Getting Started in Autocross

If you're just learning about autocrossing we recommend looking at the, FAQ of Autocross by John Crooke, which is hosted from the San Francisco Region of the SCCA.

There is also an excellent Novice Handbook of autocross information which was compiled by Kate Hughes and friends at the Glen Region SCCA.

Want to know what class your car would compete in. Different clubs use different classes and rules but most use the SCCA car classes. The SCCA also has a link that shows the updates to their rules. You can also find some of the new rules and class information at Jerry Mouton site. There are some new classes and they are called Street Touring & Street Modified so be sure to check that site also.

There are a few books that cover the sport of autocrossing. Here is a short review of some of the books.

If you have questions about setting up your car for autocrossing you might try our autocross setup section. One of the best places for you to learn how to adjust your car is featured from the West Texas Region SCCA. A lot of new racing terms and definitions like oversteer and understeer can be explained here.

Yes, you have to work during an autocross. Look at the Course Worker requirements & the Down - Out Pylon Rule.