MOTOR VEHICLE RACETRACK REGULATIONS
§ 13:62-11.6 Maximum protection

(a) All hubrails, fences, stands and buildings shall be constructed

and maintained so as to afford maximum protection

for spectators.                                                 

(b) Any spectator stand erected or relocated on or after

April 1, 1960, must be located at least 25 feet from the hubrail.

§ 13:62-11.7 Licensed facilities

Mud hop events shall only be conducted at licensed facilities.

§ 13:62-11.8 Alcohol/controlled dangerous substances

prohibited

No alcohol or controlled dangerous substances shall be

permitted within the pit area. Anyone departing the pit area

shall be prohibited from returning during the duration of the

event if the individual has consumed alcohol or a controlled

dangerous substance.

§ 13:62-11.9 Driver requirements

(a) Mud hop drivers shall be a minimum of 17 years of

age and possess a valid driver’s license from the driver’s

state of residence.

(b) The driver’s license number shall be recorded on an

entry form and checked by the licensee for validity.

(c) The driver shall remain with a disabled vehicle until

properly escorted from the racing track.

§ 13:62-11.10 Equipment requirements

(a) All drivers shall wear a properly secured helmet

which meets or exceeds Snell Memorial Foundation Testing

Standard SA, incorporated by reference herein, as may be

amended or supplemented, which has not reached the expiration

date established by the Snell Memorial Foundation at

the time of the event. The standards are available from the

Snell Memorial Foundation, 3628 Madison Avenue, Suite

11, North Highlands, CA 95660.

(b) The driver of all vehicles shall wear windproof, shatterproof

goggles or a face shield of the type which meets or

exceeds U.S.A. standard Specifi cations for Head, Eye and

Respiratory Protection Z2.1-1959 testing standard.

(c) Drivers shall be attired in a shirt, long pants and shoes,

at a minimum. It is recommended that this clothing be of a

fi re retardant material.

(d) The extension of the driver’s head or arm outside the

vehicle is prohibited.

(e) All drivers shall wear a properly secured head and

neck restraint device/system and/or a neck collar, which are

commercially-produced and designed for racing.

§ 13:62-11.11 Windows

(a) The windshield of the participating vehicle may remain

as originally installed.

(b) Heavy mesh screening with a metal post covering the

entire opening or plexiglass with a center post shall be utilized

where the original windshield is removed.

§ 13:62-11.12 Vehicle interior and exterior requirements

(a) Sharp edges created by accidental vehicle contact

shall be folded over to render the vehicle safe.

(b) Alterations to the fenders or wheel wells are prohibited

on stock vehicles.

(c) All doors of participating vehicles shall remain closed

during an event. Any opening shall constitute automatic disqualifi

cation.

§ 13:62-11.13 Seat belts

(a) Seat belts are required and shall be properly worn during

the event.

(b) A racing lap belt and shoulder harness shall be installed

and utilized on any modifi ed vehicle, provided it is:

1. Approved through the licensee’s technical inspection

and found to be in good condition; and

2. Securely affi xed to the outer fl ooring and reinforced

by a four inch by four inch steel plate and bolts of adequate

tempered steel strength.

(c) Cable, chain or straps securing devices for seat belts

are prohibited.

§ 13:62-11.14 Rollover cage

(a) Open cab vehicles shall be equipped with rollover

cage surrounding the driver of a design, construction and

quality affording the driver maximum protection against

injury.

(b) Rollover bars installed in vehicle shall be a minimum

of three inches above and six inches behind the driver’s

head.

(c) Rollover bars shall be a minimum of 1 3/4 inch outside

diameter with a wall thickness of a minimum of .09 inch.

(d) Rollover bars welded, bolted or fastened to the fl ooring

shall utilize a six inch by six inch by 1/4 inch base

plate.

(e) Vehicles having uni-body construction may have a

rollover bar welded to the frame of the vehicle utilizing six

inch by six inch by 1/4 inch base plate affi xed to the outer

fl ooring.

(f) Rollover bars shall be plainly visible with the exception

of built-in or integral rollover bars.

(g) Owners of vehicles with built-in or integral rollover

bars shall maintain and provide upon request by the

Superintendent or designee the manufacturer’s detail drawing

establishing the dimensions and material utilized.

§ 13:62-11.15 Bumpers

All vehicles shall be equipped with bumpers securely fastened

on the front and rear. Outside bracing of bumpers shall

be prohibited.

§ 13:62-11.16 Batteries

(a) Batteries shall be properly secured as follows:

1. Batteries located in the driver compartment shall

be shielded to prevent leakage in the event of damage or

turnover.

2. Batteries located adjacent to the fuel supply of the

vehicle must be secured in a metal box bolted to the

frame of the vehicle by at least four 3/8 inch three line

bolts to apply maximum pressure against the metal box to

the frame. The battery shall also have a marine box cover

secured to the top of the metal box as to not allow any

movement of the battery.

3. Batteries shall not be located within the driver’s

compartment.

4. Batteries located in any other area not specifi ed in

(a)1 and 2 above shall be shielded to prevent leakage in

the event of damage or turnover.

§ 13:62-11.17 Miscellaneous equipment requirements

(a) The drive shaft loop shall be installed not more than

24 inches from the front and rear yokes.

(b) The radiator, if moved from the manufacturer’s position,

shall be shielded from the driver by a fi rewall.

(c) The front and rear trunk lid shall remain securely

fastened with cable or chain throughout the entire event.

Any incidental opening shall disqualify the vehicle from the

event.

(d) Outer decorations on the vehicle utilizing poles, fl ags,

staffs or other hazardous protuberances are prohibited.

(e) Transmission and radiator cooling lines or cooling

cores shall be equipped with a metal fi re wall separating the

driver for maximum security.

(f) Tow hooks or tow bars shall be installed and secured to

the frame of the vehicle.

(g) No vehicle shall transport more than one person at any

time during an event or warm-up.

§ 13:62-11.18 Braking system and pedal reserve

(a) The licensee shall test and approve each vehicle for

break pedal reserve prior to the vehicle departing the pit

area.

(b) No vehicle shall be permitted to participate in any

event if the braking system includes a direct application of

pressure to any of the tires or any apparent defi ciencies.

§ 13:62-11.19 Automatic transmission safety mats

(a) Any modifi ed vehicle with an automatic transmission

shall have a steel mat, plate, or blanket installed over the

transmission so as to protect the driver from injury caused by

the fragmentation of the automatic transmission upon explosion.

(b) Two drive shaft loops shall be installed not more than

24 inches from the front and rear yokes.

§ 13:62-11.20 Seats

(a) A factory installed front seat may be utilized provided

it is equipped with a headrest.

(b) Seats shall be attached to the main frame of the vehicle,

the frame of the roll cage or to a substantial metal plate

utilizing a minimum of six, three line, fi ve-sixteenths inch

bolts.

(c) The base of the seat shall be installed with four fi vesixteenths

inch bolts not more than three inches from the

outside edge of the four most practical points.

(d) Two bolts shall be installed at the two most practical

points at the top of the back of the seat and a metal strap of

at least two inches in width and one-eighth inch in thickness

shall connect every two bolts.

§ 13:62-11.21 Additional track responsibilities

(a) The licensee shall maintain safe conditions during all

pit stops.

(b) The licensee shall maintain adequate fi re apparatus on

location during the event, including:

1. A fi re vehicle that meets the National Fire Protection

Associations standards of a mini pumper;

2. Twenty-pound fi re extinguishers, at a minimum,

with a minimum of 10 B.C. rating on location during an

event; and

3. A minimum of two protective turn out gear shall be

available to track personnel.

§ 13:62-11.22 Speed limits

All vehicles traveling in the pit area or staging area must

obey a fi ve miles per hour speed limit.

§ 13:62-11.23 Licensed facilities

Mud hop events shall only take place in licensed facilities.