New Jersey Administrative Code

One functional taillight shall be required as per NHRA rules, incorporated by reference at N.J.A.C. 13:62-5.39, based on class of competition. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:62-5.27 Adopted by 46 N.J.R. 1885(a), effective 9/2/2014.

Recognized drag racing parachutes are required as per NHRA rules, incorporated by reference at N.J.A.C. 13:62-5.39, based on class of competition. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:62-5.28 Adopted by 46 N.J.R. 1885(a), effective 9/2/2014.

Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:62-5.29 Repealed by 46 N.J.R. 1885(a), effective 9/2/2014.

(a) Strips used for acceleration and performance tests need be equipped with only one red light on the starting tree. (b) The lights shall be controlled by a single switch. The licensee shall provide a responsible person to operate such switch during the entire time of each race.…

The licensee shall provide spectator protection by a standard hubrail and six-foot high welded wire fabric or chain link fence so constructed as not to be easily lifted, climbed over or moved aside. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:62-5.30

The pit area, if located behind the starting line, shall be separated from the track by a six-foot high welded fabric or chain link fence so constructed as not to be easily lifted, climbed over or moved aside. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:62-5.31

Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:62-5.32 Repealed by 46 N.J.R. 1885(a), effective 9/2/2014.

No "burnouts" shall be made unless the driver is secured in the vehicle and the doors are firmly closed. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:62-5.33

(a) All vehicles returning after a race event, using the return road, either under their own power or being towed shall obey a 15 miles per hour speed limit until the vehicle has been returned to the staging lanes or pits. (b) All vehicles traveling in the pit area or staging are…

No persons will be permitted to participate in a street legal car racing event unless that person is 17 years of age and possesses a valid driver's license from his/her state of residence. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:62-5.35

(a) All persons with pit credentials are permitted in the pit and primary staging areas. Persons under the age of 17 must be accompanied by an adult 18 years of age or older while in the primary staging area. (b) Only persons age 17 or older, with pit credentials are to be permit…

(a) Only official vehicles are permitted to travel the return road while a racing event is in progress. An official vehicle means a vehicle displaying the competitor's vehicle number and shall be limited to one official vehicle per competition vehicle. (b) All official vehicles s…

Drag racing events shall only take place in licensed facilities. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:62-5.38

Except as specifically set forth within this subchapter, all licensees, participants, and participating vehicles shall adhere to the 2014 National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) Rulebook, incorporated herein by reference, as amended and supplemented. Copies of the rulebook are availa…

The licensee shall provide a Starter(s) located within a starter's area with an unobscured view of the entire racing surface from which to control the racing event. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:62-5.4

(a) All hubrails, fences, stands and buildings shall be constructed and maintained so as to afford maximum protection for spectators. (b) Any spectator stand erected or relocated on or after April 1, 1960, shall be located at least 25 feet from the hubrail. Notes N.J. Admin. Code…

(a) A location approved for acceleration and performance tests shall provide for a stopping distance at least equal to the acceleration and timing distance. (b) The acceleration area shall not exceed 1,386 feet. (c) The entire racing strip, including the deceleration area, shall …

Safety belts, shoulder harness, and crotch belt shall be provided in accordance with Section 16 of the National Hot Rod Associations rules, incorporated by reference at N.J.A.C. 13:62-5.39. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:62-5.7 Amended by 46 N.J.R. 1885(a), effective 9/2/2014.…

(a) The licensee shall arrange for the inspection of each participating vehicle prior to the event, to determine that it meets the requirements of this chapter. The licensee shall prohibit vehicles not meeting the requirements of this chapter from participation or practice. (b) V…

No vehicle shall carry more than one person at any time during a race or warm-up, except during a bona fide training period an instructor may accompany the trainee. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:62-5.9

Motorcycle and quad vehicle oval racing events shall only take place in licensed facilities. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:62-6.1

All riders shall wear a properly secured helmet, which meets or exceeds Snell Memorial Foundation Testing Standard K (2015), M (2015), or SA (2015), which are incorporated herein by reference, as amended or supplemented, which has not reached the expiration date established by th…

(a) A representative of the track licensee will be required to test front and rear brake application before the vehicle leaves the area to enter the track. (b) This section is not to be construed to require brakes on racing motorcycles with a compression ratio higher than 10 to o…

(a) A "shutoff" device shall be affixed to the handlebars on all competing motorcycles. (b) A "shutoff" device shall be of a type which is designed, constructed and maintained to stop the motor of the motorcycle immediately upon releasing or pressing the said device. Notes N.J. A…

(a) All drivers participating in a motorcycle or quad racing event (oval) shall be at least 17 years of age. (b) All participants shall possess and display, upon request, a valid motorcycle license or endorsement. (c) All persons participating in an event shall have proper docume…

(a) Quad vehicles shall be equipped with a functional tether type mechanical kill device, so that the ignition is shut off upon the driver's separation from the vehicle. (b) Quad vehicle engines shall be fitted with a guard completely enclosing the primary drive. (c) Rear chain g…

(a) Drivers shall wear safety clothing to afford maximum protection to the driver according to industry standards. It is recommended that this clothing be of a fire retardant material. (b) Mechanics shall wear pants while working on their respective vehicles. (c) Drivers are not …

Batteries shall be secured and shielded to prevent leakage in the event of damage or turnover. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:62-6.16

All vehicles traveling in the pit area or staging area shall obey a five miles per hour speed limit. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:62-6.17

(a) The track management shall be responsible for the issuance of pit credentials and only those credentials issued by the track management shall be recognized as valid. (b) Only persons holding pit credentials shall be admitted to the pit area or racing area. (c) Reporters and p…

(a) Hubrail construction shall comply in all respects with the requirements of this chapter. (b) The licensee shall provide and maintain hubrails on the outer circumference of the track and around the entire circumference thereof. Where spectators are allowed in the infield or wi…

(a) Hubrail posts constructed for use on motorcycle tracks shall be no higher than the hubrail planking. (b) Hubrails constructed for use on motorcycle tracks shall consist of safety rails two feet high, constructed of two two-inch by 12-inch planks, on four-inch by four-inch sta…

All fences installed for the purpose of limiting spectator areas shall be constructed of welded wire fabric or chain link and shall be at least six feet in height and so constructed as not to be easily lifted, climbed over or moved aside. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:62-6.4 Amende…

(a) Each track used for motorcycle racing, except those used for acceleration and performance tests, shall be equipped with a system of at least four red lights and four amber lights so arranged that at least one light of each color will be visible to the drivers as they enter ea…

(a) Tracks over one mile in length may use flagmen in lieu of the red and amber lights, provided the assistant flagman in the starter's stand is in constant two-way radio or telephone communication with all flagmen. (b) Flagmen shall be positioned so as to be visible to drivers e…

(a) The licensee shall provide starter(s) located within a starter's stand with an unobscured view of the entire racing surface from which to control the racing event. (b) All circular or oval tracks utilizing the services of flagmen to control the event shall also have an assist…

(a) All hubrails, fences, stands and buildings must be constructed and maintained so as to afford maximum protection for spectators. (b) Any spectator stand erected or relocated on or after April 1, 1960, must be located at least 25 feet from the hubrail. Notes N.J. Admin. Code §…

All drivers shall wear windproof, shatterproof goggles or face shield of the type, which meets or exceeds U.S.A. standard Specifications for Head, Eye and Respiratory Protection Z2.1-1959 testing standard unless excessively muddy conditions would create a view obstruction on thos…

(a) Construction of hubrails, fences and other safety devices for snowmobile events must comply with the provisions of this subchapter. (b) The licensee shall provide and maintain hubrails on the outer circumference of the track and around the entire circumference thereof. Where …

A "shutoff" device shall be affixed to the handlebars near the hand position. This device shall be of the type which is designed, constructed, and maintained to stop the motor immediately upon releasing or pressing of said device. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:62-7.10

All snowmobiles shall have engine and transmission shields designed and constructed to protect the driver or bystander from fragments in the event of disintegration. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:62-7.11

Batteries shall be secured and shielded to prevent leakage in the event of damage or turnover. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:62-7.12

All vehicles traveling in the pit area or staging area shall obey a five miles per hour speed limit. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:62-7.13

Snowmobile racing events shall only take place in licensed facilities. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:62-7.14

All fences installed for the purpose of limiting spectator areas shall be constructed of welded wire fabric or chain link and shall be at least six feet in height and so constructed as not to be easily lifted, climbed over or moved aside, except at motocross events the fence shal…

(a) Each track used for snowmobile racing shall be equipped with a system of at least four red lights and four amber lights so arranged that at least one light of each color will be visible to the drivers as they enter each turn. (b) The lights shall be controlled by a single swi…

(a) Licensees may use flagmen in lieu of the red and amber lights provided the assistant flagman in the starter's stand is in constant two-way radio or telephone communication with all flagmen. (b) On display of the red flag, all racing vehicles shall stop as soon as possible and…

(a) The licensee shall provide a starter(s) located within a starter's area with an unobscured view of the entire racing surface from which to control the racing event. (b) All circular or oval tracks, road courses and other locations utilizing the services of flagmen to control …

(a) All hubrails, fences, stands and buildings shall be constructed and maintained so as to afford maximum protection for spectators. (b) Any spectator stand erected or relocated on or after April 1, 1960, must be located at least 25 feet from the hubrail. Notes N.J. Admin. Code …

(a) All participants in a snowmobile race, practice, or exhibition shall wear a properly secured helmet, which meets or exceeds the Snell Memorial Foundation Testing Standard K (2015), M (2015), or SA (2015), which are incorporated herein by reference, as amended and supplemented…