LPR’s Premier Autocross Program
Autocross is the perfect place to share your driving enthusiasm while safely taking your Porsche and your skills to their limits. Our AX team sets up challenging courses outlined by orange plastic cones on the tarmac. The goal is to run the course in the shortest time possible. Every run is timed electronically with one second added for each cone tipped over. Drivers can measure their progress throughout the day, and enjoy some spirited but friendly competition. Autocross is also a driver education class; there are qualified instructors available at each event to help you learn how to best approach the course.
Information about the 2024 Season
- The AX events are held at various venues
- A limited number of “loaner” helmets will be available
- No deli lunches will be available at the site, and there isn’t any fast food nearby. Bring your own food and water
- Spectators are allowed, but they must sign the SpeedWaiver from motorsportreg, email Dave for a link to the SpeedWaiver.
- In-car instruction is available,and a limited number of first-timers are allowed
- For a donation to the club, Taste of the Track is available
- See Motorsportreg.com for registration and pricing
- Note that there will be a limit of 75 drivers
- Other marques may participate and registration for them opens about two days after the main registration period opens
- Tech inspection begins at 7:15 a.m. The driver’s meeting occurs at 8:35 a.m.
Autocross Frequently Asked Questions
A: AX’s are held at various locations. See the current AX season page to see where each event will be held. Check-in and Tech Inspection is between 7:15 and 8:30am., however it’s a good idea to be early to get your car ready for Tech Inspection, walk the course and help out. The driver’s meeting is at 8:35 a.m.
A: The events are open to PCA members from any region as well as non-member Porsche owners. Must be a licensed driver. Drivers under 18 require additional release forms signed by
both parents. Other marques with prior permission only. Contact AX Chair, Dave Dunwoodie or
ddunwood@me.com. There is a limit of 75 drivers.
A: No, Autocross is the perfect first-time event and AX instructors are available at the event.
A: The cost is per driver, and may be variable. The cost for an AX event has not been determined. LPR encourages drivers to pre-register on
Motorsportreg.com. Note that events will have
limited number of Porsche/PCA member availability.
A: At the various venues, it’s often cold in the morning but can get sunny and warm toward mid-day so wear comfortable layered clothes. You’ll need shoes suitable for driving/walking/running, water, food, a hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses. If you have an Auto(SA), Motorcycle(M) or Karting(K) helmet, Snell 2010 or better, bring it. Helmets built to Snell Foundation Standards or other standards such as FIA 8860, SFI 31.1 and BS6658-85 Type A-FR are approved. If you don’t have a helmet, we have a limited number of loaners. You will need a Driver’s License as a deposit. No lunches are available at the site, and there are NO fast food places nearby.
A: Your Porsche should be in good mechanical condition. No cord showing on the tires, brakes in good condition, no loose wheel bearings or other loose parts. Check your oil and inflate your tires according to your owner’s manual. Ideally, show up with 3/8 tank gas, more is okay, but it’s extra weight. Your car will have to pass a Tech Inspection before you are allowed to race. Click
HERE to view/download the tech inspection checklist.
The most common problem found during Tech Inspection is a loose battery! Forewarned is forearmed!!!
A: Check in at the gate. Park your car. Remove any loose items from your car. Place your car number on your car. Proceed to the tech inspection area. They will get you going and point you in the right direction.
A: Make certain that you show up early enough to WALK THE COURSE. Check out this video from the SCCA about how to walk the course.
https://youtu.be/O-QCsNPnzXQ
A: We get wet! Die-hard autocrossers will run even if there is a light rain. Only when there is standing water, and the track has been deemed unsafe do we clear the track and wait for the puddles to dry up.
A: LPR rules require that ALL cars run with windows down.
Determine your car’s class and the Zone 7 AX rules here,
Zone 7 Rules and Classifications.
To view/download the Tech Inspection checklist click HERE.
