MSX 2014 Brochure

1,000+ AmAzing Products And services

25+ exPert-led rAcing seminArs

100+ must-see exhibits

IN ASSOCIATION WITH

held in conjunction with sccA’s nAtionAl convention!

March 7–9, 2014 | charlotte convention centercharlotte, north carolina

FeAtured sPeAKers: rAndY Pobst Pirelli world chAllenge chAmPion

AndY PilgrimPirelli world chAllenge chAmPion

+ road racing + solo/Autocross + Pdx + hill climb + time trials + rally + rallycross

exPerience the world oF AmAteur motorsPorts At

rev uP For success

The first annual MSX, the North American MotorSports Expo,

unites members of the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) with

national car clubs and driving enthusiasts from around the

country. This one-of-a-kind event focuses on all forms of road

racing — helping you build better, drive smarter and win!

world-clAss exhibitorsSee the industry’s top companies displaying their innovative products and services, including:

+ Aim sports, llc

+ Aem Performance electronics

+ carbotech Performance brakes

+ carolina regional mustang club

+ classic motorsports

+ grassroots motorsports

+ holliday canopies

+ K & K insurance group inc.

+ motorsport illustrated news

+ motorsportreg.com

+ mylaps sports timing

+ Performance Friction brakes

+ race-Keeper

+ rAcer

+ ralf racing

+ re suspension technology

+ sports car club of America

+ sportscar

+ sunoco, inc.

+ traqmate

+ williams racing development

Plus many more! Visit www.msxexpo.com for the complete list.

Free Access For sccA members to the msx exPo Floor

AccelerAte Your comPetitive edgeMSX is about getting racers into the action. This event provides product and performance solutions for drivers who buy and drive in all forms of racing competition.

see more thAn 100 exhibitors showcAsing their newest Products

AxlesBearingsBlowersBrakesCamsCarburetorsChassisCoatingsCrankshaftsData AcquisitionDriveshafts

DrivetrainsElectronicsEnginesExhaustsFuel CellsGasketsHardwareHeadersIgnition SystemsInsuranceOil Products &

Lubricants

PistonsPushrodsRacewear &

ApparelRestraints Safety GearSeatingSoftware &

TechnologiesSteeringSuspension

Systems

Tires & WheelsTrailers &

Hauling Equipment

TransmissionsValvesWelding

ProductsWheelsWindscreens

show hoursFridAY, mArch 7 6:00 Pm – 7:30 Pm

sAturdAY, mArch 8 10:00 Am – 5:00 Pm

sundAY, mArch 9 10:00 Am – 3:00 Pm

exhibitor worKshoPs And demos

See exhibitors showcase their products, services and expertise right on the show floor!

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MSX offers in-depth programming and education for racing you won’t find ANYWHERE else. Learn about:

FeAtured sPeAKers

driving ways to advance driving skills

dAtA Acquisition tips for leveraging data and boosting

performance into a winning streak

business best practices for securing sponsors and

managing the business aspects of the industry

one-oF-A-KindrAcing worKshoP/conFerence

technologY Products and technology to build and improve race cars

Saturday, March 8

rAndY Pobst+ Two-time Rolex 24

winner

+ Two-time SCCA Solo National Champion

+ Two-time SCCA Runoffs National Champion

+ Six-time Pirelli World Challenge Champion

Racecraft: The Natural Laws of Passing

Sunday, March 9

AndY Pilgrim+ Five Pro

Championships

+ 64 Pro Race Wins

+ National Corvette Hall of Fame

+ Three-time Rolex 24 Winner

+ 2005 Pirelli World Challenge GT Champion

Analyzing the Course/Distracted Driving Education

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guY AnKenY

roger cAddell

deAn cAse

miKe collins

jim drAgo

chArles esPenlAub (invited)

rYAn eversleY (invited)

tom Fowler

terrY giles

lee grimes

steve hoelscher

AndY hollis

Ken PAYne

AditYA mAdhAvAn

tom moore

AndY Pilgrim

rAndY Pobst

tom sPeArs

glenn stePhens

ted theodore

dAn tileY

lee williAms

onlY At msx!come heAr the mAsters oF rAcing –

www.msxexPo.com/register


schedule oF events

sAturdAY, mArch 8Time Session Speaker Track

10:30 aM – 11:30 aM Chassis 101 — Build a Winning FoundationIs your chassis built to win?

Lee Grimes Technology

How to Correctly Use Your Safety EquipmentYour life may depend on safety equipment — are you using it properly?

Charles Espenlaub (invited)

Driving

Drive Trains — Get the Most out of What You HaveCould you be getting more from your existing setup?

Lee Williams Technology

Hillclimb — Economical adrenaline-Packed Motorsports CompetitionDo you know the fastest growing segment in time trials?

Ted Theodore Driving

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Saturday Keynote — Randy Pobst

1:30 PM – 2:30 PM Shocks 101 — Science and Physics for RacersCould physics win you more races?

Guy Ankeny Technology

Data acquisition — The BasicsCan you translate numbers into wins?

Glenn Stephens Data Acquisition

Getting to the TrackWill you be sitting on the roadside when the race starts?

Tom Spears,Tom Moore

Business

Getting the Most out of Your Tires and BrakesCan a few key secrets shave seconds off your time?

Ken Payne Technology

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Shocks 201 — advanced SkillsWhat does your competition know about shocks that you don’t?

Lee Grimes Technology

Data for Setup — Solo/autocrossHow can you change your setup for better times in Solo?

Andy Hollis Data Acquisition

Driver FitnessIn a race of milliseconds, could your fitness leave you behind?

Ryan Eversley (invited)

Driving

Driving Simulators — More Than a GameCould you be improving every day through simulations?

Check msxexpo.com

Driving

FridAY, mArch 76:00 PM – 7:30 PM Opening Night Reception


sAturdAY, mArch 8 (continued)Time Session Speaker Track

4:30 PM – 5:30 PM Chassis 201 — Grassroots aerodynamicsHow much is the air slowing you down?

Aditya Madhaven Technology

Data for Setup — Road CourseIs your car set up to win on the road course?

Steve Hoelscher Data Acquisition

Sponsorship, Marketing and PRCould you be making money racing?

Dean Case Business

Spec Miata Jim Drago, Tom Fowler, Mike Collins

Driving

sundAY, mArch 9Time Session Speaker Track

10:30 aM – 11:30 aM Chassis 301 — Prepare Like a ProCould some advanced chassis secrets make all the difference?

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Technology

Data for Driving — Road CourseHow can data improve your driving skill on the road course?

Roger Caddell Data Acquisition

Racecraft — The Natural Laws of PassingCould passing standards improve motorsports?

Randy Pobst Driving

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Sunday Keynote — andy Pilgrim

1:30 PM – 2:30 PM How to Get the Most out of a Dyno DayAre you getting your money’s worth out of your dyno days?

Dan Tiley Technology

Data for Driving — Solo/autocrossDoes data hold the key to championship driving in Solo?

Steve Hoelscher Data Acquisition

Tax Law – Can I Legally Write Off My Racing?Is what you don’t know costing you money?

Steven Keadle Business

Testing 101 — Preparing for Optimal Testing ResultsCan you get more out of your testing before ever hitting the track?

Andy Hollis Driving


msx AdvisorY boArd+ Tony Ave, Professional Car

Builder, Team Owner and Championship Driver

+ Dr. Kent Carter, SW Division Time Trial Administrative Council Representative

+ Mike Collins, Founder/Partner, MEATHEAD Racing

+ Philip Creighton, SCCA Pro BOD, Formula and Sports Car Prep Shop Owner

+ Lisa Noble, President & CEO, SCCA

+ Ron Foley, RallyCross Board Member, Marketing Committee Chairman

+ Eric Prill, VP Marketing & Communications, SCCA

+ Aimee Thoennes, Executive Assistant, SCCA

+ Heyward Wagner, Communications Manager, Tire Rack National Solo Program

KAREN bAbb

SKIP bArber

KATHY bArnes

CHuCK BILLINGTON

MARGE binKs

JOHN bishoP

BOB bondurAnt

JOHN bornholdt

JOHN buFFum

BILL chAmbres

NICK crAw

BRIGGS cunninghAm

JIM downing

CHARLIE eArwood

JOHN Fitch

JIM FitzgerAld

TOM FOSTER

MARC gerstein

DAN gurneY

CARL A. hAAs

JIM hAll

BOB hubbArd

PETE hYlton

BILL johnson

ROGER johnson

R. DAVID jones

BERDIE mArtin

DENISE mccluggAge

BILL milliKen

BOBBY rAhAl

SuE roethel

FRED schmucKer

ART trier

ROB wAlKer

WAYNE zitKus

sccA oFFiciAl PArtners

meet and greet some of the legends at msx!

sccA hAll oF FAmers


sccAnAtionAl convention

visit www.sccA.com/convention For the schedule And more inFormAtion.

building tomorrow’s legends.

Running Friday afternoon through Sunday, March 7–9, the SCCA National

Convention is the annual gathering for the Sports Car Club of America.

Instructional sessions and specialty training, leadership seminars, award

receptions and more are a part of the Club’s National Convention.

sccA hAll oF FAme inductionGreg Creamer, one of road-racing’s foremost broadcasters, will be hosting this year’s SCCA Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. The 2014 class is loaded with legends of motorsports. Bob Bondurant, Dan Gurney, safety heroes Dr. Bob Hubbard and Jim Downing, historian and SCCA ambassador Pete Hylton, and Kathy Barnes will all be honored.

A ticket to the Hall of Fame Induction Banquet is included with the full Convention registration. A ticket to the banquet and ceremony is available for purchase for just $100 before February 21, 2014.

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chArlotte welcomes msx

Charlotte’s motorsport heritage is undeniable, making it a racing enthusiast’s dream destination. Charlotte is proud to host MSX and SCCA’s National Convention. With its ties to racing’s past, present and future, Charlotte is not only the perfect location for MSX, but somewhere you’ll want to extend your stay to see all the city has to offer.

booK Your hotel

The Westin Charlotte is pleased to offer a group rate of $129 per night to MSX and SCCA National Convention participants. This group rate is available until February 2, 2014, and is subject to availability. Book online at www.msxexpo.com.


registrAtion inFormAtion

Full conFerence:(includes MSX Expo & Opening Reception)sccA member .............................................................................................$95non-member ..............................................................................................$145bonus! add SCCa membership (a $65 value!) ................................. +$15 exPo onlY:sccA member ..........................................................................................FREEnon-member ................................................................................................$10

sccA’s nAtionAl convention:Held in conjunction with MSX (includes MSX Expo & Opening Reception)sccA member............................................................................................$295 (includes one Hall of Fame Banquet Ticket and MSX Expo) sccA hall of Fame banquet ticket ....................................................... $100

reAdY. set. register!From precision and performance to speed and competition, MSX connects you with peers, industry experts, equipment manufacturers and service providers to enhance your racing experience.

www.msxexPo.com/register

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