How to get started in Rallycross. (If you've seen it on Top Gear and are interested!)

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Step 1. Get a race licence from the MSA. A Non-Race National B is the entry level licence MSA Licence Application Form (click here)

Step 2. Join a club BTRDA (click here) MDA (click here) LHMC (click here)

Step 3. Get a car. The easiest and often cheapest way is to buy a second hand one. There are often cars for sale on e-bay, and most of the rallycross websites have for sale sections. However if you would like to build your own, the regulations are available to download from the BTRDA & MDA website. This forum is also a good place to come for advice and information.

Step 4. Get a race suit, helmet, gloves etc Demon Tweeks is a good place to start to look for what you want, but shop around for the best deals

Step 5. Get out on the track and go race.

It's as simple as that!


The usual entry level classes are Stockhatch or Minicross, and you can be out racing in these classes for around £2000.
If you have a bigger budget and some experience you could start off in the Supermodified or Suzuki Swift classes

If you have any questions feel free to ask, either on here, or pop along to a race meeting and have a word with the drivers, they will be more than willing to help out with advice and info.