ChampCar Supplemental Rules

The Cookie Cutter Classic

Gingerman Raceway South Haven, MI Apr 17, 2026 to Apr 19, 2026
Version v1.0 • Updated Apr 1, 2026 8:57 AM
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Event Snapshot

At a Glance
Dates
Apr 17, 2026 to Apr 19, 2026
Track
Gingerman Raceway
Registration Times - Move-In Day
10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tech Inspection Times - Move-In Day
10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
New to Champ Meeting - Move-In Day
6:00 PM
Race 1 Drivers Meeting
7:30 AM
Race 2 Drivers Meeting
7:00 AM
Flagtronics Firmware
v.0.9.0.0.
Approved Media
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Race Control Logs
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View Tech Sheets
(Race Weekend Only!)
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Garages / Pit Lane Assignments
Coming Soon
Important: Sunday RED FLAG Quiet Hour Procedures: See ESN 2

Weekend Schedule for The Cookie Cutter Classic at Gingerman Raceway

Important: Complete tech inspection before registration finalization and do not miss the mandatory drivers meeting.
Update your Flagtronics FT200 to firmware v.0.9.0.0.
Thursday Event Schedule Friday Event Schedule Saturday Event Schedule - 8-Hour Enduro Sunday Event Schedule - 7-Hour Enduro - (2-Hour Quiet Time)

Thursday Event Schedule

Apr 16, 2026
6:00 PM
Paddock Opens

Friday Event Schedule

Apr 17, 2026
8:15 AM
Practice Day Run By Gingerman Raceway
Open Practice Day Drivers Meeting
9:00 AM
Practice Day Run By Gingerman Raceway
Open Practice Day Starts
10:00 AM
ChampCar Tech & Registration Opens
5:00 PM
Practice Day Run By Gingerman Raceway
Open Practice Day Ends
6:00 PM
New to ChampCar driver & crew meeting ChampCar Tech & Registration Ends
(2nd floor in the Tower)

Saturday Event Schedule - 8-Hour Enduro

Apr 18, 2026
7:00 AM
ChampCar Staff onsite
7:30 AM
Drivers meeting at tower
8:35 AM
Cars to grid
9:00 AM
Green Flag/Start Endurance Race
5:00 PM
Checkered Flag
5:05 PM
Post Race Inspection
5:45 PM
Awards Ceremony

Sunday Event Schedule - 7-Hour Enduro - (2-Hour Quiet Time)

Apr 19, 2026
6:45 AM
ChampCar Staff on-site
7:00 AM
Drivers meeting at tower
7:40 AM
Cars to grid
8:00 AM
Green Flag/Start Endurance Race
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Quiet 2-Hour
5:00 PM
Checkered Flag
5:05 PM
Post Race Inspection
5:45 PM
Awards Ceremony
7:00 PM
Track Gates Close: We Must Be Out!

Track Master Details for Gingerman Raceway

Paddock Electric
Limited
Pit Lane Electric
Along pit wall
Fuel on Site
Yes
Restrooms / Showers
Yes / Yes
Garage Rentals
Available through the track. See below.
Gate
24-Hour Gate Coverage, $10 entry fee if guest is not on the gate list
Tire Penalty Laps
6
Penalty Lap Multiplier
1.0x for races 8 hours or less

Event Special Notices

ESN 1
Testing, tuning, brake bedding, high-speed accelerations or braking will be limited to the track, and not allowed in the paddock or surrounding public roadways. Doing so could result in event expulsion with no fees returned.
ESN 2
Quiet Time: The local churches and township are require us to give them a 2-hour quiet period on Sunday from 10am to 12pm.Sunday --- RED FLAG Quiet Hour Procedures: At 9:45am pit lane closed warning issued. Pitlane closed at 9:50am. The race will be red-flagged at 10:00am. All cars will be brought down pit lane. All work must stop on cars in the pit and paddock. Drivers will exit cars, and you may remove in-car data cards/ cameras. No work will be allowed on the cars. You may cover your car. Drivers will be called back to the cars at 11:45 pm. You may only re-insert data cards and cameras, and add ice to your cool suit boxes when the race restarts. Driver stints reset. Race cars can be restarted at 12:00pm or when directed by ChampCar staff. The pace car will lead the field out of pit lane, and come in after one lap. You must do one lap before you can pit, unless car is broke on pit lane, then you can start your pit stop after the cars on track have taken the green flag.

Timing, Scoring, and Live Stream

Race Monitor Red Mist Speedhive Live Timing

Standard ChampCar Rules

ATTENTION: All vehicles, drivers, and crew must meet the safety and equipment requirements of the 2026 BCCR. Stint maximum of 2 hours per driver with a minimum of 1 hour between stints.

NOTE: Testing, tuning, brake bedding, high speed accelerations or braking will be limited to the track, and not allowed in the paddock or surrounding public roadways. Doing so could result in event expulsion with no fees returned.

All fueling is to be completed on pitlane race day. Do not store fuel in the garages.

Race Car Tech Inspection: All teams will be required to do the Online Tech Form. The team captain will log in at https://champcar.org/register/login.php to complete the race car online tech form. The Team Captain will find a button link on the main login page. Three months before the race, the tab Submit a Tech Form will take you to an electronic form that looks just like the paper Tech Inspection form. Fill in the boxes at the top, then fill in or click on the listed point value items on your car. Save the form and you are done. At the track the Tech staff will simply check the required safety items on the car. Once the Tech staff clicks save on the safety portion of your online form, you will get your annual tech sticker and head to ChampCar registration.

Please verify your timing and scoring transponder and Flagtronics FT-200 serial numbers, and make certain to add your car class to the tech form.

Flagtronics FT200 Wireless Flagging Display: Limited quantities of units may be available to rent, with preference going to teams who request a rental online. Rental fee is $50 for the event. You may purchase your own FT200 unit at https://flagtronics.com/champcar. Firmware Required: v.0.9.0.0.

Code35 will be in use at all ChampCar events. It is imperative that your FT200 unit and the GPS is mounted within the rules and that the unit is working.

Sound: Sound readings will take place throughout the weekend. All ChampCars are required to have mufflers, and not exceed 96dBa at 50ft.

Alcohol: Absolutely no alcohol may be consumed in the paddock during the day’s racing events. Alcohol may be consumed 30 minutes following the completion of on-track activity for the day.

Photo/Media Credentials: There will be a limit as to how many credentials are issued. Cut-off for event credentials is 2 weeks before event start. Please visit https://champcar.org/web/media.php.

Tech Line Requirements

  • Have all decals installed as per the BCCR. Get sponsor decal at tech.
  • Owned Flagtronics installed per BCCR and working. ChampCar will test at tech. Teams responsibility to have the correct firmware installed.
  • Owned Transponder installed and working. ChampCar will test at tech.
  • Flagtronics and Transponder rentals will be issued to teams at Tech.
  • All lights for night racing installed and working. They will be tested.
  • Electronic tech form completed.
View Full ChampCar Endurance Series Rule Book

Facility and Event Details for Gingerman Raceway

Gingerman Electric Fee Thursday - Sunday: $120 Friday - Sunday: $90 Or bring generators if power Is needed. The paddock gets VERY dark at night.

The pit lane has very limited lighting and minimal pit/ paddock area lighting. Be advised that ambient lighting may not be sufficient for fueling or mechanical repairs. Therefore, teams are advised to consider alternate power and lighting sources. The use of EZ-ups on the “cold” side of the pit wall are also recommended for keeping out weather and hanging all lighting fixtures.

All people that go over the pit wall must be full ChampCar Club Members. Guests may purchase a weekend membership to ChampCar at the front gate for $20. This will give you paddock and cold pit lane access. 16 and under free with parent or guardian.

No children under-18 allowed on pit road. All minor drivers and crew must complete the ChampCar and Venue minor waivers. See race director for more info.

They are welcome on property, but must be kept on a leash. Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets and must dispose of their waste properly. Pets are not allowed in the cold pits.

Self contained $10 per day through Gingerman Raceway. Kids 12 and under are free.
Camping / Camper Hookups: Self contained RV and tent camping allowed. $10 per day through Gingerman Raceway. 30amp hookups available. Generators are recommended. Gingerman Electric Fee Thursday - Sunday: $120 Friday - Sunday: $90

BBQ’s are allowed in the camping area only, provided all BBQ’s are supervised at all times, a fire extinguisher is within 15’ of the open flame, and all open f lames are (at a minimum) 20’ from all race cars, fuel storage or other flammable sources.

Yes. / Yes.

Open Friday - Sunday.

Yes. Pay cash or credit at the gift shop. 93, 100,110 octanes

Unmanned aircraft systems and drones are prohibited at ChampCar Endurance events at all times.

An invoice will be sent to the team captain. Payment plans can be worked out if needed. Unpaid track damage invoices could result in a membership hold until paid. A 4% service fee will be added to credit card payments. Bag of Oil Dry: $20 Fire Extinguisher: $30 Brake Marker: $20 Cone: $15

Facility Maps

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Track Maps with Corner Locations

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Created Mar 22, 2026 9:59 PM • Last updated Apr 1, 2026 8:57 AM • Version v1.0