PCA Cimarron Region 2023 AutoX Schedule

New to AutoX?  

This is a great opportunity to learn more about your cars handling in a controlled environment.  AutoX events are timed parking lot sized cone course events that are focused on handling and precision.  They are less intense than HDPE track events, but extremely fun.   Only one car is on the course at a time, eliminating any possibility of contact and each driver proceeds at their own pace and competes against their own times as well as those of other drivers.  Any PCA members are welcome to observe or participate in these events. Instruction is provided for newcomers and any new driver is allowed 3 extra practice laps before the session begins.     

Welcome back to AutoX!  We are excited to get things kicked off for the 2022 season.  New and or helpful information for this year includes the following: 

• This year there will be a total of 1 practice session, 9 counting sessions, and 2 makeup sessions (for weather cancellations).  

                           o   In order to qualify for rankings (and to qualify for the 2022 PCA  

                                AutoX Gift) a driver needs to attend a minimum of 6 counting 

                                sessions this season.  

• PCA membership is required to participate in autocross.

• Current / valid driver’s license is required to participate. 

•  Non-Porsche vehicles can be driven, but the times do not count toward overall standings. 

• Each session will continue to cost $10 cash for each car run.  
  •  If it is your first time participating, the $10 fee will be waived. 

• If you drive, you are expected to assist with course work on the opposite run group as able. 

• An automotive helmet must be worn to participate. 
  •  If you do not have a helmet and are not sure if you want to commit yet, we have several loaner helmets available. 

• Unlike HPDE (Track) events, you do not need a tech inspection to participate in PCA AutoX.  

                        o    However, it is each driver’s responsibility to ensure that their vehicle is in

                               good working order, especially tires and suspension.   

                        o   Please do not bring a vehicle that is actively leaking oil, as it could cause a

                              significant safety risk to other drivers.  

                        o   Although not required, it is a good idea to ensure that your brake fluid is

                              less than 12 months old, and DOT4 fluid is generally recommended for 

                              longer courses.  

• Following Board discussion, the PCA tire treadwear rules will be applicable this year.   

                       o   Any car running tire(s) with a treadwear equal to or less than 140 will incur 

                            a 2 second penalty on each run made.   

                       o   Tire inspections will not be performed.  Please use the honor system.  

                            A non-exhaustive list of some popular tires is below.    

•  7:30AM set-up with drivers meeting / course walk-around at 8:00AM.  All drivers are required to participate in the walk around and attend the subsequent safety meeting in order to compete in the event