unless agreed with the Fiesta ST Trophy Coordinator prior to the first event a car is used

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1 Ford Fiesta ST Trophy Introduction and Foreword The Fiesta ST Trophy organising team is delighted to announce the Fiesta ST Trophy for The gravel series will be part of the BTRDA Championship. All the events will be National B permit. On-event technical support for the one-make championship will come from the team at Geoff Jones Motorsport. The Fiesta ST Trophy is aimed at all competitors, young and old, experienced and amateur, all with the desire of enjoying close competition allied to professional support. The Fiesta is a great car and this series is aimed at providing an opportunity for drivers young and experienced to compete against other Fiesta ST s in Grp N. It will be possible for drivers to compete in Clubmen specification Fiesta ST s, and the overiding principle is that they should be Grp N specification but in order to keep costs down, cars can utilise non-reiger suspension and non-sadev gear boxes, as long as the items fitted do not provide an advantage over the homologated items. Other items no-longer available from M-Sport can be sourced elswhere, as long as they are to similar specification and do not provide an advantage over M-Sport items. It is M-Sport spec or standard unless agreed with the Fiesta ST Trophy Coordinator prior to the first event a car is used. This is to ensure there are no issues on event in terms of eligibility and we ensure fair competiton. Clubman specification cars may not be allowed to run in the BTRDA N3 class, which is down to the BTRDA organisers, however this will have no impact on the Fiesta ST Trophy results as cars will score points based on their overall position. Good Luck and see you in Llandudno! Fiesta ST Trophy Page 0 of 10

2 1. SPORTING REGULATIONS - GENERAL 1.1 Title The Fiesta ST Trophy is an eight round series for competitors driving Homologated Group N versions of the Ford Fiesta ST and below. 1.2 Officials Fiesta ST Trophy Chair person John Pritchard M (+44) E administrator@fiestatrophy.co.uk Fiesta ST Trophy Coordinator Ian Arden M (+44) E coordinator@fiestatrophy.co.uk 1.3 Championship Events The Fiesta ST Trophy consists of eight events within the BTRDA Championship. Within the eight events the six best scores will be counted. All Events are National B status. 13th February 1 Cambrian Rally Llandudno 12th March 2 Malcolm Wilson Rally Cockermouth 16th April 3 Somerset Stages Minehead 14th May 4 Plains Rally Welshpool 11th June 5 Carlisle Stages Carlisle 9th July 6 Nicky Grist Stages Builth Wells 3rd September 7 Woodpecker Stages Ludlow 1st October 8 Trackrod Forest Stages Pickering rally-yorkshire Format 1.4 Scoring The Fiesta ST Trophy will run for the full duration of all the events in the calendar. All registered Fiesta ST Trophy competitors will be seeded within the BTRDA field. Fiesta ST Trophy results will be declared final at the end of the event. Registration for the BTRDA will be mandatory and is not included in the price of registering for the Fiesta ST Trophy; all competitors will be bound by both the Fiesta ST Trophy and BTRDA regulations to be eligible to score points in both series. The Fiesta ST Trophy positions will be determined by the overall classification of the event, unless a Fiesta ST Trophy penalty is applied. 20 points to the highest placed registered driver/co-driver, 18 points to the second, 17 points to the third and so on down to 2 points to the eighteenth placed driver/co- Fiesta ST Trophy Page 1 of 10

3 driver and every subsequent driver/co-driver who finish the event. 1 point will be awarded to every non-finisher. The total of the best six scores from all eight rounds will determine final championship points and positions. Ties in the championship standings will be resolved by considering the highest number of first places, second places, third places, etc. If this does not resolve a tie, the higher of the placing on the first round will be used. The end of season classification will be made provisional as soon as possible and within two days of the final event. It will be made final ten days after the date of the last round. Queries to the classification must be made in writing within three days of the provisional results being published. Junior drivers (elidgable for those 23 and under on January 1 st 2016) will compete for an end of year prize. Points will be based on their points gained in the overall Fiesta ST Trophy. 1.5 Driver Awards The individual Fiesta ST Trophy event awards will be as follows: 1st 2nd 3rd The overall end of season awards will be as follows: 1st 2nd 3rd The winning driver will entered into the DMACK Fiesta Trophy Shootout in a Ford FiestaR2. Free entry into 2016 Wales Rally GB National Rally, together with a DMACK subsidised tyre package. They will also receive a Fiesta ST Trophy memento award. The winner of the Fiesta ST Trophy will be called the Fiesta ST Trophy Champion Co-Driver Awards Registered Co-drivers will receive the following end of year awards: 1st 2nd 3rd 1st 2nd 3rd The Junior Driver end of season awards will be as follows: The winning driver will receive a test in a Ford FiestaR2. Free DMACK tyre package for 2017 British Rally Championship. They will also receive a Fiesta ST Trophy memento award Additional Awards Media Award Presented to the team who has created the most media presence throughout the year. Decided by a panel made up of Fiesta ST Trophy Chairman, Coordinator, Fiesta ST Fiesta ST Trophy Page 2 of 10

4 Trophy PR agent, amd a representative from DMACK Tyres. Constant media information and actions will be given more creditability than an end of season pack. Sponsor Awards Further awards may be presented by Sponsors and will be advised in a subsequent bulletin. 1.6 Validity The Fiesta ST Trophy Co-ordinator may amend, clarify or vary these regulations at any time before or during the Fiesta ST Trophy and further amendments, clarifications and variations will be published in official, numbered bulletins. All competitors accept these Regulations in full by signing the Registration Form. 2. SPORTING REGULATIONS CHAMPIONSHIP & EVENT PROCEDURES 2.1 Sign-on 2.2 Scrutineering All Drivers and Co-drivers must sign-on with the Fiesta ST Trophy Co-ordinator and with the BTRDA Rally Series at every event prior to the start in order to be eligible to score Fiesta ST Trophy Championship points. The engine and gearbox must be presented to the first event for scrutineering pre wired in order for the scrutineer to seal these items. A bulletin will be issued with details of required seals. 2.3 Post Event Scrutiny Following the end of the event, a random choice of registered Fiesta ST Trophy competitors will be asked to attend post-event scrutiny with their car. The Fiesta ST Trophy Coordinator shall also have the power to carry out detailed inspection of the vehicle within seven days after an event, or at any time between events at a mutually convenient location. The cost of this inspection and subsequent reassembly shall be borne by the competitor. These arrangements are not negotiable. Parts of the cars will be fitted with a seal, prior to receipt of the car and at various times thereafter, as described in the Technical Regulations. Tampering with or removal of seals, whether explained or not, will not be accepted and will be deemed as a technical infringement. The image of the Fiesta ST Trophy and its sponsors must be upheld at all times by competitors and their teams, at or away from events. 3. TECHNICAL REGULATIONS 3.1 General These Regulations are set out in accordance with the general regulations for Group N. Please remember that everything that is not explicitly allowed is strictly forbidden, even if it does not have any affect on the cars performance. The Fiesta ST Trophy Coordinator is available to help competitors with any questions or queries regarding what can and what cannot be altered on a competing car. We would encourage competitors to use this resource to check before attempting to do something that may not be allowed and which may result in a technical infringement. Participation in the Fiesta ST Trophy is only possible with a) a Ford Fiesta ST Gp.N donor car from any source plus applicable Conversion Kit built to conform to FIA Homologation number N All cars must comply with the FIA Homologation papers, which can be purchased directly from the MSA or FIA ( Please remember to request any extension papers. Fiesta ST Trophy Page 3 of 10

5 Fiesta ST s with a lower specification than the full M-Sport version may be used but must not provide a benefit over the homolgated version, and must be agreed by the Coordinator prior to competing on its first event. A comptitor may fit a non-sadev gearbox as long it provides no advantage over the Sadev gearbox. Non-Reiger suspension maybe used as long as it does not provide a benefit over the homologated suspension. All cars must be properly taxed, tested and insured as required. The Entrant/Driver is responsible for the conformity of his/her car at all times before, during or after an event. At every event, the Fiesta ST Trophy Coordinator must inspect all vehicles of the Fiesta ST Trophy before the vehicle can compete. The MSA logbook must be presented on each event. If the vehicle does not comply with the Regulations, the Fiesta ST Trophy Coordinator may request changes to be made and/or deny entry to the event. The evaluation of the condition of this vehicle lies with the Coordinator. 3.2 Ford Fiesta ST Gp.N Specifications Donor Vehicle Ford Fiesta ST Engine Data EngineTechnical Features Name Model dated from Oct 2004 for purchase from any source, promotional price from M-Sport. 2.0 Duratec 16V 150 PS 1999 cc 4 cylinders in line; DOHC; 16 valves; alloy cylinder head and block; electronic multipoint fuel injection Maximum Power Maximum Torque Transmission Ratios 1 st nd rd th th Reverse Final drive Performance Max Speed (mph) Weight Championship Min. Dimensions 165PS at 5800 rpm 202Nm at 5000 rpm 110Mph 1090 kg Length (mm) 3921 Width (mm) 1683 Height (mm) 1468 Wheelbase (mm) 2486 Track Front/Rear 1478/1444 Fiesta ST Trophy Page 4 of 10

6 Wheels OZ 6 x15 Gravel (Rally Racing) Chassis Bodywork Engine Suspension ECU Transmission Clutch Electrics Brakes The chassis can only be modified in conjunction with Gp.N regulations. Sound deadening and anticorrosion material may be removed, but no panels may be subject to any weight reduction procedure. Contrary to FIA Article 6.7, additional strengthening by welding is prohibited, unless particular locations are specified by Bulletin. Bodywork must remain as standard to comply with the FIA Gp.N regulations. It is not permitted to add, remove or modify any items of trim unless specifically allowed in these regulations or any subsequent bulletin. Items of trim may be removed or replaced with items from the Gp.N Fiesta ST options list, but no material may be removed from the body shell. The only permitted engine, auxiliaries and operating system is the 2.0L Duratec 16V as fitted to the Fiesta ST. The engine is secured by two seals and must not be opened without informing the Fiesta ST Trophy Coordinator in advance. The engine will be sealed before the first round of the championship to ensure fair play and to avoid the need to strip and verify engine eligibility during the season. At no point will the competitor be required to break any seals without advance consent of the Fiesta ST Trophy Coordinator. At the end of the season, the engine may be stripped for inspection to prove compliance with the regulations at any time. The competitor is responsible for the seals to stay intact. Any damage of the seals must be reported to the Fiesta ST Trophy Coordinator immediately, who will arrange for inspection and resealing. There may be a cost involved in the inspection and re-sealing. The breaking of a seal without advance notice, for whatever reason, will be seen as an infringement penalised under Section J of the MSA yearbook. The standard air filter system is the only approved version and the filter element within the standard air filter box is free. The permitted suspension is as supplied in the Fiesta ST Conversion Kit or from the list of approved optional accessories, or a lesser system agreed by the Fiesta ST Trophy Coordinator. It is not permitted to modify and/or use any different components in the suspension system and in particular springs will be checked and inspected. It is not permitted to disconnect and/or remove any part of the anti-roll bar system. The Fiesta ST Trophy coordinator may check the ECU at any time and Competitors may be required to have the ECU re-programmed by the Fiesta ST Trophy coordinator. Failure to allow this will be seen as an infringement and will result in penalties from Part C Section 2 of the General Competition Rules in the MSA Yearbook. The ECU will be sealed at he first event. The transmission will need to be sealed and/or to be inspected by the Fiesta ST Trophy coordinator. The only permitted clutch cover is Ford Part Number ; no other clutch is permitted. It is not authorised to amend either of these parts in any way. It is not permitted to remove any sections of the main wiring harness. It is not permitted to remove or modify any of the standard components in the braking system. It is permitted to disable and remove elements of the ABS braking system as outlined in the Gp.N Fiesta ST Build Manual. Parts of the braking system including the brake pads may be inspected and tested. Fiesta ST Trophy Page 5 of 10

7 Wheels / Steering Weight It is not permitted to modify and/or replace the steering system or any of these items. Wheels are free but not be lighter than M-Sport wheels. The Gp.N Fiesta ST must weigh a minimum of 1090kg at all times during an event. The weight may be checked at any time by the Fiesta ST Trophy Coordinator without the driver/co-driver or any of the Driver/Co-driver s personal equipment on board Fuel Tanks / Lines Silencing It is only permitted to use the standard fuel tank/fuel pump assembly as fitted to the Ford Fiesta ST. (Note: FIA Article 254, 6.9 cannot be applied (bag tank)). The noise level from the exhaust system can be checked at any point during the event and any readings in excess of the national regulations will be regarded as an infringement. It is not permitted to alter the exhaust catalyst in any way. The Fiesta ST Trophy Coordinator will be able to check the efficiency of the catalyst during each event and any deviation from the normal readings will result in an investigation of the system Car Trim/Interior As per FIA Appendix J, Article 254, Chapter , soundproof mats and trim, except doors and dashboard as specified in the aforementioned chapters may be removed. Cars with weld-in cages may use door trim as specified in the options kit Safety Fiesta ST 3.3 Tyres The cars must comply with, FIA Article 253 of the International Sporting Code and Appendix J of the current MSA yearbook. All Safety equipment stated in the specific Regulations needs to be in its designated place and fully operational in or on the car at all times. The only tyres that are permitted in the Fiesta ST Trophy are the following: Compounds are free DMACK G62 175/70/15 Gravel Random tyre inspections will take place on each Fiesta ST Trophy event by the Fiesta ST Trophy Coordinator and by the tyre supplier. Non compliance will lead to removal of points in the Fiesta ST Trophy for the event on which the offence has occurred. When taking part in any Championship promotional or PR event, only DMACK tyres may be fitted to the car. The use of tyre warmers / grip softeners and/or any form of run-flat device is forbidden. Non compliance with the Fiesta ST Tyre regulations will lead to removal of points in the Fiesta ST Trophy for the event on which the non-compliance has occurred. 4. SUPPLIERS DMACK Tyres, Glenn Patterson Tel: +44 (0) E: glenn.patterson@dmacktyres.com DMACK Tyre supplier; Mr Tyre Motorsport, Dan Jeffs Tel: +44 (0) Fiesta ST Trophy Page 6 of 10

8 5. FEES 5.1 Registration Fees The Fiesta ST Trophy registration fee is set at 100. This fee includes: Registration for Driver and Co-driver to the Fiesta ST Trophy Fiesta ST Trophy decals 6. COMMERCIAL REGULATIONS 6.1 Competitors Anyone taking part in any of the events that compromise the Fiesta ST Trophy will be bound by these commercial regulations. In these commercial regulations, the nomenclature definitions and abbreviations specified in the General Regulations and in the Sporting Regulations shall be adopted. Fiesta ST Trophy (the Promoter ) may amend, vary or add to the Commercial Regulations from time to time. Such amendments, variations and additions shall be notified by bulletin to all registered competitors by to the address detailed on the Fiesta ST Trophy registration form, or by delivery to the competitor by hand. All Fiesta ST Trophy competitors, entrants, teams, team members, and persons associated with any of the aforesaid agree to be bound by the commercial regulations and any additions, variations or amendments thereto. 6.2 Pictures / Television Rights 6.3 Car Decals The competitor transfers all rights on his/her own picture free of charge to the Fiesta ST Trophy Coordinator by signing the Registration Form. The competitor will be supplied with car decals that have to be fixed as shown overleaf below and other areas shown as clear are available for non-conflicting personal sponsors. The advertising regulations of the FIA and the ASN must be complied with. Sponsoring partners of teams who clash with or are in competition to the official partners of the Fiesta ST Trophy are not allowed to be shown on the car. In addition, advertising may not infringe any of the following terms: It is not likely to give offence; It does not show any political or religious position; It does not cover any of the obligatory stickers. All car decals are only applicable for the Fiesta ST Trophy. If a driver wants to start in a foreign Fiesta SportTrophy, he is committed to use the decals provided by the partner FST Co-ordinator. All competitors will be provided with one set of decals free of charge, additional sets may incur a charge. Non-compliance with car livery will be seen as infringement. The vehicle needs to comply with the following livery restrictions, with championship decal areas marked as shaded: Fiesta ST Trophy Page 7 of 10

9 6.3.1 Fiesta ST Trophy Decals Main logos are as follows; Fiesta ST Trophy strip along leading edge of bonnet below bonnet pins. DMACK logo on four corners of bumpers. Door number logo strip to rear of number square. Rear window sponsor decal. Additional logos maybe required as aditional supports come on board. Non compliance with the Fiesta ST decal regulations will lead to removal of points in the Fiesta ST Trophy for the event on which the non-compliance has occurred. 6.4 Liability / Insurance Every person participating in the events, whether employed or voluntary, shall take responsible care of the health and safety of themselves and other persons who might be affected by their actions or omissions. Entrants, Drivers and Co-Drivers must have valid insurance covering them against liability for both personal injury to and damage to the property of third parties on the public roads of the event. It is the Entrants, Drivers and Co-Drivers responsibility to arrange such insurance and/or to extend or adjust existing insurance as necessary. Fiesta ST Trophy Page 8 of 10

10 7. DECLARATION FOR SIGN-ON I declare: That I have been given an opportunity to read the Sporting, Technical and Commercial Regulations to this series and agree to be bound by them and by the BTRDA Rally Series Regulations. I am physically and mentally fit to take part in this Championship and am competent to do so. I acknowledge that I understand the nature and type of the competition and the potential risk inherent with motorsport and agree to accept that risk. I undertake to follow the rules and the spirit of the Fiesta ST Trophy to ensure fair play and sustain this equality for all competitors. That I will not (either now or in the future) refer to any of the Fiesta ST Trophy Officials in a way that may damage their reputation or good name. I will conduct myself in a civil and proper manner as befits the best traditions of national motorsport and shall do nothing to bring or be likely to bring into disrepute the reputation goodwill or image of the Fiesta ST Trophy or any of their respective sponsors or motorsport itself. That I have acquainted myself with the MSA General Regulations, agree to pay any appropriate charges and fees pursuant to those Regulations (to include any appendices thereto) and hereby agree to be bound by those regulations and submit myself without reserve to the consequences resulting from those regulations (and any subsequent alteration thereof). Signed. Print name.. Date. Fiesta ST Trophy Page 9 of 10