Rallye Racing Rules
These rules are based on the RN Code. They specify the necessary aspects for the RR series.
1: General Conditions:
1.1: Participants must be able to hear the admins on voice chat.
1.2: Participants must be recognizable in all RR areas.
2: Software:
2.1: The following simulation software is currently being used:
- rFactor version 1.255,
- Mod: See race thread.
2.2: Changes to the originality of the software may only be done with the permission of RR. Unauthorised changes might result in penalties.
2.3: Changing the originality of the software for personal competitive advantage will result in a permanent exclusion.
3: Server Configuration / Racing Conditions:
3.1: The following driving helps are allowed:
- clutch help,
- low traction control.
3.2: Server configuration / racing conditions may vary. Information will be given as early as possible.
4: Race Information:
4.1: The race thread must be read and minded. It contains the vital information for the race.
4.2: Briefing: During the briefing drivers must pay attention carefully. They are expected to know and mind everything addressed.
5: Trackside Rules:
5.1: Racing:
5.1.1: Physical contact with other cars or relevant track objects is not allowed.
5.1.2: Blocking in form of placing oneself infront of the opponent / hindering him on his way forward is not allowed. The opponent must always have the possibility to get beside.
5.1.3: Sqeezing / pushing the opponent to the limits of the race track is allowed as long as he is given enough space.
5.1.4: Positions gained by unfair driving, for example shortcutting or jumpstarting, must be given back.
5.1.5: Unless leaving or entering the pits, driving on the apron is not allowed. Exceptions will be addressed respectively.
5.2: Slow / damaged cars:
5.2.1: Missing parts (such as wings) must be repaired.
5.2.2: If the car is too damaged to drive safely and match minimum performance requirements, it must be repaired. If the reparation proves ineffective, the driver must retire.
5.2.3: Drivers in slow cars must try to not disturb others. They must behave predictably and keep as far away from the racing line as possible.
5.3: When entering and exiting the pits, the full apron must be used. Slowing down on the racing area is not allowed. Exceptions to this rule will be addressed respectively.
5.4: Starts and restarts:
5.4.1: The grid must wait for the green by rFactor for (re)starts.
5.4.2: At (re)starts, when green flies, overtaking before the Start / Finish line is allowed.
5.4.3: For safety reasons, WRC recommends drivers to stagger / drive in zig-zag formation during the pacing / yellows.
5.5: Yellow Flag:
5.5.1: During local yellows passing is allowed.
5.5.2: During full course yellows passing is not allowed.
5.5.3: The physical leader of the grid must keep enough distance to the pace car.
5.5.3: If necessary, when the race (re)starts, the physical leader must accelerate to a reasonable speed before green. This will be addressed respectively when applied.
5.6: Blue Flag:
5.6.1: Blue flagged drivers are to let the lapping drivers by as soon as possible in an as safe as possible way.
5.6.2: Lapped drivers may only pass the lapping drivers if they are clearly and consistently faster or if the lapping drivers agree to have the lapped drivers race them.
5.7: For safety reasons, drivers must inform about their pit entrance and exit.
The message must be: “{Name} entering pits.” / “{Name} exiting pits.”
Example: “John Miller entering pits” / “John Miller exiting pits.”
6: Administration and Interference:
6.1: In case of organisational problems, the administrators will consult and inform about the decisions made.
6.2: Administrators will interfere as they see fit.
7: Official Cases and Forms:
7.1: RR encourages drivers to try to discuss and solve problems before starting an administrative procedure. They are advised to wait until they have calmed down and analyse the case while in a relaxed mood. If they still feel the need to report or protest then they can do so as instructed by the following forms:
7.2: Reports:
If you want to report an issue then send the demanded info below to racinnexus@gmail.com.
Only original recordings (such as replays) will be accepted as evidence.
7.3: Form:
Your Name:
Name(s) of the involved:
Place and time of the case:
Description:
Evidence:
7.4: Protests:
If you want to protest against a decision made by the admins then send the demanded info below to racinnexus@gmail.com.
Only original recordings (such as replays) will be accepted as evidence.
7.5: Protest Format:
Your Name:
Name(s) of the involved:
Place and time of the case:
Description:
Evidence:
8: Penalties:
8.1: Penalties are based on the regulations and most of all consideration of the admins.
8.2: If instead of apenalty a warning is issued, that warning should be minded as a signal to improve oneself.
