Once you have joined a club, you will be able to compete at any club event run by that club, or to which that club is invited. If you are planning on competing in the British Autotest Championship, you will need to apply for a basic RACMSA (RAC Motor Sports Association) competition licence. This will cost £15, and is the most basic competition licence you can get. Drivers need not hold a UK driving licence to compete at club level. See the comment in ‘what age can I start’ section.

What age can I start at

From the age of 14 drivers can enter the ‘production car autotest’. This is a class for standard road saloon cars, driven to the event (not by the 14 year old!) under 1400cc. These drivers must have a full UK driving licence holder, as a passenger, in the car with them throughout the event.

From the age of 16, drivers can enter an event, as long as the car is a road saloon car under 1400cc. Drivers without a UK driving licence can also enter this class.

Can I use someone else’s car

With the permission of the car’s owner, one car can be used by as many competitors as you wish. In practice, it becomes difficult for more that 6 or so drivers to use the same car, as time will run out for all drivers to get all their runs competed. For many competitors, car sharing proves to be a cost effective way to take on the sport. This can often allow a group of friends, or car club to have a dedicated autotest car.

Where can I get help and advice

The best point is the Yahoo group. There are many keen autotesters in the forum, who will always be happy to offer help and advice. There is a link on the home page to join the yahoo group. Failing that, you can contact ADCS’s Chairman : domshanahan@googlemail.com

What can I do if I don’t want to compete

There are many local clubs, who are always keen to get new people involved in the sport. All the organisers support their clubs and events on a voluntary basis. There are always requirements for marshals, time keepers and other official roles at events. Contact your local club (links on the home page) or go along to an event, and speak to some of the organisers.

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