Fredericton Motorsport Club

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This is my first event, what should I expect?

Autocross is a low speed motorsport that emphasises car control and handling over raw speed, with the highest speeds rarely hitting 70-80kph.The most popular type of Autocross is Autoslalom, which involves navigating a course laid out with cones. FMC events are normally autoslalom.Costs

$20 for membership, payable separately or with your first event
$50 per track day

A Typical Track Day Looks Like:

9:00 - 9:45 - Registration, Course Setup and Scrutineering

9:45 - 10:00 - Course walks

10:00 - 10:20 - Driver's Meeting, Group Course Walk

10:20 - 12:30 - Test & Tune, School

12:30 - 1:00 - Break

1:00 - 2:30 - Group 1, Competitive/timed runs

2:30 - 4:00 - Group 2, Competitive/timed runs

What do I need to bring with me?

Your car, first off :). If you have a helmet, bring that with you. It must be either a approved SNELL 2015 or ECE R22.05 or newer helmet.If your not sure, bring it along & we can check it for you. If it's not acceptable, no worries, we have loaners you can borrow. Wear tight fitting, closed-toe sneakers. Sandals, even sport sandals, should not be worn.. yes we are talking about your crocs.Remove all loose items in your trunk before heading to teh track. You don't want those rolling around when you're doing your laps.Check your oil level and a full tank of gas is always a good idea, too!

What can I drive?

Most cars are suitable to run autocross, some SUV's and trucks are taller than they are wide, which is not permitted. If you have a question about your vehicle reach out to us here!You do not need a race car, autocross is more fun when you beat the race car times in a stock Mazda Miata!The car must pass a basic safety inspection - Similar to MVI.. please don't leak oil on the track..Electric & Hybrid vehicles are currently not permitted to take part in FMC or ARMS events.

Who can drive?

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

Where are the events held?

FMC holds our events at Speedway 660 in Geary, NB.

Will I hurt my car?

Safety is the top priority when running an autocross event. The course is designed to maximize safety, keep participants away from any obstacles and plenty of room is available if you happen to spin out.The real danger is your race car losing to your friend's Civic.

Ok, I want to join in, how do I start?

Glad to hear it! If you want to join us at an event, the points below will help you get started. If you intend on running, we do ask that you complete your registration a few days in advance, to give us an idea of how many people are planning to attend & take part

Complete your event registration online.
If there's no "Register Now" link here, we don't have any upcoming events. Check back in a couple months, or join us in our Facebook group to see what discussions are going on
Complete the yearly insurance waiver.
All attendees, specators and pasengers are required to complete the insurance waiver.
Top off your car fluids (oil, gas), ensure your tires are properly inflated (or a few pounds more)
If you have a helmet, bring that with you, we'll check it to see if it's acceptable for autocross events
it's also a good idea to pack a light lunch or snack, as the Speedway is about 10m from the closest convenience store - Petro Canada
Head to Speedway 660 the morning of the event (see schedule above).
If you can take part in both the school in the morning and competitive event in the afternoon, it maximizes your track/seat time and lets you get a feel for the sport before you want to get competitive.
When you arrive, drive down Pit Lane to the left of the track. Park in the paddock area, remove any remaining loose items from your car, toss your drivers side mat in the trunk.
Once parked, check in with the organizers. If you completed registration in advance, they'll have a printed copy for you to sign. Payment in advance (by EMT) is also appreciated, but not required.
Keep an ear out for the drivers meeting being called to start. If this is your first event, you'll want to make sure you attend that.
If you can help set up prior to getting started, just ask one of the organizers what you can do to help. This can include moving cones around, checking the track for foreign objects (that might puncture a tire) and occasionally sweeping the track if there's sand pulled up onto the track surface.
At the end of the day, hang around to help clean up the track, pick up cones, check for any items left behind.

Hmm, I Have Other Questions?

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.

How much track time to I get?

We have 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

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.

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