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Spreading SCCA Through The Minority Racing Association

When we talk about barriers to entry in motorsports, experienced participants often talk about tangible efforts — equipment, fees, tires and more. When Wesley Brown talks about eliminating barriers to entry in motorsports, he means barriers like “knowing that organized motorsports exist.” We at SCCA.com first recognized Brown when he lugged his Mustang GT in […]

’21 Charlotte Champ Tour Fast Notes

Even though the 2021 Tire Rack Solo Nationals is in the rearview mirror and national champions have been crowned for the year, the SCCA’s National Solo program kept rolling along Oct. 15-17 for the Tire Rack Charlotte Champ Tour at zMAX Dragway in Concord, North Carolina. Held just across the street from Charlotte Motor Speedway, […]

Robert E. “Bob” Introne Jr. — 1942-2021

Robert E. Introne Jr., 79, of Londonderry, NH, died unexpectedly Monday, October 11, 2021, while travelling in Phoenix, AZ. He was born on April 27, 1942 in Weymouth, MA, son of the late E. Margaret “Peggy” (Laine) and Robert E. Introne Sr. A SCCA member for over 40 years, Bob started flagging turns in the […]

Solo’s Howard Duncan Steps into New Role

Howard Duncan, who has been part of the SCCA Solo Department for more than 30 years, announced his retirement from “full-time” SCCA employment during the 2021 Tire Rack Solo Nationals. While his list of accomplishments and service to the Solo community is long and worthy of many honors, Duncan isn’t quite done yet. To assist […]

Howard “Duck” Allen — 1950-2021

Words by Jeff Zurschmeide Howard “Duck” Allen was one of the most widely recognized and memorable members of SCCA. First joining the club in 1978 shortly after moving from his native Michigan to Portland, Oregon, Howard began participating in F&C with his wife Cheryl “Mindy” Allen. Howard later campaigned a VW Rabbit in F Production […]

Whirlwind of Winners at 2021 RallyCross Nationals

After a soggy start, the 2021 SCCA RallyCross National Championships concluded this past Sunday — with 10 new National Champions crowned — under sunny skies and dry course conditions at the Ross County Fairgrounds in Chillicothe, Ohio. The total times from Saturday’s six runs and Sunday’s four were combined to set each driver’s score and […]

Taking SCCA Time Trials to the Max

SCCA’s Time Trials program was constructed as a relatively easy way for anyone and everyone to get out on track and make their motorsport dreams a reality. Perry Ellwood, 31, of SCCA’s Central Carolinas Region, is a splendid example of someone who is living out his motorsport desires to the max through the Time Trials […]

Cobb’s Presidential Address Scheduled For November 3

Clear your calendars and stay informed in the Club you love! SCCA President and CEO Mike Cobb’s next Presidential address is scheduled for a virtual presentation on Wednesday, November 3 at 7pm CDT/8pm EDT. In the nearly-quarterly address, Cobb will take a look back on 2021, including year to date administration of both membership and […]

Halfway There: 2021 RallyCross Nationals Day 1

For the first time in the event’s 15-year history, the SCCA RallyCross National Championships are being held in Ohio, running this weekend in Chillicothe at the Ross County Fairgrounds. The hard pack surface was put to the test after rain fell on Friday afternoon and continued into the evening. Saturday morning runs began on slick […]

Junior Driver Program Update

After careful consideration, the Sports Car Club of America has decided to disband the Junior Driver Program (JDP) and the Junior Kart classes in the autocross program over safety concerns. The JDP Assessment Committee was named on July 2, 2020 following multiple similar incidents that called into question the safety of the program. The JDP […]

Voting to Begin for 2022 Board of Directors Positions

As an SCCA Member, you are both invited and encouraged to participate in the annual elections for the SCCA Board of Directors. SCCA BoD members, as outlined in the SCCA bylaws, “shall establish the policies of the Club and shall oversee and direct the implementation and execution of such policies and the administration of the […]

One Car, Four SCCA Pursuits

It’s safe to say most Sports Car Club of America members like to get the most out of life. That’s certainly the case when it comes to Bernie Kaeferlein, 51, of SCCA’s Land O’Lakes Region. He has shrewdly used one car as a gateway to four different SCCA activities, thus making the most of his […]

2021 Runoffs Photos Now Available for Purchase

The 2021 SCCA National Championship Runoffs at Indianapolis Motor Speedway produced a lot of great racing, a lot of great memories, and a lot of fantastic photos. Thankfully, SCCA partnered with Exclusive Sports Car Photography again this year to capture moments on track and during podium celebrations at IMS, and those photos are now available […]

SportsCar Feature: 10 Things Randy Loves About SCCA

Words by Randy Pobst This article first appeared in the January/February, 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 […]

Accepting Nominations: 2021 Member of Excellence

Sports Car Club of America® is once again accepting nominations for the Club’s Member of Excellence Award to acknowledge great volunteer commitment to SCCA Motorsports. The nomination deadline for the 2021 Member of Excellence award is Monday, Dec. 6. The honor will be announced during the virtual 2022 SCCA Virtual National Convention. Aside from the […]

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