2026 Tire Rack SCCA Time Attack Challenge at Buttonwillow Raceway Park

November 14, 2026 to November 15, 2026
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Strap in—the Tire Rack SCCA® Time Attack Challenge Series is heading to Buttonwillow Raceway Park for a no-holds-barred weekend alongside the Global Time Attack Finale, where the series championships are decided, lap records are hunted, and the season comes to a full-throttle close.

Located in California’s Central Valley, Buttonwillow Raceway Park is home to CW13—the de facto Time Attack configuration on the West Coast. Fast, technical, and relentlessly demanding, CW13 is the benchmark layout for chasing outright lap time. Its mix of high-speed sweepers, late-braking zones, and critical corner exits rewards precision, commitment, and a well-dialed setup. If you want a layout that tells the truth about both car and driver, this is it.

Want to know where you stand? Buttonwillow has long been a measuring stick for Time Attack performance, and with National Time Trial competitors sharing the weekend with the Global Time Attack Finale, the competition will be fierce. Whether you’re chasing a Personal Best, battling for class honors, or looking to finish the season strong, this is the place to put it all on the line.

When the sun drops and the engines cool, Buttonwillow’s legendary paddock culture takes over. Set up camp, compare data, bench race with friends, and replay the laps that mattered most—because at events like this, the stories don’t end when the track goes quiet.

Ready to finish the season on the West Coast’s most iconic Time Attack layout? Register now and join us at Buttonwillow Raceway Park for a weekend of all-out performance, precision driving, and championship-level intensity with the Tire Rack SCCA® Time Attack Challenge Series and the Global Time Attack Finale.

FAST FACTS

ON-TRACK

    • Event takes place at Buttonwillow Raceway Park.
    • Each driver gets one practice session to start the event, followed by three competition sessions each day.
    • Results will be based by combining each driver's fastest lap on each each day. The podium highlights the three lowest combined times per class.
    • Drivers will be grouped by their experience level, and gridded by lap times following the practice session.

    Registration opens on Friday, August 19th at 3pm CST. Capacity is limited to 60, so sign up early to get that early bird discount!!  

    Time Attack Entry Fee: $550

    Early Bird Entry Fee: $450 - Ends August 28th!

    Event Lead John Hunter
    Competition Director TBA
    Driver Coaches TBA


    A. DRIVER ELIGIBILITY: The event is open to all drivers with a valid state driver's license and a full membership to the SCCA. If you don't have a membership you can join when you register.

    B. TIME TRIALS LICENSES: It will help if you have one, but it's OK if you don't. Event officials will work with you to make sure you get one fitting your experience level at the event. (No charge.)

    C. MEDICAL: Please notify the Officials of any pertinent medical condition(s). Any participants involved in an accident in which there is significant damage or any injury, or at a race official’s discretion, MUST present themselves or be transported to the track medical facility for evaluation. Off-site medical transportation fees may apply.

    D. MINOR DRIVERS: Drivers 16- and 17-years-old, with a state-issued driver's license can compete, but there is some extra paperwork. Please contact Officials before the event and get approval from the Event Lead.

    A. VEHICLE ELIGIBILITY: Competition is open to all vehicles conforming to the National Time Trials Classes. Some tracks do not allow Electric Vehicles. Please refer to Track Information to verify EV eligibility.

    B. DECALS: All cars must have Tire Rack SCCA Time Attack Challenge decals and any required partner decals visibly placed on each side of the vehicle and a Tire Rack windshield banner at the top of the front windshield. Decals will be provided free of charge and may be obtained at registration and/or tech. A diagram of sticker placement for Time Attack Challenge events can be found here: Time Attack Challenge Decal Placement. A diagram of sticker placement for Time Trials Nationals will be available soon.

    C. TECHNICAL INSPECTION: All vehicles must be presented at tech to turn in tech forms and pass the event safety inspection (Tech) if required prior to any on-course participation. Tech may also check event sponsor decal requirements and verify compliance of Vehicle Identification. Competitors are cautioned that vehicle/identification color combinations such as red/black, red/blue, and white/silver do not have adequate contrast.

    D. TIMING & SCORING: All cars are required to use fully operational Westhold, MyLaps/AMB TranX260 or X2 transponders. The driver is responsible for providing correct information to Timing & Scoring. Non-functioning transponders will likely result in the loss of times.

    E. RENTAL TRANSPONDERS: Rental transponders are available through registration.

    A. GENERAL RULES: This event is governed by the 2026 SCCA Time Trial Rules (TTR), National Competition Format and National Classing as outlined at timetrials.scca.com plus the rules and procedures found on this page.

    B. PASSING & TRACK PROCEDURES: Groups will use the suggested passing rules and procedures for Novice, Intermediate and Advanced Drivers as outlined in the “Rules of The Track” section found at timetrials.scca.com.

    C. CLOTHING: Drivers are required to wear the minimum clothing outlined in the SCCA Time Trials Rules or as required in the specific track rules for their car and class. Safe apparel must be worn in the pits at all times (shirts and closed toe shoes). Crew members on pit lane must display their event credentials at all times while on pit lane.

    D. PACED LAPS: Paced Laps are intended for Novice Drivers and Drivers who have never seen the track. Other drivers may join with permission of their group's driver coach if they join at the back and track density permits.

    E. PIT LANE: The speed limit on pit road is 25 mph. No tire scrubbing in the pit lane prior to entering the course.

    F. IMPOUND: Drivers will report to impound for post-session debriefs immediately following each session.

    G. RESULTS: Live timing will be available during the event at timetrials.scca.com. Provisional and final results will be posted at the Event Center. Additionally, final results will be posted to timetrials.scca.com no later than seven days following the completion of the event.

    H. FLAG PROCEDURES: Black Flag Station and other event-specific flagging procedures will be announced at the event.

    I. SCALES: Location and Requirements will be available at check-in.

    J. EVENT SCHEDULE: Actual session start times may be delayed from the published schedule due to unforeseen circumstances during the event. It is the driver’s responsibility to listen to the PA system and pay attention to activity on track. The schedule or run groups may only be changed (or start times advanced) at the discretion of the Competition Director, with concurrence by the Event Lead, depending on pre-race entry counts or as needed to accommodate situations during the event.

    K. COMMUNICATIONS: Radio frequencies used by event officials may be monitored but shall not be used for communication by any participant.

    Gate & Entry: All visitors and participants must sign a liability waiver and pay the $10 per person entry fee at the front gate to receive an official wristband. 
    Speed Limits: Maximum speed in the paddock and non-track areas is 15 mph. [
    Prohibitions: No alcohol may be consumed anywhere on facility grounds while the track is in active use. Painting on asphalt, buildings, or walls and using tape on facility walls or restrooms is strictly prohibited. 
    Fire Lanes: Paddock roadways must maintain a clear, straight 20-foot fire lane free of any vehicles, trailers, or awnings at all times. 
    Fluids: All fluids should be properly disposed of, and any fluid spills must be immediately reported to event officals for proper clean up.
    Camping & RVs: On-site RV spots feature water and 30/50 amp power hookups; dry camping is permitted during event weekends with a strict quiet hour policy from 12:00 AM to 6:00 AM. 
    Contact Info: Reach the main track office directly at (661) 764-5333 for direct reservations of garages or RV hookups. 
    Pets & Children: Pets must remain on a leash at all times and are strictly prohibited on pit lane. Children are allowed in the paddock, but must be at least 12 years old to access cold pit lanes. 



    Tire Rack SCCA Time Attack Series Challenge at Buttonwillow Raceway 

    Event Schedule

    November 14th and 15th, 2026

    Friday, Nov 13th

    8:00 AM Gates Open (Reminder - park only in designated TT area)
    4:00 PM Registration/Tech Opens
    7:00 PM Registration/Tech Closes


    Saturday, Nov 14th

    6:30 AM Registration/Tech Opens
    8:00 AM Driver's Briefing - Location TBD
    8:00 AM GTA on Track
    8:45 AM TT Group 1 - Practice Session 
    9:00 AM TT Group 2 - Practice Session 
    9:15 AM TT Group 3 - Practice Session 
    9:30 AM WTCC Racing on Track
    9:50 AM FLEX
    10:00 AM GTA on Track
    10:45 AM TT Group 1 - Time Attack 1 - Session 1
    11:00 AM TT Group 2 - Time Attack 1 - Session 1
    11:15 AM TT Group 3 - Time Attack 1 - Session 1
    11:30 AM WTCC Racing on Track
    11:50 AM FLEX
    12:00 PM LUNCH
    1:00 PM GTA on Track
    1:45 PM TT Group 1 - Time Attack 1 - Session 2
    2:00 PM TT Group 2 - Time Attack 1 - Session 2
    2:15 PM TT Group 3 - Time Attack 1 - Session 2
    2:30 PM WTCC Racing on Track
    2:50 PM FLEX
    3:00 PM GTA on Track
    3:45 PM TT Group 1 - Time Attack 2 - Session 1
    4:00 PM TT Group 2 - Time Attack 2 - Session 1
    4:15 PM TT Group 3 - Time Attack 2 - Session 1
    4:30 PM FLEX
    5:00 PM Course Closed
       

    Sunday August 23rd


    6:30 AM Registration/Tech Opens
    8:00 AM Driver's Briefing - Location TBD
    8:00 AM GTA on Track
    8:45 AM TT Group 1 - Time Attack 1 - Session 3
    9:00 AM TT Group 2 - Time Attack 1 - Session 3
    9:15 AM TT Group 3 - Time Attack 1 - Session 3
    9:30 AM WTCC Racing on Track
    9:50 AM FLEX
    10:00 AM GTA on Track
    10:45 AM TT Group 1 - Time Attack 2 - Session 2
    11:00 AM TT Group 2 - Time Attack 2 - Session 2
    11:15 AM TT Group 3 - Time Attack 2 - Session 2
    11:30 AM WTCC Racing on Track
    11:50 AM FLEX
    12:00 PM LUNCH
    1:00 PM GTA on Track
    1:45 PM TT Group 1 - Time Attack 2 - Session 3
    2:00 PM TT Group 2 - Time Attack 2 - Session 3
    2:15 PM TT Group 3 - Time Attack 2 - Session 3
    2:30 PM FLEX
    2:45 PM GTA on Track
    2:45 PM SCCA TAC Podium Celebration
    5:00 PM Course Closed

    A. PAYMENTS, WITHDRAWALS & REFUNDS: Credit card payment is required for online registration. A full refund will be given for cancellations made 2 weeks before the event start date. A $150 cancellation fee will be charged for cancellations made within 2 weeks of event start date. Any withdrawal or cancellation of your registration should go through my.scca.com by going to "My Events", finding your event, and clicking "cancel" to submit a cancellation request. If you have any additional questions, please reach out to the Time Trials team at timetrials@scca.com.