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
Claiming an SCCA® National Champion title is a big deal, like – really big deal. Just ask Bobby Rahal, Scott Sharp, Skip Barber or Paul Newman. Now that honor is offered to Time Attack Challenge competitors. With the high-stakes “winner-take-all” format SCCA uses to crown the best-of-the-best, the Tire Rack Time Attack Challenge National Championship is a three-day competition at the end of the season.
Partnered as a sister event to the Grassroots Motorsports Tire Rack Ultimate Track Car Challenge (UTCC), the two events will work hand-in-hand with each other to put on the premier time trial and lifestyle car show experience in the country.
Aiming for that spot atop the podium? As a friend to SCCA and its members, Tire Rack is ready to help with tires, wheels and brakes.
Details
The Time Attack National Championship is open to all drivers with a valid license and SCCA membership. However, running regional Time Trials and Time Attack Challenge events, earning higher TT licenses levels, and learning the national event format are preparation advantages that are highly recommended for participants. National Championship events commonly sell out, so early registration matters.
The News
The Time Attack Challenge National Championship’s home for 2026 will be Eagles Canyon Raceway in Decatur, TX, putting the event at a location that’s accessible to all, and at a track you’ll fall in love with (if you haven’t already). Located in north Texas, barely 40 miles from Fort Worth, Eagles Canyon Raceway is conveniently located to – quite frankly – everyone.
Opened in 2007 and renovated into its modern form in 2019, the track features an FIA-spec 2.7-mile, 15-turn racing circuit that boasts more than 200 feet of elevation changes and a 2,200 foot long back straight, including a near-impeccable asphalt surface and blind corners that will send any driver’s pulse racing.
While the inaugural Time Attack Challenge National Championship will be held at Eagles Canyon Raceway, the National Championship event may rotate to other tracks in the future.
Date: October 23-25, 2026
Venue: Eagles Canyon Raceway, Decatur, TX
Entry Fee: $700, $950 with Test Day Add-On
Registration Ends: October 18th
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!
