General Rules - The rules and/or regulations set forth herein are designed to provide for orderly conduct of racing events and to establish minimum requirements for such events. These rules shall govern the conditions of all Dixie Motor Speedway events, and by participating in these events, all participants, guests, drivers, owners and staff are deemed to have read and understand these rules. Interpretation of or deviation from the rules is left to the discretion of the presiding officials. In the interest of fair, safe, competitive racing, these rules are subject to change by track officials, with an adequate notification period. New rules, regulations, policies and procedures may be implemented from time to time as is necessary for the conduct of race events.

No express or implied warranty of safety shall result from publication of or compliance with these rules and/or regulations. They are intended as a guide for the conduct of the sport & are in no way a guarantee against injury or death to a participant, spectator, employee or official. No driver, car owner, mechanic, or participant shall have claim for damages, expenses or otherwise against promoter, track owner, Sponsors or any of its officials, by reason of disqualification, or damage to either car or driver or both; and car owner, driver, mechanics and participants agree that the track is in safe condition if they take part in racing activities.

CLAIMS/PROTESTS -All claimers/protesters WILL pass a post-race inspection before their claim is implemented. If claimer/protester does not pass inspection, claim is void and claimer/protester is disqualified. Be sure you are legal before worrying about your competitors.

TECH- All entries are subject to any inspection at any time. D.M.S. officials shall rule on any discrepancies, changes in rules, etc., or anything not covered by the rules. Track decisions are final. Any driver protesting an official D.M.S ruling must do so in writing before payoff begins for that division, otherwise, decisions are final. Protest forms are available at pit window & pit board. Drivers failing tech will pass tech before next competition. 2^nd offense will result in one week off. 3^rd offense, 2 weeks off, etc.

DRIVER & CREW-

1. Unsportsmanlike Conduct, Verbal or physical abuse directed toward track officials, fans or competitors will result in immediate suspension and loss of racing privileges indefinitely. NO TOLERANCE.
2. Any driver or crewmember suspected of being under the influence of intoxicating substances will be suspended and removed from the premises. The DRIVER is responsible for his entire crew. Immediate suspension will result!
3. Pit crews are not allowed on the racing surface with out authorization. This will result in immediate disqualification and/or suspension.
4. Any vehicle whose speed has become a safety hazard on or off the racetrack will be disqualified and sent to the pits.
5. No driver shall stop or exit their car to settle a grievance with officials or other drivers. Immediate suspension will result.

6. You must attempt to start & complete preliminary events to retain regular feature starting position. In case of mechanical problems, you must consult an official.

7. In order to be paid, all driver changes after qualifying must be reported to the pit steward prior to the start of event. If a car starts a race with a driver other than the person that qualified it, it must start at the rear of the field. Proper registration forms must be filled out prior to racing.
8. Anybody found using mercury or other toxic materials will be barred from speedway for life.
9. FIGHTING WILL NOT BE TOLERATED ON SPEEDWAY PROPERTY. If you or your crew leave your pit area to settle a grievance either PHYSICALLY or VERBALLY, immediate suspension will result. NO TOLERANCE. Drivers are responsible for their crews. If crewmember is involved, both driver and crewmember will be suspended.
10. Due to insurance regulations, ATV’s, Golf Carts or other similar vehicles, Pets, Weapons, Alcoholic and Illegal Substances are not allowed in pit.

CAUTION FLAG and RESTARTS- Spinner-Spinnee rule will determine lineup after caution flag. Cars will be lined up according to last completed lap. No racing back to start/finish line. Aggressive or careless driving during caution will result in disqualification. Races will be restarted DOUBLE-FILE in all divisions.

POINTS AND WINNINGS

1. Points go to the driver.
2. Owner & driver must be registered and display Dixie Racing License in order to claim winnings and receive points.
3. Unless prior arrangements have been made, winnings will be paid to Driver only.
4. Winnings may be collected at payoff window after 1^st feature has been run.
5. Winnings may be collected for up to three weeks after event date at pay window in pits or Monday – Thursday at track office. Unclaimed winnings will be put in drivers point fund.
6. Abuse directed toward payoff clerk or tech inspectors will result in window being closed (for ALL divisions) until following week.
7. Most top finishes will determine a point tiebreaker at the end of the season.
8. Must attend Dixie awards banquet to receive point money & awards.

Registration/License – Drivers competing at D.M.S. must be at least 16 years of age and carry a valid driver’s license, except for Factory-4’s where the age minimum is 14 years old. Additionally, only drivers with valid Registration and Dixie Racing License may compete in events at D.M.S. Only drivers in good standing may receive license. License may be revoked for cause. Speedway headquarters will assign car #’s. Annual fee for car owner/driver for LM & Mods-$35, FS driver/owner-$30; Fig. 8’s driver/owner-$30, Pro-4’s/F-4’sdriver/owner-$20 ea. Drivers are limited to one car per class per program. Racing License will be held at track office until opening day for pre-registered drivers. License will not be mailed out.

1. Replacement card/licenses - $5
2. Car No./Cement Slab reservations - You may reserve your # and slab from last year if your registration fee and slab fee is paid in full and postmarked by Jan. 31. After that, first come, first served. Slabs are $150.00.
3. Registration–You are encouraged to pre-register, drivers will receive an additional 10 points if registered before Jan 31^st.

SAFETY- All vehicles subject to safety inspection at anytime.

1. Fire Extinguishers-All vehicles must have a securely mounted A, B, C type extinguisher within easy reach of the driver & in good working order. 5 lb. min.
2. Fire Suits - All drivers must wear an approved fire suit and gloves. Double layer suit or better recommended.
3. Helmets - Full-face helmet recommended. Safety glasses, goggles or face shield mandatory. All drivers must wear an approved full-style helmet, with 1995 Snell sticker or better.