What is the Fredericton Motorsports Club?

Welcome to the home of the Fredericton Motorsports Club. Based in Fredericton, NB. Originating at the University of New Brunswick in the 70's, the club continues the tradition of making motorsports accessible to anyone, new and old alike, with members being car driving enthusiasts interested in friendly competition.

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what is autocross

Autocross is a low speed motorsport that emphasizes car control and handling over raw speed. The most popular type of Autocross is Autoslalom, which involves navigating a course laid out with cones. Only one competitor is on course at a time.

Who can participate?

Anyone with a valid driver's license and who is a member of an Atlantic Region Motorsports Club. Membership of the Fredericton Motorsports Club is open to anyone

What are the requirements and limitations on the car I can use to compete?

Cars must be able to pass a basic safety inspection. Suspension components, tires, brakes, seatbelts and any other components related to safety must be in proper working order. The battery must be securely tied down and all bodywork be securely fastened. The car must also not be leaking any fluids. Vehicles with a high center of gravity, such as SUVs, trucks, and minivans are not permitted. Vehicles such as motorcycles, ATVs, golf carts and other recreational vehicles are also not permitted.

How do I prepare for competition?

Check the fluid levels in you car and top them up if they are low. Check your tires to ensure they are at the recommended pressures and are not showing unsafe wear. Some competitors prefer to add additional pressure but this should be done at the event. Ensure your battery is tied down securely. Remove any loose items from your car, including floor mats. Pack a lunch. Bring sunscreen and bug spray. Bring your helmet if you have one.

Is any special safety equipment required?

Yes. You must wear a SNELL M2005 or higher helmet during competition. The club has loaner helmets if you don't have one, but currently they cannot be shared amongst entrants - once you borrow it, it's yours for the day.

How much does it cost?

We do our best to keep costs down for our members. As of the 2021 season, a number of costs have gone up, so we've had to adjust a bit from previous years. Where previously we would only charge $20 for each of the morning & afternoon sessions, this year we have settled on $40 for the day, whether you run 1 session or two.

I have a 1988 Topaz. Should I even bother?

Yes! You can have fun doing autocross in pretty much any car. Your goal should be to learn how to better handle your car and improve on your own times. Don't worry about what anyone else is driving or how fast they are going.

How much track time to i get?

A few years ago (2017), we switched to 2 sessions per day for all events - a morning school session / test & tune, then afternoon timed, competitive runs.

Members are encouraged to join us for the morning, to practice their skills, tweak their setup, and enjoy the day - we've seen some drivers get in -12- runs in the morning!

In the afternoon, we ensure each member gets 4 timed runs, and time permitting, will extend that to 6 runs, with runs varying from 50-80 seconds in length. The number of runs is often influenced by the number of attendees per event, as well as weather & scheduling