The SCCA RallyCross National Championship is the program’s premier event. Held annually, RallyCross Nationals attracts the nation’s fastest drivers to compete for National Championship titles in each RallyCross class. This multi-day, winner-take-all event tests a driver’s speed, consistency, and stamina.

The RallyCross National Championship has been held all over America, from Alabama to Colorado, Nebraska, Iowa, and more. Those who win here are the best of the best. Those who have earned multiple National Championship titles? Those are the icons of the sport.

the NEWS

A Perfect Southwest RallyCross Weekend Saw National Champions Crowned in Camp Verde

Who Will Win RallyCross Nats? Modified and UTV

Who Will Win RallyCross Nats? Prepared

Who Will Win RallyCross Nats? Stock

Registration Opens Soon for a Wild West Arizona RallyCross National Championship

Mazza Continues as Official Sparkling Wine of SCCA With a Generous Pour of Support

FAQs

What should I bring?

A valid driver’s license, a helmet if you have one (loaners are common), a tire pressure gauge, weather-appropriate clothing, and painter’s tape if you need it for numbers. Sunscreen and water are always a good idea — RallyCross runs rain or shine.

Should I raise my tire pressure?

Many competitors run 38–40 psi, noticeably higher than street pressure, to stiffen the sidewall and reduce the chance of “popping the bead” when sliding hard through a rut.

What's the difference between Regional, Division Challenge, and National Championship events?

What’s the difference between Regional, Division Challenge, and National Championship events?

Regional events are generally small, local, and don’t require an annual SCCA membership to try — you’ll get a weekend membership. The Divisional Challenge events are an opportunity to compete against competitors outside of your Region, in a two-day format. The National Championship is a single, winner-take-all, two-day event that crowns a champion in each class.

What if it's my first time — will someone help me?

What if it’s my first time — will someone help me?

Yes. Most Regions have loaner helmets on hand and will walk a first-timer through classing, tech, and a course walk before their first run. Don’t worry about being fast on day one; RallyCross is a traction-limited sport, and driver skill matters more than horsepower.

What will tech inspection check?

Expect a check for loose items in the car (floor mats included), a securely mounted battery, no unusual fluid leaks, and hubcaps or other detachable trim removed. The full checklist is in the RallyCross Rulebook, but most street cars in good repair pass without issue.

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RallyCross

What iS IT

Overview

Announcements

Seeking Nominations: 2026 RallyCross Rookie of the Year

2026 RallyCross Nationals: Mandatory Drivers’ Meeting 10/12 @ 8pm Central

Mark Your Calendar: RXB + RX Safety Committee Meeting on Tues, 9/22!

Seeking Nominations: 2026 RallyCross Annual Awards

Registration Reminder: 2026 RallyCross Nationals Opens to All 8/12 @ 6pm Central

Don’t Forget to Sign Up! Southern Pacific RallyCross Divisional Challenge is 7/31!

PHOTOS

The News

Events & Series

Regional Events

the NEWS

FAQs

What should I bring?

Should I raise my tire pressure?

What’s the difference between Regional, Division Challenge, and National Championship events?

What if it’s my first time — will someone help me?

What will tech inspection check?

RULES & REGULATIONS

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results & awards

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