Soap Box Derby Rules

Rules are drafted by the National Control Board and adopted by the Board of Trustees of the All-American Soap Box Derby. Specific questions regarding interpretation of these rules may be directed in writing or by e-mail to the National Control Board in care of the All-American Soap Box Derby. However, while the National Control Board may provide guidance in a given situation, the final decision making authority on a local level lies with those local officials named for that purpose. Accordingly, the guidance rendered by the National Control Board shall in no event alter or limit the authority of the local officials as to a local race. In each case those officials will endeavor to reach correct and fair decisions but they will not necessarily be bound by precedents or advanced opinions.

.The two main purposes of the rules contained in this book are fairness to all competitors and safety. If the rules sometimes appear exceptionally restrictive, it is because experience has shown that too much room for interpretation sometimes results in a deviation from the intent of the rule. 
 
 We believe that all competitors should have an equal chance based upon their own abilities.It is important that the Derby car operates with maximum safety and that there are no cars parts which would cause injury in the event of loss of control.Rules are designated to facilitate a smooth conduct of the race by avoiding unnecessary delays.In addition, all notes, diagrams and construction manuals provided by the All-American Soap Box Derby shall be considered as part of this rulebook. These include the latest editions of the Stock, Super Stock, and Masters Division plans.

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Mini Grand Prix Rules

These rules are intended to assist in the orderly conduct of the Mini Grand Prix and to further insure participant and spectator safety.

Each team will consist of a maximum of five (5) team members participating inside the course perimeter, including at least two (2) drivers. Drivers must be at least 21 years of age. All team members must be at least 18 years of age.

The Chief Steward's decision in all matters is final.

Car sponsors are responsible for the behavior of their team members at all times during the race.

Any team member, race official or volunteer who has consumed any alcoholic beverage or narcotic on the day of the race will NOT participate. NO SMOKING IN THE PITS OR IMPOUND AREA.
 
In order to be eligible, a car must be in "stock" condition (i.e., as delivered by the manufacturer) except for permitted modifications.

All fuel will be provided by and dispensed by race officials.

No one under 18 will be permitted in the working pits. Car sponsors will not permit anyone to enter or leave their pit area over the fencing behind the pit.

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