Who May Register for PCA-SDR Autocross Events:

- PCA-SDR autocross participation is limited to PCA members, but members of the BMWCCA or SCCA club's will be permitted under certain conditions. See BMWCCA/SCCA section below.
- If you own a Porsche, you can join PCA. Visit the PCA-SDR website at http://www.pcasdr.org and click the “JOIN PCA TODAY!” link at the bottom of the home page.

PCA-SDR Autocross Experience Requirements:

- Drivers with fewer than 4 autocrosses with PCA-SDR are required to pre-register for autocrosses on pcasdr.motorsportreg.com.
- No one with fewer than 4 autocrosses is permitted to register on the day of the event.
- If you have fewer than 4 autocrosses with PCA-SDR, you are required to have an Instructor.
- Experienced autocrossers new to a PCA-SDR autocross event will require an Instructor check-ride, irrespective of your driving history with other regions. This is a safety issue to ensure participants understand PCA-SDR rules.

BMWCCA/SCCA:

- Drivers from the BMWCCA or SCCA clubs are invited to register for the event. Proof of current membership in good standing will be required on the day of event Without a valid membership card (paper or electronic), you will be turned away and charged the $95 late cancellation fee.
- Register in the 'X' class for the event and bring a completed 2026 PCA-SDR Tech Inspection Sheet.

Helmets Are Required:

SNELL Helmets stamped 2015 will only be accepted until June 30, 2026 after July 1, 2026 SNELL 2015 helmets will not be acepted

- A limited number of loaner helmets are available at the trailer at a cost of $10.

- Snell 2020 and 2025 helmets are accepted and require a helment inspection sticker that can be obtained at Tech inspection if you do not already have one

PCA-SDR Tech Inspection:

- You are required to bring your PCA/BMWCCA/SCCA membership card and a completed 2026 PCA-SDR Tech Inspection Sheet to the Tech Inspection Team at the event. Your Porsche Car Class must be listed on the Tech Inspection form. See Zone 8 Classification instructions that follow.
- Tech Inspection opens at 6:30 AM. Have your Tech Sheet filled out and signed. When you pre-register, if you have never driven with PCA-SDR, you will be given a Driver number. This number must be on your car when you arrive at Tech Inspection. You will also need to show your PCA member card.
- There is a $20 late fee if not in line by 7:15 AM and if there is an emergency situation that keeps you from this please let us know so we can discuss next steps. Tech Inspection is closed at 7:30 AM.
- Immediately after Tech Inspection, turn in your completed form at the nearby registration table to receive your run group sticker and wristband.

Required: Zone 8 Car Classification

- PCA-SDR requires that you classify your car in the PCA Zone 8 system. See Car Classification instructions below.
- Non-Porsche Cars are classified as "X" Class and do not have to be classified in this system, but the tech registration form is required and can be downloaded here 2026 PCA-SDR Tech Inspection Sheet.

Porsche Car Classification Instructions: Classify your car at the following link: https://classification.zone8.org/

NOTE: You must use the new 2026 PCA-SDR tech sheet for this event and going forward. 2026 PCA-SDR Tech Inspection Sheet

Driver Number:

- If you have never driven with PCA-SDR, a Driver number will be assigned when you pre-register. You may request a number when you register and it may be assigned to you if available.
- This number will be your Driver number for use at all PCA-SDR Autocross events.
- There are different Driver numbers assigned for our Time Trial Series. Your autocross Driver number may or may not be available in the SDR Time Trial series.
- To retain your autocross Driver number, you must participate in at least one PCA-SDR autocross event per calendar year. If this requirement is not met, the number can be re-assigned to another driver.

Zone 8 Competition Rules, PCA-SDR Standing Rules:

- Zone 8 Competition Rules and PCA-SDR Standing Rules apply at all PCA-SDR events and are available at: https://www.zone8.org/events/rules/current.php and https://www.pcasdr.org/s/PCA-SDR-StandingRules.pdf.

- 2026 Championship Rules:

* Starting with the 2026 season, X class drivers will be awarded season points for each event, and competitive trophies will be awarded at the end of the season.

* To be eligible for a year-end award, drivers must participate in at least 51% of the qualifying events for that year in that class. For the 2026 season, we have eight point-scoring events so you need to participate in at least five.

* To calculate the total season championship points, of the eight point-scoring events, one lowest-point event will be "thrown out". In other words, we will add up the top seven events.

* The last event of the year is the "other car" event. There are no points awarded for the Dec 6 autocross.

PCA-SDR Required Insurance Waiver:

- All autocross participants and guests, including minors, are required to sign the PCA-SDR Insurance Waiver.

Schedule:
6:30 AM - Tech Inspection Opens - be prepared to show your PCA/BMWCCA/SCCA membership card and your driver license and have your car number on your car (6 inch height minimum, 1 inch stroke width, contrasting color). Take your signed/completed tech form to the nearby registration table and receive your arm band and run group sticker.

7:00 AM - Trailer Walk-Up Registration Opens. Anyone with fewer than 4 autocross events with PCA-SDR is NOT permitted to register on the day of the event. There is a $30 late fee for walk-ups. Pre-register using the on-line pcasdr.motorsportreg.com system and save time as well as money.
7:15 AM - Late Fee of $20 is applied if your car is not in Tech Inspection line by 7:15am. If you have an emergency the day of and cannot get in line by that time please let us know and we can discuss next steps
7:45 AM - Tech Inspection Closes.

8:00AM - Track walk and sweep
8:30 AM - Mandatory Driver's Meeting and Student/Instructor pairings are announced.

9:00 AM - Parade laps and Practice Sessions Begin.
2:00 PM (approx) - Timed Runs Begin.
5:00 PM (approx) - Timed Runs Finished, Track Closed, Pick Up Track and Trailer area.
5:30 PM (approx) - Awards ceremony.

Please note: NICU Amphitheater has a 100 decibel maximum which is enforced at the event by a portable sound meter. If your car exceeds 100 dB, you will be asked to leave the event and you will NOT receive a refund.

Questions:

AX Pre-Registration: preregax@pcasdr.org
AX Chief Driving Instructor: cdiax@pcasdr.org
AX Chair: ax@pcasdr.org
Tech Advisor: techinspectionax@pcasdr.org
More information: www.pcasdr.org click Resources, click Autocross

Name	Vehicle	Hometown	Sponsor
Shawn Flanagan		Escondido, CA
Jeff Tholen		San Diego, CA