The ABkC represents approximately thirty kart clubs in the UK, almost all of the active clubs. The ABkC, which was formed in 1990, is `governed` by a steering group. The ABKC is recognised as the Regional Association for kart clubs. The ABkC has a seat on the Motorsport UK Regional Committee, Kart Committee and Kart Technical Working Group.

The ABkC helps to formulate the kart class regulations in close liaison with Motorsport UK. For more details please visit our website www.abkc.org.uk

The Association of Central Southern Motor Clubs has grown into one of the most active Regional Associations in the country.

The Association's main activities are:

< Organising Regional Championships for Autotest, AutoSOLO, Sprint, Hillclimb and Stage Rallies.
< Supporting and promoting the growth of our member Clubs through our Regional meetings and spin-off activities to develop and grow our sport.
< Encouraging newcomers into motor sport as Competitors, Marshals, and Organisers.
< Representing the interests of our Clubs in communication and collaborative working with Motorsport UK through Regional Committee and less formal engagement, for the benefit of all.
< Being ambassadors for presenting motor sport in a positive and pro-active way to our wider communities.

What is a Classic Trial ?


Firstly, the point has to be made that classic trials are not just for classic cars or bikes, although many do take part. Classic trials are for all sorts of cars and motorbikes. What is “classic” about classic trials is the format of the events.

Today’s classic trials reflect the style that was prevalent in the 1930s when works teams from Ford, Austin, Singer, MG and others battled it out for advertising honours over long distances and the steep muddy slopes of the country. The route is used primarily to get from one slope to the next and the timing is used mainly to keep the whole event on some sort of schedule rather than as a way of penalising competitors. Many of the observed sections, which is the name given to the muddy slopes on which one’s performance is observed are the same ones which were used at that time and are still as capable of challenging modern vehicles as they were then.

The average modern classic trial runs to about 70-100 miles on roads in between the observed sections. There are usually 14-18 sections to each event with a variety of different surfaces to test your skills. The events are scored by markers by the side of the section, numbered from 12 at the bottom down to 1 at the top. Marks are scored by getting the front wheel(s) past the marker. At the end of the day the driver/rider with the lowest score is the winner. Sometimes sections will include a stop & restart test. If you remember the trauma of the hill start when you were learning to drive, this gives you some idea of this test, but now you are asked to do the same on a 1 in 4 hill on thick mud or greasy rock, without rolling back so much as an inch. In addition there is usually a tie deciding speed test to resolve competition between drivers/riders who have scored the same number of penalties.

Each year there are about 20-25 of these trials each organised by one of the member clubs that comprise The Association of Classic Trials Clubs (ACTC). Numbers are normally limited to between 60 and 100 competitors. About 16 of the events make up the ACTC annual championships, the two main awards for cars in this being the ‘Wheelspin Trophy’ with points awarded for overall position and the ‘Crackington Cup’ with points awarded based on position in class. There are two awards for motorcycles – the Pouncy League for solos and the Red Rose Bowl for 3-wheelers.

AMRO members form part of the mandatory "Safety Triangle" (Doctor, Rescue & Recovery) of services present on Motorsport events and our role extends to Rescue Assistance, Incident Management, Communications and Recovery duties. Our members are trained and assessed several times a year to the Motorsport UK requirements.

AMRO also provide recovery training and assessments on behalf of Motorsport UK.

Membership of AMRO is open to all Motorsport UK Recovery Licence holders including trainees.

Created on the 5th of July 1961, and originally called the Lincolnshire Association of Motor Clubs, it was on the 28th of November 1963 when the Association of North East Midland Motor Clubs was recognised by the R.A.C. (Royal Automobile Club) and has since been the link between its member clubs and the now governing body for four-wheel motorsport in the UK, Motorsport UK, who provides guidance & support for any member of a motor club.

Formed in 1957, the Association of North-Western Car Clubs is one of 13 Motor Sport Associations across the UK, answerable to the governing body, Motorsport UK, to administer and encourage motor sport in the area. Our representation on Motorsport UK Regional Committee provides a direct link between our own club members and the governing body.
Geographically, our official area of responsibility is quite small, comprising mainly Merseyside, Cheshire and the North-East of Wales. In reality our area of operation is extensive, with over 120 member clubs from a much larger area, who organise events far and wide, many of which are rounds of our various championships for the members of those clubs, covering most motor sport disciplines and catering for both novice and expert competitors.
We also have officials on Motorsport UK committees and a wealth of knowledge that we willingly share with our members.
On our website, you can discover information about our member clubs and their upcoming events, comprehensive championship details, and frequently updated championship standings. If you're interested in participating in any of our championships, you'll also find a registration form. Additionally, you can access information about our quarterly meetings, where representatives from member clubs can voice their opinions on various motorsport-related subjects. We also maintain an archive of past meeting minutes for your reference.

The ASKC is an association of 4 registered MSA clubs as follows:
1. East of Scotland Kart Club;
2. Grampian Kart Club;
3. North of Scotland Kart Club; and
4. West of Scotland Kart Club.

The constitution of the ASKC is managed by voting representatives of the above clubs, one of whom shall be chairperson at each meeting, together with (non-voting) ASKC appointed Registrar, Treasurer and ASKC Super Series Coordinator.

The ASKC oversees provision of (non-seeded ABkC) race numbers across relevant kart classes, and coordinates the ASKC Super Series multi-round competition (for the "S" plate) as well as the one round "Scottish" Championship event (for the "A" plate).

The ASKC promotes organised promotion of kart-related activities and growth of kart racing as a sport in Scotland. It provides a forum for discussion of the 4 clubs' interests. It represents the clubs, and wider kart racing community in Scotland, where appropriate, at ABkC, national or other relevant (e.g. manufacturer) level within the UK kart racing community.

The Austin Healey Car Club is about preserving and enjoying the marque. It is for Healey enthusiasts, especially Austin Healey Sprites, Austin Healey 100, Austin Healey 3000 but also including Warwick and Jensen Healeys.
The Club has a National Committee with Regional Centres each with their own organising committee. In addition there is a competition group called Healey Sport.
The Club organises a wide range of events including monthly pub meets across the country, treasure hunts, concours, weekend social events and competition championships including racing, sprints and hill climbs. The Club is also liaises with other overseas Healey Clubs including organising the European Meetings every 5 years. In short, something to meet all people's tastes including one's partner. In addition, every month there is the excellent magazine Revcounter, with over 30 pages in colour covering all matters Healey and more.

Would you please remove the presidents name ( J. Chatham ) from our Austin Healey club south western club details.

Tony Alden, Treasurer South western section

The club was formed in 1980 for the sole purpose of organising and promoting the sport of Autotesting in Northern Ireland, a sport that the Province has excelled in over the past 40 years. The Club is one of only two of its kind in the UK. As a specialist Club having a committee made up of very experienced competitors and officials, advice can be given to both beginners and experienced drivers. The Club organises seven events each year, two rounds of the Northern Ireland Championship, three clubman events, the Lee Lucas Classic Trial and an All Forward Challenge. The Club runs its own Championship for Beginners, Semi-experts and Experts with various classes to cover all types of cars including standard road cars. In addition the Club is involved with Autotest displays around the Province and organises Special "Tandem" Autotest events with RPM TV. The Autotest Drivers Club also organises Charity events each year.