2023 Spring HPDE at Barber Motorsports Park
Event Requirements
Registration closed May 3, 2023 11:59 PM at 2023-05-03T21:59:00-0700 Registration ends May 3, 2023 11:59 PM at 2023-05-03T21:59:00-0700 Registration opens December 15, 2022 12:00 AM at 2022-12-14T22:00:00-0800 Registration runs from December 15, 2022 12:00 AM to May 3, 2023 11:59 PM
In order to attend our event, you must meet the following requirements:
- Have a valid driver's license (if you are under 18 years of age, please see additoinal requirements below)
- Have a Snell 2015 or newer certified helmet (M ratings OK) - No loaner helmets this year!
- Vehicles with integrated retractable factory hardtops (not removable) are not considered convertibles
- Convertibles MUST meet the specifications noted below - No factory roll bars meet the minimum safety standard
- All Instructors MUST be approved by our Chief Instructor, Chris Kniseley
- To download forms and find information for first time attendees, go to the Driver Education section of Heart of Dixie website
- Forms MUST be completed prior to check-in at Barber Motorsports Park
- Vehicles must comply with Barber Motorsports Park 104 dB sound level maximum
- You are responsible for any damages to the Barber Motorsport Park facility and are paid before you leave the track
Minors (under 18):
- You must email the Chief Instructor prior to registration, Chris Kniseley
- Approval of registration for drivers under 18 is at the sole discretion of the organizers
- Any driver under 18 years of age must sign have a parent or legal guardian sign a Minor Waiver form ONSITE at the event
- Parent or legal guardian must remain at Barber Motorsports Park during the event
- No refunds at the event for failing to comply
Convertibles:
Factory Retractable (not removable) Hardtop Convertibles will be allowed (new for 2023)
The Heart of Dixie BMW CCA is required to conform to the National BMW CCA HPDE rules. National will allow convertibles with the following specifications:
- No factory roll bars meet the minimum safety standard
- An SCCA approved 6-point cage with log book
- 5 or 6-point racing harnesses/seat belts
- Arm Restraints are required for cars with a cage and a soft top
- Car must be run with the top in the up or on position
- All entrants with a convertible must contact the Chief Instructor, Chris Kniseley, for approval before registration
- Any questions regarding the use of a convertible MUST be resolved before registration. If you arrive at the track with an unapproved car that does not meet these specifications you will be turned away without a refund.
Tech Inspections:
Have your vehicle tech inspected within 30 days of arriving at the track. Inspections must be performed by a qualified mechanic.
Car Sharing:
- Same run group: First Driver, full price. Second Driver, $150.00.
- Different run group: Both Drivers, each full price.
