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
The Tire Rack SCCA® Solo® Nationals is the largest amateur motorsports competition in the world. More than 1,200 competitors descend on Lincoln, Nebraska each year for a competition which takes a week to complete and crowns a national champion in each class. Earning the right to claim “I’m an SCCA National Champion” is one of the most prestigious honors, and difficult achievements, in all of amateur motorsports.
This week of high-caliber autocross and precision driving performances also includes Invitational Challenges and the ProSolo® Finale to crown those series champions as well. There are also national award recognitions, topped off with some of the best social and festival-like events found anywhere 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 SCCA Tire Rack Solo National Championships is an open-entry national championship. If:
- You are an SCCA member,
- Your car is legal for an eligible national class, and
- You register before the event fills,
you can compete at Solo Nationals. There is no points requirement, license requirement, or minimum number of regional events you must complete beforehand.
However, given the often huge demand to participate, there is a tiered registration period. Early registration access is given to previous National Champions and podium finishers, event chiefs, and Silver and Gold Circle members – long-time Nationals attendees.
The News
Since 2009, Lincoln Airpark in Lincoln, Nebraska has hosted the Solo Nationals. The location was chosen, and continues to be the ideal site, due to the massive concrete airfield surfaces that allow two championship courses to run simultaneously.
Lincoln is also centrally located in the United States, making it reasonably accessible from both coasts. The site can also accommodate over 1,200 competitors, plus trailers, paddocks and vendors.
Solo Nationals is typically held during Labor Day week and runs over four competition days, with different classes competing Tuesday–Wednesday and Thursday–Friday.
Date: September 07, 2026 to September 11, 2026
Venue: Lincoln Airpark
Entry Fee: $224
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!
RULES & REGULATIONS
results & awards
More Events
There are no current Solo Nationals events on the schedule.
Check back soon for next season’s events!
