Autosolo
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AutoSolo in the United Kingdom
is a form of Motorsport based around the principles of autotesting
, the main differences being that the tests are run in a forward direction only and are usually slightly faster and more open than traditional Autotests. Courses are usually larger than those for Autotesting, and as the courses are laid out to run in one direction, its common for more than 1 car to be on the course at the same time.
Autosolos are similar to the popular American motorsport of autocross
also known as Solo2.
As with all motorsports in the UK, Autosolos are goverened by the Motor Sports Association
(MSA) and regulations for them are listed under 'Part M Autotests 'of the 'Blue Book'.
United Kingdom
The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern IrelandIn the United Kingdom and Dependencies, other languages have been officially recognised as legitimate autochthonous languages under the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages...
is a form of Motorsport based around the principles of autotesting
Autotesting
Autotesting involves a series of tests, generally around traffic cones, to measure precision driving skill. The tests often include stopping with the front and rear wheels straddling a line, and always end stopping in a garage . Sections of each test are usually completed in reverse...
, the main differences being that the tests are run in a forward direction only and are usually slightly faster and more open than traditional Autotests. Courses are usually larger than those for Autotesting, and as the courses are laid out to run in one direction, its common for more than 1 car to be on the course at the same time.
Autosolos are similar to the popular American motorsport of autocross
Autocross
Autocross is a form of motorsports that emphasizes safe competition and active participation. An autocross is a timed competition where drivers navigate one at a time through a defined course on either sealed or unsealed surfaces...
also known as Solo2.
As with all motorsports in the UK, Autosolos are goverened by the Motor Sports Association
Motor Sports Association
The Motor Sports Association , is the official governing body of motorsport in the United Kingdom.-Responsibilities:...
(MSA) and regulations for them are listed under 'Part M Autotests 'of the 'Blue Book'.