AutoSOLOs
AutoSOLOs give budding racers the chance to compete without having the expense of a purpose-built racing car, racewear and a competition licence.
AutoSOLOs give budding racers the chance to compete without having the expense of a purpose-built racing car, racewear and a competition licence.
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2024 AutoSOLO events
Our 2024 AutoSOLOs will take place on 3 March, 22 June and 27 October, all at the historic Goodwood Motor Circuit.
The AutoSolo gave us an amazing chance to drive on Goodwood Motor Circuit for relatively little expense.
Derived from ‘Auto Tests’, AutoSolos are relatively new to the UK, and a form of competitive motorsport that is all about having fun.
Drivers must manoeuvre a standard road car as quickly as possible around a course marked out by a series of numbered cones. Each competitor has three runs, and their best two times are submitted. The course is then run in the reverse direction. During the lunch break, the course is changed and the format of runs is repeated.
At the end of the day, the entrant with the fastest overall time in each class is the winner.
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Results from the 15 October 2023 AutoSOLO
Category |
Winner |
Class A: Vehicles with front wheel drive with an engine capacity less than 2000cc |
Ian Brooks in the Fiat Panda, 544.31 |
Class B: Vehicles with front wheel drive with an engine capacity equal to or more than 2000cc |
Michael Stark in the Ford Fiesta ST, 514.61 |
Class C: Vehicles with rear wheel drive with an engine capacity less than 2000cc |
Christopher Weeks in the Mazda MX5, 523.62 |
Class D: Vehicles with rear wheel drive with an engine capacity equal to or more than 2000cc |
Calvin Coetzee in the BMW M2 Competition, 510.99 |
Class E: Vehicles with four-wheel drive |
Rod Ainscough in the Tesla Model 3, 514.57 |
The Fastest Time of the Day |
Calvin Coetzee in the BMW M2 Competition, 510.99 |
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Highlights from the October 2023 AutoSOLO
All competing vehicles must be driven to the event and must be in a roadworthy condition, with a current MOT (if applicable). Owing to the relatively low speeds, there is no requirement to wear a helmet or race suit.
Entries may be accepted from drivers who are 16 and over without a full driving licence, provided the vehicle used is by definition a ‘touring car’. It’s worth noting that it is often the smaller, more nimble cars that do well rather than the larger, more powerful ones.
All competitors must now hold a minimum of a Motorsport UK RS Clubman licence. These licences are free of charge and will also gain you Motorsport UK member benefits, which help to make motorsport that little bit easier to compete in. Please click here to apply.
I am a member, can I bring an additional driver?
Additional drivers are welcome when sharing a vehicle. Should you wish to bring an additional driver in a second car please contact the Club to check availabilty.
Am I allowed to take a passenger?
A passenger may be carried in the front seat, and must be present on each and every run of your courses. Please note, that to ensure passengers are cover for personal injury, they must also hold a Motorsport UK RS Clubman licence. Please see more information and how to apply under “Suitable cars and Licences”.
Which class will I be in?
Class A: Vehicles with front wheel drive with an engine capacity less than 2000cc
Class B: Vehicles with front wheel drive with an engine capacity equal to or greater than 2000cc
Class C: Vehicles with rear wheel drive with an engine capacity less than 2000cc
Class D: Vehicles with rear wheel drive with an engine capacity equal to or greater than 2000cc
Class E: Vehicles with four wheel drive
Any vehicle with forced induction should multiply the engine capacity by 1.4 (as per the equivalency formula) and then enter into the correct class after this formula has been applied.
The minimum number of entrants in each class is three, below that the class will be amalgamated with another that is most suitable.
All entered cars must be road going. Cars must be driven to the event via the public highway.
What tyres can I use?
Tyres marked for competition or racing use, or manufactured without a full tread pattern may not be used. Tyres from lists 1b or 1c in the Motorsport UK are not permitted.
What are the cancellation terms?
Payment is required on booking. In the event of cancellation by you, no refund will be paid unless the place is refilled. In the event of cancellation by GRRC, a refund will be made less unrecoverable expenses incurred. All refunds will be made entirely at the discretion of GRRC.