Contingency programs are offered by manufacturers and industry partners as a way to reward racers for their participation and performance. In most cases, competitors simply need to register for the program and display the sponsor’s decals on their race car. Eligible finishers can then earn awards that may include cash payouts, certificates, discounts, or products. Depending on the program, competitors can earn valuable prizes without even standing on the podium.
What Is It
Whether you’re chasing lap times, fine-tuning your skills, or just enjoying the camaraderie of motorsport enthusiasts, the Tire Rack SCCA® Shootout series has something for everyone. Are you ready to join the action?
OVERVIEW
Built for drivers like you, Shootout puts the performance potential of your build to the test in one fast, fun event. This isn’t just about competing, however – it’s about the joy of driving, the sights and sounds of awesome cars, and the camaraderie of the car-loving community. Whether you’re dodging cones or swapping stories in the paddock, this event celebrates everything we love about cars.
Friday: Arrive at the venue, check in, and settle in for a weekend of motorsport excitement while sharing stories and comparing builds with fellow enthusiasts.
Saturday: It’s all about the class competition! You’ll get three runs in the morning and another three in the afternoon; your best overall time of the day is what you’ll build on going into Day 2.
Sunday: It all comes down to the last few runs on the course Sunday morning! Secure your class win AND your spot in a Challenge.
Challenges: Once class competition is complete, it’s on to the heart-pounding Challenge Competition! We’re looking for the best of the Mild (Spec), the Wild (CAM® & XS), and the Compiled (Index classes) – will you claim the final line in your Challenge bracket?
Scoring: Your total score for the event is calculated by adding your top Saturday autocross run with your best Sunday morning autocross run. For class competition, the driver in each class with the lowest combined time for the weekend takes the win.
Everyone! Any car that would be eligible to run with SCCA Solo is invited to run at a Shootout event, within two distinct categories of classes.
Shootout Series Classes:
Any car that would be eligible to run within the following SCCA Solo® classes:
- Classic American Muscle (CAM)
- Xtreme Street
- Club Spec Classes, including SSC
Index Classes:
Any car that would be eligible to run within the SCCA Solo classes specifically detailed under each Index heading:
- Street Tire Index
- All street class cars (SS, AS, BS, CS, DS, ES, FS, GS, HS, including EVX) and Street Touring® classes (SST, AST, BST, CST, DST, EST, GST) will run together in this spirited face-off!
- Race Tire Index
- All race tire cars will be indexed to find out who’s the fastest in this Prepared and Modified showdown!
- Ladies Index
- All ladies classes will run together in this lively show down!
Events
The News
SCCA has amazing sponsors who offer contingency to competitors — including auto manufacturers, aftermarket equipment manufacturers, retail sales businesses and tire companies. Got questions? Check out the FAQs below.
FAQs
What are contingencies?
How do contingencies work?
- Review the sponsor’s program and their requirements.
- Competitors must be registered in the program prior to competing. No awards will be paid if you do not follow all contingency procedures. It is the competitor’s responsibility to register properly and neatly apply decals.
- Register according to the sponsor’s requirements.
- Contingency registration for Championship events is separate from National and Majors Tour registration.
- Get to the track and have fun!
- Once you have qualified for an award, you will submit a claim either to SCCA or to the sponsor directly depending on the program requirements within 30 days of the event.
- Photos of your car displaying the decals will be required so don’t forget to take pictures of your car at the event you are submitting a claim for.
- SCCA or the sponsor will review your claim and submit your payout within 30 days of receipt.
Are contingencies required?
No, participating in contingency programs is an optional perk of being an SCCA member.
Does it cost anything to participate?
Nope, contingency programs are FREE to register for; in fact, if you perform well, they’ll pay you!
MORE EVENTs
There are no current Shootout events on the schedule.
Check back soon for next season’s events!
