The Basics: Core ChampCar rules covering essential safety and race car evaluation.

Standard Entry Paperwork: For stock cars - original engine, transmission, and differential.

Swapped Entry Paperwork: For cars with drivetrain swaps (for example a Chevy V8 in a Miata).

Miscellaneous Paperwork: For protests or other forms.

Basic Build Guide: Preview a simple basic build guide: Build Guide

You will need a car on the VPI list, a roll cage, window net, racing seat, certified harness, onboard fire suppression, a master power switch, and the steering wheel lock removed.

ChampCar uses a points based system to control costs. Each car has a base point value, and performance upgrades add points. Your total cannot exceed 500 points.

ChampCar endurance races run from 7 to 24 hours. Most require at least two drivers plus a few crew members.

If your car is over 500 points, you can still race but will start with a lap penalty.

Submit all tech questions via the Tech Help Desk. Email submissions are no longer accepted. The system is overseen by the TAC and the Board of Directors.

The BCCR (Base Club and Competition Rules) is managed by the ChampCar Board of Directors.