| Getting Started - Regulations - Entry Forms |
I've never raced before - what qualifications do I
need?
In order to enter the MR2 Championship you
must obtain a
"Go Racing" pack from the Motor Sport Association (MSA)
which contains a license application form, introductory DVD and
a copy of the Competitors Yearbook. You'll then need to qualify
for a National B Race License, for which you'll be required to
undergo a half days training at one of the
Association of Racing Drivers� Schools (ARDS). There are two
parts to the exam - a written test where you will need to
demonstrate a knowledge of track safety procedures, race day
etiquette and flags, and a practical test where you will be
assessed on your ability to drive around a circuit on the racing
line, hitting entry points, apexes and exits. Finally, you'll
need a basic medical examination.
Once qualified you'll
be able to participate in most national club level races and
attend test days.
Do I need any experience of
trackdays?
No experience is required to start
racing, although some time spent familiarising yourself with
both car and circuit would be extremely beneficial. Don't expect
to find yourself at the front of the grid first time out - take
it easy and learn the ropes from others around you. Consider
getting some professional tuition on a trackday where the
instructor can sit with you in the car, and also attending a
test day where you can practise overtaking and being overtaken!
Where can I get an MR2 race car from?
You can choose to prepare your own car or have it done
professionally for piece of mind.
Rogue
Motorsport can supply you with most required parts (even the
car!), and can prepare as little or as much of your race car
build as you wish. See the Services
page for more details.
There are many road based MR2s
that have been tuned to levels that would require little more
than safety and controlled items adding to be suitable in the
MR2 Super GT series. The MR2 Club forums of
IMOC-UK,
MR2OC and
MR2ROC are an ideal place
to look.
Finally, if you don't want the hassle of
preparing, maintaining and transporting your own race car then
there are options to hire one for individual races or the whole
season. See the Services page for
information.
