Self-Extraction webinar replay now available

A replay of the Self-Extraction webinar is now available to view.   Having provided an opportunity for officials to understand the testing procedures behind the new Self-Extraction requirements Motorsport Australia implemented at the start of the year, a range of topics were covered in the webinar.   View the Self-Extraction Policy    Some of those […]

Webinar for officials on self-extraction requirements

As part of the introduction of the new self-extraction requirements, Motorsport Australia is inviting relevant officials to attend a self-extraction webinar this month.   The webinar will provide an opportunity for officials to further understand the testing procedures, as well as ask any questions that may have arisen since its implementation earlier this year.   […]

Ensuring safety – new self-extraction requirements in 2024 & 2025

All Motorsport Australia licenced competitors will be required to self-extract from their vehicles in 10 seconds or less from 2025 and beyond, with a 15 second limit in 2024.   In line with advice from the Motorsport Australia Risk and Safety Committee, and FIA standards, the phased introduction will provide competitors with the opportunity to […]

Fire Extinguisher updates for circuit competitors

Motorsport Australia wishes to inform competitors of upcoming changes to fire extinguisher requirements for Circuit Race Events. Following investigations into several incidents at Circuit Race Events at all levels of the sport, Motorsport Australia will be mandating the fitment of fire extinguishers for all Automobiles in Circuit Races. A fire extinguisher installed in a competition […]

FIA Information Note for Accident Data Recorders

The FIA have released information regarding Accident Data Recorders (ADR). This information is important for Scrutineers, Competitors and officials responding to incidents.   Accident Data Recorders – LED interpretation View the manuals for various Accident Data Recorders (ADR) via the links below. ADR4 Installation Manual MoTec ADR User Manual ADR.002.20 User Manual   Micro ADR Installation […]

FIA release further information on fire extinguisher systems

The FIA has released further information regarding the installation and operation of plumbed-in fire extinguisher systems in closed cockpit vehicles. Motorsport Australia recommends members check the Motorsport Australia Manual (Technical Appendix – Schedule H) for the applicable fire extinguisher requirements for Motorsport Australia Competitions. Specific requirements for electronic boxes approved with 8865-2015 and 8876-2022 extinguisher […]

FIA advise on fire extinguisher systems

The FIA has released information around standards and installation requirements for plumbed-in fire extinguisher systems. Motorsport Australia recommends members check the Motorsport Australia National Regulations (Technical Appendix – Schedule H) for the applicable fire extinguisher requirements for Motorsport Australia National Competitions. — The FIA has developed and deployed safety standards for many items of on-board […]

Safety Update #2: Window Nets

Motorsport Australia is providing a further update regarding changes to window net requirements in circuit race events. You may recall we published a previous update on window nets in circuit race events earlier this year. We would now like to add further clarity to these changes, with additional updates highlighted in yellow. Following a review of […]

FIA update FHR Helmet compatibility information

The FIA has released information around Frontal Head Restraint (FHR) systems and helmet compatibility. Motorsport Australia recommends members check the Motorsport Australia National Regulations (Technical Appendix – Schedule D) for the applicable Helmet Standards for Motorsport Australia National Competitions. – FIA-approved FHR systems (Technical List no. 29) must be worn by drivers and co-drivers competing […]

FIA confirm approved FHR systems

The FIA has released information around the HANS and Hybrid Frontal Head Restraint (FHR) systems and how to use them.    FHR systems are designed to stop a driver’s head from whipping forward in a collision but do so in different ways, therefore the FIA have highlighted how each must be worn correctly to ensure […]