Autocross is an inexpensive and safe way to participate in competitive motorsports. Further, it is one of the best ways to learn car control in a safe and controlled environment. There is probably no better way to learn braking, throttle control, clutch control, steering, and smoothness than participating in an autocross event.  It is also a great way to enjoy your car and get a better feel for all that it can do.

In general, any safe, street legal vehicle can compete without any significant modifications, but Peachstate Region has different classes for different levels of car modification. Any driver with a valid driver's license, and who signs the Waiver of Liability may participate in the autocross.  Drivers under 18 must have a parent or legal guardian sign the Waiver of Liability for Minors.   No racing license or prior experience is required.

The entry fee will be $35 for PCA members, $45 for non-members. Passengers, except qualified PCA instructors, are not allowed on the course.

Autocross is a timed, solo competition - there is no wheel to wheel racing involved, as cars are sent out one at a time, or at least spaced out so that they should not come into any contact with each other. Autocross courses are laid out with various types of technical turns, straights, and slaloms and some courses allow for speeds perhaps as much as 70mph in large lots or on airport runways.

Autocross courses are laid out using plastic traffic cones that won't hurt your car if they are bumped or hit. However, a two- second time penalty per cone will be charged for disturbing cones, meaning, knocking them  outside of their chalk-outlined base position.

If you're new to autocross, Peachstate does a beginner’s class in March or April.  This includes classroom as well as driving exercises.  You are also welcome to come out during the year even if you haven’t been through the school.  We have qualified instructors who are happy to ride along with you for some or all of your runs. We also offer a selection of helmets for $5 rental to those who don’t have, or forget to bring their own. Most drivers prefer to bring their own for fit and hygiene reasons.