Events which FDMC organises, and is invited to, include the following. Competing in them needn’t be expensive in most cases; click on these subjects, for more information:
| Speed events (Sprints and hillclimbs) Rallying Autotests AutoSolos Production Car Trials Autocross |
What age can I start?
Here’s an outline of the minimum ages for competitors, but for full details, check the current regulations with Motorsport UK or the event organiser.
| Rallies, navigating | Road events, 12: Stages, 16 |
| Sprints, Hillclimbs, Autocross | 16 |
| PCT’s | Driver, 15: Passenger, 12 |
| Autotests & Solos (any type of car) | 17 |
| Autotests & Solos (saloon up to 1600cc) | 16, or 14 with an adult passenger |
| Circuit racing | 17 |
| Karting (depending on type of kart) | 8, 13, 16 |
Marshalling
Marshalling is a great way to get involved in motorsport; marshals play a key role in the safety and smooth running of every event, and also get the closest view of the action! As well as our own events, FDMC members run and marshal entire stages on some other major events, up to national level, such as the Wales Rally GB. To find out more, see the Contact Us page.
Disabled Drivers
Many disabled people can still compete in motorsport. Each case is individually assesed by Motorsport UK, but it’s generally easier to obtain a licence for any discipline which involves cars competing singly, or at lower speeds. For advice on getting started, contact: British Motorsports Association for the Disabled, T Youens, 30 Longlands Way, Heatherside, Camberley, Surrey, GU15 1RH Tel 01276 66731
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