Classes Expanded for 2015 Season

The 2015 competition classing structure has now been agreed and we are pleased to confirm the line-up so that teams can commence preparations for the coming season.

In addition the current line-up, two new main class categories will be introduced for the first time:

• Pocket Rocket Class – to include two  sub classes: Forced Induction and Naturally Aspirated
• Clubman Class – to include two  sub classes: Forced Induction and Naturally Aspirated

We have also removed one sub-class: Club Challenge Naturally Aspirated. This has been provisionally cancelled for the 2015 season, as it’s felt that NA cars can now find a suitable home within our new class structure.

This chart provides a quick reference guide that briefly describes the 2015 class structure.

The white notes within the chart [car modification type] are purely as a guide to the vehicles that loosely fit those classes and are not definitions of what is acceptable.

Time Attack classing uses car specification and driver experience as an initial guide to help define competitor level. However, classing is ultimately categorised using the lap time potential of each car and team. This ensures that our open policy of car modification continues to exist and we encourage, in most instances [not all], continual development of cars within each class with minimal restrictions .

The more a car is modified and tuned, the quicker it should go and therefore, the further up the classing structure it moves – as demonstrated in the chart. This has always been –  and will continue to be – the underpinning  philosophy of Time Attack.

We generally accept each and every type of production-based car and aim to fit them within our structure somewhere relevant to the Championship points table for each category, sub-class and speed on track. We do not operate any power-to-weight scenarios or restrictions on car modification. We have some rules about car specifications – specifically when it comes to safety. If you have questions about what you can or cannot do to your car, you may consult our Chief Scrutineer, having studied our regulations.

Cars can and will be moved between classes during the season – and at our discretion – in accordance with the 5% three-strike ruling (details can be found in the regulations), to ensure that competition remains fair and safe.

There are two routes of entry available for each sub-class:

• Full season Championship entry: To include point scoring, representation on the podium, trophies for first, second and third and overall championship status
• One Hit Wonder entry – our suck it and see option: Eligible for up to three rounds per season, 1st place only class trophy and no championship points

2015 competitor entry prices for all classes have been frozen at the current rates for the coming season.

The provisional 2015 events calendar will be released shortly.

If you would like to receive a copy of our regulations, discuss your entry, get more information on how to enter and find out what it costs and whats involved, Simon Slade is our Championship Coordinator and will be delighted to speak to you and help you get on track. Simon can be contacted on email using the contact us page.