Autocross 101 | Introduction to Autocross
Sunday, May 18

We are teaming up with Fox Valley Sports Car Club to bring in some of the most experienced autocross instructors to prepare you for your first autocross event!

What is autocross? Autocross is a timed race from point A to point B. No wheel to wheel racing, you against the clock. Hitting a cone or going off course will add time to your final run time. There is classing so you are competing against other similar vehicles. Big horsepower numbers aren't required to be fast in this sport. Tires, suspension, and seat time are the biggest advantages.

What vehicles can autocross? Pretty much anything. We have had Honda Fits, Dodge Vipers, and anything in between. Convertibles require roll over protection.

What do you need to bring? DOT or Snell approved helmet, closed toed shoes, and a open mindset. Guarantee you will learn something new, and if you didn't, you get tons of seat time. This day will have classroom time explaining grip and string theory, identify how to approach corners, the importance of looking ahead, taking several different corner types in the parking lot, and some track time on the actual track! USAIR is special because it can host both road course and parking lot scenarios. Drivers will get to experience both so you are prepared for your next event!

Day Schedule:
8 AM | Gates Open
9 AM | Classroom Time
10 AM - 12 PM | Hot Track
!2 PM - 1 PM | Lunch Break
1 PM - 3 PM | Hot Track