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Performance Racing League Rules and Regulations 2008

Updated June 3, 2008

 

1.   Purpose

 

1.1 2008 Racing Rules

The Performance Racing League (PRL) Series are conducted in accordance with the following Rules and Regulations. Supplementary regulations may be issued prior to, or at, an individual event. Venue Development, Inc. (VDI) reserves the right to change the schedule of events, penalties, race lengths and race results in the interest of fairness and improvement of the event. Officials of VDI may exclude any driver from competition for violations of the rules, or for driving that, in VDI’s opinion, is inconsistent with fair and safe competition.

1.2  2008 Series Perspective

The PRL series is intended to operate with the perspective that good race drivers:
1.  Bring the race car back in the same condition in which it began the day.
2.  Race as hard as they can and give no quarter, but concede when beaten (into the corner, or at the end of the race), in a sportsman-like manner.
3.  Improve technique and skill.
4.  Don't think winning is everything - doing their best and pursuing perfection behind the wheel is the best reward.
5.  Climb out of the car grinning.

1.3 Eligibility

The series is open to invited marques.  Drivers must be graduates of three PDS or Viper Days events, graduates of other professional racing schools, and/or drivers with previous race experience who, in the judgment of the Race Committee, demonstrate the skill to compete in a racing event. All drivers who do not possess a valid race license from an accredited race series must successfully complete the one day PRL Race School, and will also be required to run in a PDS or Viper Days event for their first  event. The PRL Advanced Driver Program will be offered at specific events throughout the 2008 season and is required for all new racers.

Drivers may run in one class only. The first race attended during the season determines the driver’s class for that season unless the driver arranges to change classes permanently.

                The drivers present at an event will vote on any new driver(s) for their approval to allow them to race.  A discussion and subsequent vote will be held without the new driver(s) being present.  That driver will start in the rear of his first two races unless the drivers vote for him to race in his or her qualifying position.

                A VRL driver cannot run in the Michelin Challenge Series with their race car. However if they want additional track time they must pay for a second entry and their times will not be counted towards MCS.

                If a VRL driver has a second car and wants to participate they must pay a second entry and can compete in MCS.

The PRL and/or VDI reserves the right to exclude at any time any driver it considers insufficiently experienced or unsafe.

1.4 Race Structure

The PRL series is a race series designed to entertain the assembled drivers and other guests. It will typically be run on Saturday and Sunday.

PDS instructors and PRL drivers not participating in the race that weekend will act as observers/coaches, if asked, at all racing activities and will offer driver evaluations after each session. Drivers are expected to continually develop their skills in a very competitive racing program, yet at the same time benefit from this coaching.

All PRL entrants are required to register fourteen (14) days in advance of an event and participate in the entire two-day event including all drivers meetings and pertinent track sessions.

 

 

 

 

 

1.5 General Conduct

Race drivers and guests, family members, crewmembers, and spectators shall conduct themselves according to the highest standards of behavior and sportsmanship, particularly in relationship with their competitors and VDI representatives.  Drivers are responsible for the behavior and guests, family members, crewmembers and spectators attending a VDI event in their company ("participants").  Drivers are also responsible for timely attendance at all driver meetings. Failure to attend a meeting will result in the loss of their grid spot and will start in the rear.

 

1.52 Sportsmanship

a. All drivers will conduct themselves in a professional manner.  The VDI staff, all officials, other drivers, crew or guests will tolerate no verbal or physical abuse.  Failure to comply will result with an appearance before the Stewards of the Meet where your actions will be dealt by any of the following: a verbal warning, probation, suspension, and loss of points for day or event or season.

b. Any driver who does a burn out, hole shot or donuts on hot pit row or the race track will receive a thirty-five (35) point’s penalty for that event. 

 

1.53 Legal Releases

All competitors, guests, family members, crewmembers and spectators must sign all releases as required by VDI representatives and or track officials. Failure to comply will result in their dismissal and removal from track property.

 

1.54 Drivers Responsibility

All drivers are responsible for the conduct of there crew chief and crew members.

Your Crew Chief must be present three minutes before the race and standing next to your car. They must be wearing a crew shirt matching your cars colors or car number visible for Race Officials to be able to locate same. 

NO driver will show his video to anyone if there has been contact during that race.  It will be reviewed by the stewards first.

 

1.55 Crew Responsibility

Crew Chief must be present three minutes before the race and standing next to car. They must be wearing a crew shirt matching the cars colors or a car number that is readable for Race Officials to be able to locate same.  

All crew members must stay off hot pit road during PRL sessions unless their car is entering the pits.

All crew members will conduct themselves in a professional manner. Failure to comply will result in an appearance before the Stewards of the Meet.

NO crew chief or crew member will show his driver’s video to anyone if there has been contact during that race.  It will be reviewed by the stewards first.

 

1.6 General Rules

These Race Rules augment the Performance Driving School (PDS) General Rules and Regulations.

2.   Entries

2.1 Late Entry

For the PRL, payment and confirmation of entry must be received at least two weeks (14 days) prior to an event. Late entry will be an additional $100.00 fee and complete payment must be received before entry on the track.  This supersedes the PDS General Rules and Regulations.

2.2 Awards

Trophies will be given to the first three overall finishers, in each class. (1^st, 2^nd & 3^rd). Additional trophies may be given at the discretion of the PRL and VDI. Trophies may not be available at the event. There will be no trophies unless there are three cars in the class.

 

2.3 Points and Scoring

See "PRL - Race Season / Points System" in appendix.

2.4 Car Numbers

No cars may have the same number. Car numbers are assigned by the PRL based on number of years in series and request date.

2.5 Sponsor & Contingency Sponsor Decals

Decals must be displayed for each sponsor that the competitor takes bonus points. League sponsor decals will also be required as part of eligibility for series. A list and all required decals are available from the Chief Tech Inspector. Failure to display the appropriate decals will result in the loss of all bonus points for that event. If no decals are available the driver is exempted for that event.

3.   Licensing & Fees

3.1  Competition License

                A committee appointed by VDI shall issue a Competition License based on the driving experience and record of the entrant, and other subjective considerations determined to be relevant by the committee. The Competition License permits the holder to apply for competition in any race group event sponsored by VDI. The Race Committee reserves the right at any time, in its sole and absolute discretion, to refuse or revoke the entrant's Competition License, without having to give a reason. The fee for said license is $100.00 annually.

3.2  PRL Log Book

A  logbook will be issued to each driver along with his or her Competition License. See rules for class specific information about your logbook.

3.3  Technical Inspections

Prior to each event, a PRL and/or VDI Technical inspection representative shall complete a physical inspection of each car entered. Each entrant shall have a completed and signed off logbook and shall present such form in person to the PRL and/or VDI Tech representative at the time the physical inspection is made. At that time the PRL and/or VDI Tech representative shall ask the entrant various questions about the condition of and equipment on the car and verify with the entrant as to which class the car shall be entered in for the race series. PRL and VDI assume no responsibility for the car's condition or ability to participate.

All cars must pass tech inspection before going onto the track.

At any time during the weekend the Tech representative can require a car to be brought to the tech area for further inspection. Any vehicle found to be willfully out of compliance may cause the driver to receive a lifetime suspension or a monetary penalty may be assessed. Further the driver may be disqualified from that event and total points earned to date may be forfeited. 

3.4  Med+Stats

Med+Stats is a mandatory safety program and must be worn at all times. MED+STATS is required to be noted on your helmet and car at all events.  MED It is required for your protection in case of an accident on the track or in the pits. The renewal fee is $15.00 annually; the first time fee for new Med+Stats is $35.00. All crew members must wear Med+Stats at all times.

Each driver must present a completed bi-annual physical to PRL and/or VDI prior to the first race they participate in. This form is provided but other sanctioning body forms are accepted.

3.5  Driver Bio's

The PRL and/or VDI will provide a "Driver Bio" form for completion by all drivers. This information will be on our web site and utilized in promotional materials throughout the year. Photos will be taken at the first event and subsequent events until a consistent pose/photograph for all is accomplished. Failure to complete the "Driver Bio" will result in loss of sponsor and bonus points until completed and submitted to VDI staff. This must be updated every two years or will be deleted.

 

4.  Classifications

 

4.1 Schedule of Classifications

The GT-1, GT-C, GT-MC, GT-4, GT-6 and GT-8+ Car Specifications are integral part of these Rules, describes the various modifications allowed and safety equipment required for competing in the PRL Race Series.

 

VRL Series Eligible Cars:

GT-1 – Any Viper that is not a Competition Coupe - See class specific rules for specifics  

GT-C – Any Viper Competition Coupe - See class specific rules for specifics        

GT-MC – Any modified Viper Competition Coupe - See class specific rules for specifics  

PRL Series Eligible Cars:

GT-4 – Any production four cylinder car subsequent to tech inspection approval

                GT-6 – Any production six cylinder car subsequent to tech inspection approval

 

                GT-8+ Any production eight or more cylinder car subsequent to tech inspection approval

4.2 Entrant Responsible for Proper Classification

Even though a PRL and/or VDI Tech representative shall physically inspect each car, proper classification of the car is the responsibility of the entrant. Failure to enter the proper class shall result in immediate disqualification from the event, and no points shall be awarded for that event, regardless of actual finishing place.

Intentional falsification of any technical inspection forms or other written or verbal representations made to PRL and/or VDI representatives, or attempts to hide, conceal, or otherwise disguise the equipment or modifications made to a car, or the safety equipment required to be in the car or worn by the driver, or any other acts of dishonesty or untruthfulness will not be tolerated. Any vehicle found to be willfully out of compliance may cause the driver to receive a lifetime suspension or a monetary penalty may be assessed. Further the driver may be disqualified from that event and total points earned to date may be forfeited.

A race car can only race in the class it is qualified for.

 

4.25   Sharing Data

The Chief tech can request and must be allowed to copy any and all Motec or DRB data for the sole purpose of establishing or verifying parameters, guide lines and rules observation. Failure to due so will disqualify the driver from that event and possibly not be allowed to participate in future events such data is surrendered.

4.3 Falsification of Class

Any driver who intentionally misrepresents his vehicle may be subject to the following:

1. A lifetime suspension from the PRL.
2. Forfeiture of any points accumulated during that event.
3. No refund will be given if the driver decides not to participate in that event.

5.  Race Format

5.1 PRL Race

PRL race competitors must possess a Competition License. Each competitor is placed in a starting grid based on either recorded practice lap times or qualifying times. A pace car is used to start the race.

Once the green flag falls, the race generally lasts 20-50 minutes, with the winner determined by which driver completes the most laps. Points are awarded depending on finishing place, by car class, for all competitors. Trophies are awarded to the first three overall finishers per class, when three or more vehicles compete in a given class. See "PRL - Race Season / Points System".

Each competitor must display all required sponsor stickers during the event. Failure to display said decals will result in the loss of bonus points, prize money (if available) and trophies. A list of all required sponsors and sponsor decals is available from the Chief Tech Inspector.

Racers must be PRL qualified to compete in the National Points Series.

A drivers meeting will be held prior to each race. Every driver is required to attend. Crew chiefs are highly recommended to attend with driver.  If a driver misses the drivers meeting roll call, they will start in the back of the grid for the next race. The PRL reserves the right to cancel or change the driver’s meeting time.  Every attempt will be made to inform all drivers through announcements and personal visits if a change is necessary. Official roll call will take place within five minutes of the race meeting time.

5.12  Event Schedule

                The event schedule for 2008 PRL events will generally be as follows:

                Friday – Test and Tune based on schedule provided that day (if available)

Saturday – Practice, Qualify, Race and Practice

Sunday – Practice, Practice and Race

5.15  Hardship Laps

Hardship laps may be granted by the Chief Steward for a legitimate reason. They will be 1 or 2 laps only and will not be in the session immediately before the race.  The driver MUST perform all hardship laps. No one may replace the driver for hardship laps.

5.2  Rain Policy

PRL and/or VDI sanctioned race events will be run in the rain.  It is up to the driver’s discretion as to whether they race or not.  All required safety equipment to race in the rain must be installed.

5.3  Hot Pit Speed Limit

The PRL and/or VDI will impose a speed limit of 35 mph. The pit row will be electronically monitored at all times. A speeding infraction will result in a stop and go. If the driver does not stop when flagged by the Chief Steward, at the end of the hot pit row, they will be black flagged while on the track and then must return to the pits for a stop and go.

5.35  Pit Safety

When any race car comes into the hot pit row during a race and is required to be jacked up, it is mandatory that a jack stand be placed under the car for safety. The driver MUST exit the car if there is refueling.  Passengers must be inside the car, in an approved seat, anytime the car is moving.

 5.4  Video

All race cars will have a video camera (or cameras) mounted securely. Cameras will be operable for both the Qualifying and Race sessions. All video tapes will be marked with car # and Driver name before event starts. Failure to have an operational camera (or cameras) will prevent the car from being eligible to race, unless approved by the Chief Steward. The camera (or cameras) must have a battery that will enable it to run for more than one hour. Any car that can not produce a video tape, camera and RGB cables, when requested by the PRL and/or VDI, will lose all points from their finish.  If both drivers in an incident cannot produce an operating video, and no others are available, both drivers will receive a penalty.  If the penalized driver does not have an operating video he or she will have NO grounds for an appeal. The SOM need these cameras, tapes and RGB cables to make a determination as to the cause of an incident. The failure to produce such camera, tape and cables is a hindrance to the safety and rules enforcement of the PRL. The PRL and/or VDI can request your camera, tape and cables at any time during the event for review.

5.5  Radio Systems

All race cars will have a radio system for communication with their crew and the safety staff.  Radios will be utilized for both qualifying and race. This radio should be battery powered and NOT hard wired into the car's electrical system. The system should be operable even if the power is turned off to the car. PRL and/or VDI will assist drivers in getting a crew person to man the radio. The radio frequency used must be reported to the PRL for tracking and communication.

5.6 Tire Management Systems

                The use of a pressure relief system is legal.

5.7  Fuel Cells

A. Fuel Cells are mandatory. The recommended size is 100 liters. No fuel should be visible in the filler line when the car is brought to grid. The fill line will be double clamped at both ends of the filler pipe. There will be a one race grace period.

B. Cells must be recertified every five years. Receipts are required. There will be a one event grace period.

5.8  Bulk Heads

Sealed Bulk Heads are mandatory in the PRL.  They must be vertical and restrict flow of fuel into cockpit.

                                                                                                                                                         
5.9  Flags

Teams are asked to display a 3’ x5’ United States flag, visibly and respectfully.

6.  Racing Details & Situations

 

6.1  Race Starting Positions

Starting grid position will be determined by the qualifying session on Saturday or the first day. The fastest time of this session will constitute their qualifying time. The pole position winner will have the choice of inside or outside position in the Saturday race or first race. The following cars will line up by their qualifying times. The Sunday or second race will start an inverted grid based on qualifying.

6.12  Grid Positioning for Qualifying

Grid position for qualifying will be determined by the best time in any Saturday practice session preceding Qualifying.  If the driver does not run in any practice session the Chief Steward will determine which Qualifying group they will run in.

There may be two 15 minute Qualifying sessions, divided in ½ based on number of entries. The faster cars will be in the first Qualifying run group.

6.2  Qualifying Times

All cars will utilize the PRL and/or VDI timing system. If the PRL and/or VDI timing system does not record a specific time for a car, the best practice time will be used as the qualifying time. No in car systems will be utilized. If you have no times you will grid last.  If you qualify in a different class than you run you will NOT receive Qualifying points. If a car misses the first qualifying session it may start with the second qualifying group after a 5 minute penalty is assessed beginning when the car arrives to grid.

After Qualifying ALL cars will go to the scales for weigh in. Failure to go directly to the scales will result in a 10 point reduction in race points.

6.3  Cancellation of the Qualifying Session

When the qualifying session is not run, race cars will be gridded for the inverted Sunday or second race based on the results of the previous day's race. If there is no qualifying session cars will be gridded according to the year to date points standing of the drivers present for the Saturday race and the inverted race on Sunday. There will be NO qualifying points assigned when qualifying does not occur.

 

6.4  Penalties

There are a number of situations where a driver during the course of a race may do something in the car which is either unsafe or creates an unfair advantage over the other drivers. A penalty may be imposed by the SOM's after a hearing of all evidence, on the matter brought forth by the Chief Steward or a fellow competitor through protest. The Chief Steward will than have the discretion to fairly penalize the offending driver in these situations. The following penalties can be assessed increasing in severity:

1. A fine of $100 to $1,500.00.
2. Black Flag during competition as part of a time penalty.
3. Time penalty, lap, or position forfeiture by the offending driver. This time penalty will be added to his total race time. The finishing position of the offending driver will be based upon the total elapsed time including the penalty.
4. Penalty points will be deducted from the season total points. Not the event.
5. Penalty points may be assigned to the event at the Stewards discretion for lesser offenses.
6. Probation of competition privilege.
7. Suspension.
8. Disqualification from competition.

There are two different time penalties. The first penalty is applicable to a track (such as the Sebring Airport Circuit, Texas Motor Speedway) where a driver can leave the boundaries of the racecourse without actually putting the car off the paved surface. The penalty is applied to make up for any advantage over the competitors the driver gained by leaving the circuit.

The second time penalty is the time it takes to complete a "stop and go". This time penalty varies from racetrack to racetrack. This is because the amount of time a driver loses (relative to a normal lap) by stopping in the pits varies due to different track and pit lane configurations. The penalty is equal to the extra time it takes to enter the pit lane, stop and rejoin. It will be predetermined before each event.

 

6.5  Race Situations

To encourage drivers to drive within themselves and for the series to be safe and sportsmanlike, we require drivers to follow certain procedures following certain actions that occur on the race track:

1. Grid Closure: Grid will close five (5) minutes before the scheduled race start.  If a car arrives after the grid has closed they will start in the rear.  If a car drops out during the pace lap or will not start in the hot pits when engines are asked to start and they are split, the cars behind in, in his row, will move forward.
2. Weighing: After a race selected cars will be weighed.  The driver will be shown a “Scale” placard and they must proceed directly to the scales.  Failure to go to scales when requested will result in a 15 point penalty for that race.
3. Car-to-Car Contact: It is the responsibility of all drivers to avoid physical contact between cars on the race track. Any driver involved in car-to-car contact must report to the SOM at the conclusion of the race. The cars must be impounded immediately upon leaving the track until the stewards can review them. The driver is allowed to return to his pit area but must be available for the SOM if needed.
4. Racing Room: All competitors have a right to "racing room" on the track surface. "Racing room" shall be defined as sufficient space to allow a competitor to maintain control of his car in close quarters and under racing conditions. It is the responsibility of all drivers to preserve the right to "racing room" for all fellow competitors. Abrupt changes in direction (including blocking) to impede or affect the path of an overtaking car may be interpreted as an attempt to deprive a fellow competitor of his right to "racing room".
5. Passing: The responsibility for the decision to pass and to execute it safely rests with the overtaking driver. The overtaken driver has the responsibility to be aware and not to impede. The overtaken driver shall not block.
6. Reversing On Track: Reversing on the track or driving in a counter-race direction to avoid going four off, or for any reason, is not allowed. You will be given the black flag for reversing on track. Because of the danger involved, your penalty may be more severe than what a stop and go will cost you.
7. Bad Re-Entries: If the Chief Steward/ corner workers feel that you have made an unsafe re-entry, he can ask that you be black flagged for a stop-and-go penalty, or to ask Timing and Scoring to assess a time penalty.
8. Passing Under the Yellow: Any driver that passes under the yellow flag can be given a black flag, or assessed a time penalty equivalent to a stop-and-go penalty at the end of the race of not less than ten seconds. The penalty can be avoided by correcting the illegal pass at the first opportunity or within 1 lap.
9. Out of Bounds Rule: A driver may not gain position with 2 or more wheels off the track. If a pass is made with 2 or more wheels off the track, the penalty can be avoided by assuming the same position before the pass at the first opportunity or within 1 lap. The penalty for “passing in the grass” can be a black flag stop and go or a timed penalty of up to 45 seconds. Video may be reviewed following the race. On tracks such as Sebring and Texas Motor Speedway, a timed penalty of up to 45 seconds will be assessed to a driver that short cuts the track and gains position. The time penalty will be determined by the Chief Steward and based on the track configuration and the advantage gained. The penalty may be a black flag and stop and go or a time penalty added at the end of the race. The penalty can be avoided by regaining the position prior to the off at the first opportunity or within 1 lap of the off.
10. Cutting the Course: Anytime a driver leaves the track and re-enters at a spot that gains an advantage, a time penalty will be assessed. The amount of time varies depending on the track. The driver can correct this by falling back behind the cars he passed during the cutting of the course.
11. Jumping the Start: A driver may not advance his position and must stay in line with the rest of the field before the green flag is thrown. A PRL official can ask that you be black flagged for a stop-and-go penalty, or ask Timing and Scoring to assess a time penalty.
12. Blocking: Is defined as altering your line twice to avoid being passed, in a track section. That is to say that you cannot "zig and then zag" to impede the progress of the car behind. You are allowed to change your line once but not twice! The Stewards of the Meet have the right to determine blocking and or if any driver is being blocked he can call into his crew and report it. The crew chief will ask the stewards to watch for blocking and the SOM will then contact the blocking drivers pit crew. If the driver is seen to be blocking he will be given a flag and required to allow the car behind him to pass.
13. Ignoring a Black Flag: Any driver who fails to pit after three black flags by race control will be disqualified.
14. Brake Lights: Brake lights must be operating while on track or driver will be shown a black flag.
15. DNFs: A did not finish (DNF) occurs when a driver can not complete the race. This may be due to a car problem or black-flagged for three off track excursions during qualifying and race. The number of laps completed and his relative position at the end of the race will award him points, if he has completed more than 50% of the race at the time of the 3^rd off track excursion.  
16. Three off Track Excursions: Any driver going off track or spinning three (3) times during either the qualifying or race will be shown the black flag and their day on the track completed. All cars towed in from the track must be inspected, by a VRL Tech inspector, prior to re-entering the track.

6.6 Protests

If a driver feels a fellow competitor is not adhering to the rules a protest may be filed. Protests take two forms (A) must be filed verbally within thirty (30) minutes of the completion of a race or qualifying and then submitted in writing along with the fee in cash before the completion of the day's events. (B) Or if the protest is for an engine infraction the protest must be filed before the green flag drops. The engine protest fee must be paid in cash at the time of the protest. This will allow the car to be impounded and inspected or go into impound for tear down immediately following the race. If you think there is a rules infringement then it must be addressed at this time. As protests need to be well thought out and have sound justification; the following rules will be enforced.

A.  Protests pertaining to rules infractions (excluding engines):

1. A $400 protest fee must be posted with the VDI board, using the official protest form with payment included and having completed it as instructed.
2. The protest form must be completed in detail as to the infraction/infractions that are being contested.
3. If the protested vehicle is deemed legal, the protested car will get $100, the balance to the PRL and/or VDI.
4. If the protested vehicle is declared illegal, then the protest fee will be returned to the protester.
5. If a vehicle is deemed illegal, the person being protested has one attempt to challenge the situation before the board and he must also place a $400 fee for his rebuttal.
6. When reviewing a protest that is contested by the protested, if the board overturns said complaint, the protested will have all points, finish, etc. returned and he/she will be refunded the $400 amount, minus a $50 board evaluation fee.
7. At the end of the above proceedings, a vehicle that has been deemed illegal will be expelled from the event, along with the driver and car owner at which the situation occurred. The driver and car owner may receive a lifetime suspension.

B.  Protests pertaining to engines

1. A $1000 protest fee must be posted with the VDI board, using the official protest form with payment included and having completed it as instructed. The teardown will take place immediately after the feature race. One or two technicians will administer the teardown and be supervised by the VDI and/or PRL.
2. If the protested driver prefers to assist in the teardown of his engine it will be allowed.
3. If the protested vehicle is deemed legal, the protested car will get $500 for rebuild, the balance to the VDI to pay for the teardown.
4. If the protested vehicle is declared illegal, then the protest fee will be returned to the protester.
5. The illegal driver and car owner will receive a lifetime suspension.
6. After a teardown the owner has the responsibility of rebuilding his/her engine.
7. If a protested driver/owner refuses the teardown they will be suspended for the remainder of the season and be fined $1000.
8. All fines must be paid before a driver may race at the PRL.

 

 

7.  Damage / Liability Structure

7.1  Single-Car Incidents

Almost all single car incidents are the result of driver error and as such, all single car accidents are always the responsibility of the owner to pay for his own repairs.

7.2  Multi-Car Incidents

In racing, you occasionally are caught up in a damage-causing incident that is not your fault. When this happens, you pay whatever it costs you to repair your car, regardless of fault. The Stewards of the Meet will meet and determine the necessary punishment. Remember we will utilize the 13/13 rule, as determined by the Stewards.

7.3  Contact and Its Consequences

Immediately following a contact incident the Chief Steward, SOM and a VDI and/or PRL representative may interview the drivers, corner workers and/ or other drivers. Videotapes will be impounded by the PRL for review. Failure to produce a tape when requested will result in implementation of Rule 5. Race Format, Section 5.4. Video is the ONLY reliable form of information that the SOM can use to determine fault. If the racing incident is found to be no-fault, the committee has the right to not penalize one or both parties.

For any driver who intentionally makes contact with another car, the committee has the right to levy a permanent suspension or one of a lesser degree followed by a probation period. The driver will not be allowed to compete further in that event. A portion of the assessed penalty may be used to assist in paying for damages on the other car.

Any driver who is involved in contact may receive a 13-month probation and/ or a 13-month suspension and loss of points for that race and /or year to date points loss, as determined by the SOM. The driver will not be allowed to compete further in that event. The Chief Steward and the SOM's will meet and determine the appropriate penalty for all involved. If the incident was caused by equipment failure the committee will take this into full consideration in determining the penalty.

If the driver feels that he did not receive appropriate punishment for his actions, he has an appeals process to follow. See section 7.4 Appeals.

7.4  Appeals

The Appeals Board will review all appeals that are presented to it. They can take the form of a verbal appeal or a written appeal within seven days. The board will review the facts and make a decision as to the penalty assessed within thirty (30) days and notify the drivers involved in the incident. This decision is final and binding. No further appeals are allowed.

7.5  Impound

The top two finishers, upon receiving the checkered flag, after qualifying and/or race, may be signaled by placard to report to impound. Impound is located at the scale area. Failure to go to impound will result in the loss of all points for that race or loss of qualifying position and qualifying points. The cars will be weighed and can be held for a 30 minute time period during which a protest may be filed. Other drivers may also be required to impound if there has been contact or to impound a video.

8.  Fees & Payments

8.1 Fee and Payments

1.       Full Package

a.       The PRL Entry fee is $900.00 for a two day all inclusive weekend. Fridays are extra and the rate is $395.00 for a full day and $295.00 for a 1/2 day. Finals will be at a different rate.  Premier tracks will be up charged $100.00, i.e. VIR, Mid-Ohio & Sebring, at VDI and/or PRL discretion.

2.       Ala Carte

a.       Race only – Sat & Sun - $850.00

b.       Friday Full - $395.00

c.        Friday 1/2 - $295.00

d.       Transponder – $25.00

e.        Water - $5.00

f.        Reception - $25.00

g.        Banquet - $45.00

h.       Polo - $40.00

3.       All drivers participating in the series must hold both a Competition License and a Logbook. This license and logbook is issued by the PRL and/or VDI at a cost of $100.00 annually.

4.       Med+Stats is mandatory. The first time fee for new Med+Stats is $35.00; renewal is $15.00 annually.

5.       Transponders will be assigned and if not returned in working order there will be a charge of $150.00 per transponder.

 

 

 

 

 

Driver/Owner Rules Acknowledgment

 

            In order to participate in the PRL Series in 2008 you must read the PDS 2008 General Rules and Regulations, PRL 2008 Rules and Regulations and all 2008 Car Specifications applicable to your car, sign and date the acknowledgment on the last page of this set of Rules and Regulations, and return the signed original to PRL and/or VDI.

Each Driver’s/Owner’s signature upon the “Driver/Owner Rules Acknowledgment” form constitutes that Driver’s/Owner’s specific irrevocable consent that:

1.      All claims and disputes between PRL and/or VDI and such Driver/Owner relating to payment of fees, penalties, crash damage insurance costs, crash damage or any other amounts involved to driver/owner shall be finally resolved in the Courts of the State of Illinois as though the related event or debt had been conducted or incurred entirely within the State of Illinois, and in no other jurisdiction or tribunal; and

2.      Such Driver/Owner irrevocably consents to the personal jurisdiction of such Illinois Courts over him/her for the purpose of resolving such disputes; and

3.      Any Court may enforce any judgment, rendered by such Illinois Courts anywhere in the United States or abroad where that Driver/Owner may be found.

4.      Driver/Owner hereby agrees to pay all expenses, costs and reasonable attorneys fees incurred by PRL and/or VDI in collecting any amounts due from such Driver/Owner.

5.      At each PRL and/or VDI Series event, Driver/Owner will sign and will cause each of his guests to sign the standard insurance form entitled “Release and Waiver of Liability, Assumption of Risk and Indemnity Agreement”, as well as any similar form required by the track or facility at which the event is conducted.

 

Driver/Owner Name   -      ________________________________ 

 

                                    Driver/Owner Signature - _________________________________ 

Date - __________________

 

 

Courtney Thomas Performance Racing League 545 N. Dearborn Ave. #1209W Chicago, IL  60610 Phone: 847-594-8477 Fax: 312-329-9251 E-Mail: courtney@viperdays.com

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Skip Thomas Performance Racing League 545 N. Dearborn Ave. #1209W Chicago, IL  60610 Phone: 847-594-8477 Fax: 312-329-9251 E-Mail: skip@viperdays.com