Aussie Racing Cars Super Series

2013STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES

To be read in conjunction with the CAMS National Competition Rules, Race Meeting Standing Regulations, the event specific Supplementary Regulations, Further Regulation & Driver Briefing Notes

Start procedure.

  • The one minute board will be displayed in the marshalling area. When releasedall cars will exit the marshalling area and then complete a formation lap to the grid with the pole position driver leading. Passing is only allowed to maintain formation.
  • Any driver who is delayed leaving the marshalling area at the start of the formation lap may not overtake another moving vehicle if their vehicle was stationary at the start of the formation lap and must start the race from the rear of the field.
  • Any car requiring external assistance at the start of the formation lap, as determined by the Race Director, will start the race from the rear of the grid.
  • When all cars are in correct grid positions at completion of the formation lap the starter will give a five second signal after which time the red light(s) will be turned on.
  • Race start is signalled by the extinguishing of the red light(s)
  • Marshals with yellow flags may be positioned at regular intervals on the side of the grid. These marshals will indicate if an incident occurs or a car stalls either prior to the start or immediately following the start. The marshal closest to the incident and the marshals preceding the incident shall wave a yellow flag to warn drivers.
  • Any driver not following the correct start procedure may be liable to a pit lane penalty as determined by the Race Director and/or the matter referred to the Stewards of the Meeting.

False starts

The position of the front wheels in relation to the grid line will be a determining factor in respect to a false start.

  • Automobiles must be stationary with the front wheels on or behind the grid line at the time of the start signal.
  • The Automobiles must also be correctly placed on the grid in respect to their lateral position.
  • The minimum penalty for a false start shall be 5 seconds added to the automobile’s race time

Practice & Qualifying

  • Practice starts are not permitted
  • Practice and Qualifying. The session will commence as soon as the vehicles are released from the marshalling area. Vehicles are not required to stop on the grid unless directed.

Pit lane

  • A pit lane speed limit of 40 km/h will apply at all times.
  • Pit lane penalties will generally be drive through penalties. However, be prepared to stop if so directed by an official. No work may be carried out on the vehicle during a pit lane drive through penalty.
  • Ensure that all personnel in pit lane are correctly attired and have the correct passes and are of a minimum age of 16 years
  • Automobilesmust not cross the blend line when entering or exiting the pits

Driving standards

Drivers must abide by the CAMS Code of Driving Conduct.

The following matters are brought to your attention.

  • Weaving on the straight is not permitted. The straight is for overtaking, not for blocking.
  • Consistent blocking by driving up to the inside of corners is not authorised save at the end of a race when some discretion may be tolerated.
  • If you wish to go off the usual racing line, care must be taken so as not to interfere with a car attempting to overtake. Once committed to an alternative line, you must remain there.
  • When overtaking the onus, in general, is on the driver behind to complete the manoeuvre safely. Do not expect the car in front to give way if you are not far enough past. You must give racing room!
  • If you go off the track, care must be taken before rejoining to ensure you do not interfere with other drivers.
  • Forceful driving, such as deliberately pushing cars off the track will not be tolerated.
  • The Race Director/Clerk of the Course may elect to use the bad sportsmanship flag as a warning if he considers drivers are not respecting the Driving Code, or refer the matter to the Stewards of the Meeting.
  • Driving over the kerbs and bringing dirt on to the track may result in the car being black flagged by the Race Director for a pit lane penalty and/or the driver being referred to the Stewards of the Meeting. In practice/qualifying all times recorded prior to the pit lane penalty being served may be disallowed.

Flag signals

It is the drivers’ responsibility to observe the flag signals and act accordingly.

  • Be aware of signals being displayed from starter’s podium at all times.
  • Slow in the yellow flag zone and do not overtake until having passed the green flag.
  • During red flag periods slow as much as possible and be prepared to stop. No overtaking is allowed. Beware of officials and service vehicles on the circuit.
  • The Black Flag and other flags may be displayed at another point around the track in addition to the starter’s box

Safety Car

  • All drivers are reminded of the Safety Car procedures that apply to the Series, as per the RMSR and Sporting Regulations. The following matters are brought to your attention
  • Slow and do not overtake as soon as the yellow flags and SC boards are displayed.
  • All automobiles must form up in a 2X2 formation and not more than 3 car lengths behind the automobile in front with the lead automobile on the pole position side of the circuit
  • Beware of officials and service vehicles on the circuit especially at the incident site.
  • When the safety car withdraws the lead car must maintain the speed of the Safety Car when it withdrew.
  • All automobiles must maintain this formation until they have crossed the control line
  • All laps behind the Safety Car are counted as race laps.

Other issues

  • If involved in an incident which may lead to a Stewards Inquiry do not leave the circuit without the permission of the Stewards. If in doubt, ask.
  • At the completion of each practice session and race all vehicles will cease racing and proceed to the circuit exit. Do not enter pit lane.
  • Be aware that official vehicles may be moving on the circuit at any point.

Attire

Please ensure that all persons in pit lane or working on the vehicle in the paddock are correctly attired with a minimum shorts, closed shoes and a short sleeve shirt.

Ian Mayberry

Race Director

cc:Stewards of the meeting

Secretary of the meeting

Clerk of Course