Victorian Mini Club
To foster an interest in the Mini in its various forms and derivatives.
To foster an interest in the Mini in its various forms and derivatives.
Autocross is a speed event on dirt, and less than 2 km in length. You compete with only the driver in the car, and is the track is defined mainly by tyres.
Road cars are perfect to compete in for this format of racing. Cars do not require special roll-over protection. All that's required is a fire extinguisher, second bonnet catch, helment, and the basic CAMS 2S licence. No log books are required; this is a very family-friendly, club-level activity.
Autocross is the perfect way to experience rallying, without the trauma of watching trees and cliffs flash by!
If ever a form of motor sport was designed for a Mini, Autocross would be it. The tracks are very smooth, although sometimes dusty. It's the same as racing at Phillip Island or Winton, but on dirt! However, in one lap of an Autocross track you can pack the same driving experience as four laps at Winton.
The VMCi Autocross season starts in April. There are normally five events at various tracks during the season. The events are listed on the VMCi Calendar.
Different tracks have different rules. For example, the Geelong Motor Sports Complex at Avalon does not allow rally tyres, so road tyres must be used. (The Avalon track is so hard that sometimes the tyres squeal going round corners.)
You will find regulations for each event (called Supplement Regulations or "Supp Regs") attached to the calendar item. The Supp Regs provide full details of the event, and an entry form.
Autocross is value for money. Come and play! Autocross will not disappoint!
Autocross Action from the Boisdale Event. (Click on the slideshow to see larger images.)
Consider helping out at Club motorsport events as an official. This can be both rewarding and educational. Contact the Competition Secretary to find out how you can lend a hand.