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Grassroots Feature: Boosting Tourism with Hill Climbs

Hill climbs can be a bit of an odd duck in the SCCA world. They’re not on purpose-built circuits like track events, and they’re not in empty parking lots like autocross. Most of the time, they’re on public roads (similar to RoadRally), but with hill climbs you needn’t obey the rules of the road — […]

Inside the SCCA: Hill Climb with Brad Gates

Looking for an inside line on the Club? “Inside the SCCA” is a podcast that features interviews with the Club’s leading personalities, but it’s not owned by SCCA. Instead, it’s an independent media outlet managed by Rule 15 Productions and hosted by longtime SCCA Member and journalist Brian Bielanski. He uses the Club’s name with […]

SCCA Foundation Provides Grant for HillClimb Series

A year ago, the East Tennessee, Blue Ridge and Central Carolinas Regions combined to form the SCCA Appalachian Hill Climb organization and hosted the first event, a sold-out HillClimb at Pine Mountain Resort Park in Pineville, Kentucky. The success of that event has led to a plan for other events in the areas, capitalizing on […]

Aligning Your Race Car

In this episode of the SCCA Shop Manual presented by Hoosier, racer Dave Ogburn provides a clear and practical introduction to race car alignment, emphasizing how these adjustments are essential to optimizing mechanical grip and tire performance. Viewers are guided through the core parameters of alignment, which include bump steer, caster, camber, and toe. Dave […]

Don’t Waste Grip! Mastering Your Inputs on Track

Mastering your vehicle’s traction is the single most important skill for any motorsport participant, whether you are in road racing, autocross, or track days. In this episode of the SCCA Shop Manual presented by Hoosier, SCCA National Champion and driving coach Justin Hille breaks down the essential concept of the traction circle. By using the […]

Why Should You Be Corner Balancing Your Race Car

Optimizing your race car’s handling begins with understanding the essential process of corner balancing. While achieving overall weight reduction is a common goal, distributing that weight effectively across your vehicle is far more critical for competitive performance. In this installment of the SCCA Shop Manual, presented by Hoosier, we dive into the technical details of […]

Tire Temp Troubleshooting: Link Setup to Performance

Motorsport success hinges on the delicate relationship between a car and its tires. In this episode of the SCCA Shop Manual, presented by Hoosier, viewers gain essential knowledge on how to monitor and interpret tire temperatures to optimize track performance. Tim Guilden, product manager for the Hoosier Racing Tire road racing division, explains that achieving […]

Failing Tech Inspection? Here’s What Inspectors Check

Whether you are a newcomer to SCCA events or a seasoned racer needing a refresher, the technical inspection process is a foundational part of participating in any motorsport activity. This video serves as a comprehensive guide to help you navigate your next at-event tech inspection with confidence. The primary focus of SCCA tech inspectors is […]

Performance Driving: The Key To The Footwork

Join 10-time SCCA Solo National Champion Shelly Monfort as she breaks down essential driving techniques to help you master car control and improve your performance on the track. In this installment of the SCCA Shop Manual, Shelly provides expert guidance on the critical skills required for smooth and efficient driving during high-performance maneuvers. First, you […]

Blue Mountain Region Chips in for Charity

The Reading Recreation Commission’s “3rd and Spruce” gymnasium was filled with raucous excitement earlier in November when SCCA’s Blue Mountain Region hosted its annual Pine Car Derby charity event in Eastern Pennsylvania. Rich Rock, the region’s Time Trials and HillClimb chairman, has spearheaded the activity for around a half-dozen years. He said about 30 kids […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

PA HillClimb’s Mid-Season Rundown

With six of eight events complete in the 2021 Pennsylvania HillClimb Association (PHA) schedule — the series that tackles public roads in the Keystone State and Maryland, along with a couple of road courses in West Virginia — we checked in to see how the country’s most prolific mountain-slaying series is doing just past mid-season. […]

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 […]

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