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Kerrie Speed

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US Majors Tour

2021 U.S. Majors Tour Conference Points Champions Named

As the 2021 racing season comes to a close for most of the country (and begins to heat up for 2022 in the Southeast), this year’s U.S. Majors Tour Conference Champions in all six Conferences have been announced! Conference points are awarded to the top 20 finishers in each class. Winners earn 25 points, and […]

Autocross

Stop Faster: Choosing the Best Brake Compound for Your Car

Understanding how to manage your vehicle’s stopping power is essential for any motorsport enthusiast looking to improve their lap times and maintain control on the track. In this installment of the SCCA Shop Manual, presented by our partners at Hoosier, we break down the complexities of brake compounds to help you make the right choice […]

Autocross

Scared of Rain Driving on Track? Do This Instead.

Discovering that rain is in the forecast on race day can be daunting, but professional driver and driving coach Tom O’Gorman is here to help you navigate those tricky, slick track conditions with confidence. In this episode of the SCCA Shop Manual, presented by Hoosier, we break down essential techniques for adjusting your driving style […]

Autocross

How To Lift Your Car With a Floor Jack

Safely lifting your vehicle is the foundational skill every motorsport enthusiast needs to master before tackling DIY repairs or upgrades at the track or in the garage. In this episode of the SCCA Shop Manual series presented by Hoosier, we sit down with JG Pasterjak from Grassroots Motorsports Magazine to demystify the process of jacking […]

Autocross

Autocross, National Wins, & Family: Meet Larry MacLeod

In this profile video, we get an intimate look at the life and SCCA journey of long-time member Larry “Lefty” MacLeod. Larry shares how he was first introduced to the world of motorsports in Southeast Michigan, describing the immediate spark of passion that led him to join the club in 1997. His story is a […]

Autocross

Seating Position Matters In Driving, Heres How To Find Yours

Are you setting yourself up for optimal control behind the wheel? Proper driver positioning is the foundation of every great lap time, yet many enthusiasts overlook the basics. In this episode of the SCCA Shop Manual, professional driver and coach Tom O’Gorman breaks down his approach to getting comfortable and capable in the cockpit. Tom […]

Solo Nationals

SportsCar Feature: Who Will Win Solo Nationals

This article first appeared in the July/August, 2021 edition of SportsCar Magazine. Everyone can read the current and past editions of SportCar digitally here. To become an SCCA member and get SportsCar mailed to your home address monthly in addition to the digital editions, click here. While much of this information was targeted specifically at Road America at […]

Autocross

Autocross on a Budget: The “G Street” Secret

Dive into the exciting world of G Street, a class that perfectly balances daily drivability with high-performance thrills. This video provides an overview of what makes G Street such a fantastic entry point for car enthusiasts who want to experience the adrenaline of motorsport without the need for specialized tow vehicles or extensive modifications. You […]

Road Racing

What Is a Spec Racer Ford Gen 3?

The Spec Racer Ford (SRF3) class stands as one of the most enduring and competitive categories within the Sports Car Club of America, delivering exceptional racing experiences for decades. Originally established as a professional series in the mid-1980s by SCCA Enterprises, this class remains a favorite for its affordability and the intense drafting and passing […]

Road Racing

SCCA E Production: Amateur Racing Basics & Setup

E Production stands out as one of the SCCA’s most diverse and fastest classes for production-based race cars, offering enthusiasts a thrilling platform to showcase high-performance engineering. In this episode of the Hoosier Shop Manual, we feature 2019 SCCA Runoffs Pole Award winner Jesse Prather, who provides an inside look at the technical appeal of […]