- 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.
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.
In most cases, region social events can simply be promoted through the hosting region’s website and do not require a sanction. However, a sanction is required if the venue requests proof of insurance from the region. Sanctions are also required for region social karting events.
Eligible charity events receive a 50% reduction in event fees. This discount is available for Solo, RallyCross, and RoadRally events.
Regions may host as many charity events as they choose. However, only one charity event per program, per region, per calendar year is eligible for the discounted event fee. For example, a region may receive the discount for one Solo charity event and one RallyCross charity event in the same year, but additional charity events within those programs would be subject to standard event fees.
To qualify for the discount, the charity’s name and valid Tax ID number must be provided when the sanction request is submitted in MAP. A charity designation cannot be added after the event has taken place.
Navigate to the event in MAP and open the Event Details page. Click the Request a Change button at the top of the page, complete the form, and select Save to submit your change request to the SCCA Sanction Team.
After your sanction is approved, the Certificate of Insurance (COI) is typically issued and emailed directly from K&K within 5-7 business days. Review the COI carefully to ensure all information is accurate, then upload it to the event record in MAP. If any revisions are needed, contact the SCCA Sanction Department rather than K&K directly.
Region sanction permissions are managed by your Region Executive (RE). Contact your RE and ask them to verify that your Region Sanction Requester permissions are assigned correctly in MAP.
Many types of people autocross. Men, women, young and old are all found at events. Some may not own a racecar so they bring out their daily driver and some hard-core members will bring out vehicles set up specifically for autocross. There will be novices wanting that first experience and veteran road racers keeping their skills sharp. Family and friends compete together. Whoever it is that comes to events they all share a love for motorsports and most of all, the desire to have FUN!
SCCA Academy is the Club’s free online learning platform for active SCCA members. It offers self-paced training covering leadership, event operations, volunteer specialties, competition licensing, safety, and program-specific education. Whether you’re brand new or an experienced volunteer, SCCA Academy helps you build skills and stay informed.
Getting started with SCCA can be surprisingly affordable. Costs vary depending on the program you choose, whether you already own a suitable vehicle, and the type of event you attend. Introductory programs generally have lower equipment and licensing requirements than competitive racing.
Visit the page for the program you’re interested in to learn about entry fees, vehicle requirements, and equipment recommendations.
No. Many SCCA programs allow you to participate using your own street-legal vehicle, while others provide opportunities to rent a race car through independent prep shops. Volunteering is another great way to become involved and experience motorsports without owning a competition vehicle.
Explore SCCA Motorsports Programs to find options that match your interests and vehicle.
Absolutely. Every SCCA event depends on volunteers to help make it happen. Opportunities include specialties such as Flagging & Communications, Grid, Registration, Timing & Scoring, Technical Inspection, Emergency Services, Race Administration, and many others. No previous experience is required for many roles, and training is available to help you get started.
Learn about volunteer opportunities and training through SCCA Volunteer Specialties and SCCA Academy.
SCCA is made up of more than 100 local Regions throughout the United States. Your local Region organizes events, welcomes new members, and provides opportunities to compete, volunteer, and connect with fellow enthusiasts.
Use the SCCA Region Finder to locate the Region that serves your area.
SCCA hosts thousands of events each year across the country. The easiest way to find upcoming events is by searching the SCCA Event Calendar, where you can browse by location, program, or date.
You can also connect with your local Region to learn about events happening in your area.
Membership requirements vary by program. Many SCCA events require an annual membership, while some introductory programs offer weekend memberships or other participation options. Becoming an SCCA member also includes benefits such as member pricing, insurance coverage at sanctioned events, access to member resources, and subscription to SportsCar magazine.
Learn more about SCCA Membership Benefits and Membership Options.