This is not the official CARS regulations, but a copy of a web page ( http://www.qcma.org/autoxrls.htm ) that appears to be accurate.

The following are general rules for all Rally Sprints run by CARS affiliated clubs. Additional rules may be added by an individual region and/or a Rally Sprint series to supplement these regulations, but these regional or series regulations may not contravene these National Rally Sprint Regulations.

Definition:

Rally Sprints are competition events where participants compete, one at a time, against the clock and total time taken over the competitive sections of the event determines placing. Rally Sprints are both a level of competitive event on their own and a development even preparing competitors for participation in performance rally events. Rally Sprints are meant to be designed to accent the development of vehicle handling skills while limiting both top and average speeds attainable by competitors.
Rally Sprints are tow basic types: (a) single course at a single venue (hereafter called Rally Cross) or (b) multiple courses at either a single venue or multiple venues which follow a rally format of stage and transit (hereafter called Rally Sprint).

1.0 Rally Cross

1.1 General Requirements

1.1.1 A Rally Cross is an event generally held on an unpaved, flat surface, wherein the course generally consists of straight sections and connecting turns or corners. Accent in course design is also placed on the general avoidance of obstacles such as trees, exposures, deep ditches, etc.

1.1.2 Only one car is permitted on the course at any one time.

1.1.3 Rally Cross events are to be insured under the organizing club's General Liability Insurance policy provided they are held on private lands.

1.1.4 All persons allowed on site, must sign the insurance waiver.

1.1.5 Organizers reserve the right to exclude any vehicle or person from further participation in the event at any time for reasons of perceived safety concerns involving either the conditions of the vehicle or the conduct of the person.

1.2 Eligibility of Competitors and Vehicles

1.2.1 Competitors

(a) The following documents, valid on the day(s) of the event, must be presented at registration:

i) driver's license for the crew member listed as driver

ii) vehicle registration (if road licensed vehicle)

iii) when the owner of the vehicle is not entered as the driver or passenger, a written authorization from the owner of the vehicle.

iv) for any participant (driver or passenger) under the age of majority of the province, a written permission signed by a parent or guardian

(b) Passengers (sixteen or older) are permitted.

1.2.2 Vehicles

(a) Vehicles must be based on a production, closed body and chassis to compete.

(b) All loose items in the vehicle must be removed during the event (including from the trunk)

(c) Snap-on hubcaps, detachable fender skirts and trim rings must removed.

(d) Tires must be in good condition, with no cord or belts showing or cracks in the tread or sidewalls.

(e) Mechanical condition and safety of the vehicle is the responsibility of the competitor.

1.2.3 Mandatory equipment

(a) Helmets bearing "Snell Memorial Foundation" 1990 M or SA (or more recent) labels must be worn by all drivers and passengers.

(b) Minimum three point seat harnesses must be worn by drivers and passengers

1.3 Event Organization

1.3.1 Authorizations and Permits

(a) Proper authority for use of the venue must be obtained and such permission must be available for scrutiny at registration.

1.3.2 Security Measures

a)Security measures will be in force to insure the safety of competitors, officials and spectators (closing of the course, start and finish locations, communications, recovery,etc.)

1.3.3 Course Design

a) The course shall not exceed 3 km long.

b) The course shall be arranged such that the maximum speed for an average competitor shall not exceed 70 kph.

c) The course shall be arranged such that is clear of all heavy stationary objects. If this is not possible, tires, hay bales or other compressible barrier shall be used to minimize vehicle damage should contact occur.

d) The course should configured in such a way as to minimize the possibility of rollover.

e) The use of chicanes (consisting of hale bales, pylons or similar soft materials) on straights of greater than 100 m is recommended. The use of bumps or yumps to reduce speeds is not permitted.

f) Organizers reserve the right to change the course configuration at any time during the competition should a portion of the course deteriorate.

g) Marshals shall be placed such that all competing vehicles will be visible at all times while on the route.

h) A stop box may be used at the end of a run. A time penalty of 10 seconds must be assessed if a vehicle does not stop within the box.

i) Each driver will be provided as opportuniy to walk or drive through the course, of to have a parade lap, prior to the first run.

2.0 Rally Sprint

2.1 General Requirements

2.1.1 A Rally Sprint is an event generally held on private or controlled public raods and is made up of short stages (closed to public traffic) and transits (open to public traffic). Performance is measured by timing procedures as defined in CARS national rally regulations (see NRR IV and V).

2.1.2 Only one car is permitted on stage at any one time although several stages may be running simultaneously.

2.1.3 Rally Sprint events are to be insured under CARS rally sprint insurance available through the CARS. The event insurance certificate must be displayed at the event registration.

2.1.4 All persons involved in the event as participants, officials, service crews, etc. must sign the insurance waiver.

2.1.5 Organizers reserve the right to exclude any vehicle or participant from further participation in the event at any time for reasons of perceived safety concerns involving either the condition of the vehicle of the conduct of the participant.

2.2 Eligibility of Competitors and Vehicles

2.2.1 Competitors

(a) The following documents, valid on the day(S) of the event, must be presented at registration:

i) driver's license for the crew member listed as driver

ii) vehicle registration

iii) liability insurance for the entered vehicle

iv) when the owner of the vehicle is not entered as the driver or passenger, a written authorization from the owner of the vehicle

v) for any participant (driver or passenger) under the age of majority of the province, a written permission signed by a parent or guardian

vi) rally sprint competition licenses, issued by the CARS region, for both driver and co-driver (regional or national licenses also accepted)

2.2.2 Vehicles

a) Vehicles must be based on a production, closed body and chassis to compete.

b) All competing vehicles must be roadworthy and the following items, in particular, must be adequate and functioning properly: all brakes, horn, windshield wipers, all legally required exterior lights, tires (including all spares) and exhaust system.

c) All loose items in the vehicle must be fastened securely during the event (including items in the trunk).

d) Mechanical condition and safety of the vehicle is the responsibility of he competitor.

2.2.3 Mandatory equipment

a) Helmets bearing "Snell Memorial Foundation "1990 (or more recent) must be worn by all drivers and co-drivers.

b) A tow rope, fire extinguisher, first aid kit and a self supporting reflective triangle must be carried in the vehicle.

c) A roll bar with 4 point attachments (rear main hoop, back stays, and double diagonal) is the minimum requirement. This roll bar must comply to CARS standards (see NRR II c.2). A full roll cage, compliant to CARS standards is mandatory when a driver enters his fourth rally sprint.

d) In the case of a driver entering a modified vehicle or if the driver has previously entered a performance rally as a driver , then a full rollcage is required/

e) Minimum three point seat harnesses must be worn by drivers and co-drivers. However, 5 or 6 point harnesses, compliant to CARS standards (see NRR II c.3), are mandatory when a roll cage is installed.

2.3 Event Organization

2.3.1 Authorizations and Permits

a)Proper authority for use of the venue must be obtained and such permissions must be available for scrutiny at registration.

b) The event must have a permit issued by CARS region.

2.3.2 Security Measures

a) Security measures must be in force to insure the safety of competitors, officials and spectators (closing of roads, traffic controls, start and finish locations, communications, recovery, etc.)

2.3.3 Course Design

a) The special stages of the event will be run on short (max.3 km) segments of road, public or private, closed to all traffic.

b) The roads used a special stages shall be carefully chosen to reflect the overall intention of rally sprint events to be a performance rally entry level.

c) The roads used as special stages shall be chosen so that the coverage speed for an average competitor does not exceed 80km/h. In case the condition is not met, despite best efforts, organizers will have to take action to correct this situation in order to use this road again in the future.

2.3.4 Event Officials

a) Marshals shall be placed along the stage to ensure security timing and the proper management of the event.

b) Radio communications will be used in such a way that, in case of emergency, competing vehicles can be stopped.

c) Event officials will act as judges of fact for the whole duration of the event.

2.3.5 Documents

a) Supplementary regulations shall be made available before the event.

ii) Necessary documents such as detailed route book and odometer check shall be supplied to all participating teams.