Test and Tune Official Rules
Irwindale Dragstrip Rules & Regulations are governed by the 2019 NHRA Rulebook
Mufflers: | Required on all cars and motorcycles. NO EXCEPTIONS |
Licenses: | Required – Drivers are required to posses valid driver’s license. |
Competitors under 18 years of age are required to have a Minor Release form completed prior to competing at Irwindale Event Center. The forms are valid for the complete 2012 year. | |
Attire: | All racers and passengers are required to wear long pants, shoes and a shirt with sleeves. Racers competing with cars quicker than 8.59 (1/8 mile) are required to wear an approved helmet (See NHRA Rulebook). No passengers are allowed in vehicles faster than 8.59 |
Trailer Rules: | Cars/motorcycles may be brought in by trailer, but must be removed from same prior to tech inspection. Tech inspection cannot be performed on/in a trailer. |
Wheel Studs: | All cars must posses the required number of wheel studs and have a lug nut on each stud. |
Convertible Cars: | All convertible cars must have the top up to race the vehicle or provide the driver with the approved arm restraints. |
Seat Belts: | Seat belts must be worn at all times while in the water box or the Dragstrip. |
Windows: | Windows must be in the closed position in the water box and during the run. |
Air Conditioners: | Please turn off air conditioners prior to your arrival in the water box. |
Pit Speed Limit: | Speed limit in the pits is 5 MILES PER HOUR. |
Overflow Catch Tank: | All cars are required to have an overflow catch tank for the radiator. |
Batteries: | Batteries located in the stock position must be properly braced. Relocated batteries must be located in an approved battery box. |
Neutral Safety Switch: | All vehicles must posses an operational neutral safety switch |
Motorcycles: | Motorcycles must be equipped with a chain guard. Riders must wear a leather jacket, gloves and leather shoes that cover the ankles. |
NO ALCOHOLIC beverages are permitted in the pits at any time. |