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DIVISION REQUIREMENTS

Touring Division
Classes:  T1 (95 MPH), T2 (100 MPH), T3 (105 MPH), T4 (110 MPH)
Tech Speed: 124 MPH

The following are the minimum requirements for the Touring Division:

 A. The Touring Division has a Technical Speed of 124 mph regardless of the safety equipment installed. Any vehicle in the Touring Division exceeding 124 mph will be disqualified.

 B. A 2.5 lb minimum, automotive BC fire extinguisher, with a secure quick-release mounting bracket made of metal, must be mounted within easy reach of driver. The quick release must be taped over to prevent accidental releasing of the latch but not so extensively as to prohibit releasing the latch in the event of an emergency.

 C. Correctly installed factory seat belts in new or like-new condition, OEM or better, is the minimum standard (See: Personal Safety Equipment). Installation and use of a proper 5 or 6 point racing safety harness is highly recommended. If harnesses are installed, the mounting must conform to the Harness Mounting Requirements (See: Personal Safety Equipment), especially the shoulder harness mounting. This will be thoroughly checked at all Tech Inspections.

 D. Helmets & Safety Equipment: (See: Personal Safety Equipment.)

 E. A competition approved Roll Bar for an open vehicle is required unless the vehicle is equipped with “pop-up” roll bars, and recommended for all cars (See: Roll Bar Specifications).

Grand Touring Division
Classes:  GT1 (115 MPH), GT2 (120 MPH), GT3 (125 MPH)
Tech Speed: 140 MPH

The following are the minimum requirements for the Grand Touring Division:

 A. A 2.5 lb minimum, automotive BC fire extinguisher, with a secure quick-release mounting bracket made of metal, mounted within easy reach of driver. The quick release must be taped over to prevent accidental releasing of the latch but not so extensively as to prohibit releasing the latch in the event of an emergency. 

 B. A Five or six-point safety harness system that includes three-inch (3") shoulder and lap belts.  (Exception: 2” shoulder harnesses designed for use with the HANS device or similar devices are permitted. FIA-certified 2” lap belts are also permitted.) The mounting of the harness must conform to the Restraint System Requirements, especially the shoulder harness mounting. This will be thoroughly checked at all Tech Inspections.

 C. Helmets & Safety Equipment: (See: Personal Safety Equipment).

 D. A competition approved Roll Bar for an open vehicle is required, and recommended for all cars (See: Roll Bar Specifications).

 E. A competition approved fire system and fuel cell is recommended. (See: Fuel and Equipment Restrictions, page 18) If a fuel cell is used, an automatic rollover fuel cutoff valve must be used. 

F. Arm restraints are required for open vehicles, and recommended for all vehicles.