6. General Rules
6.1. The event is open to all road registered 4 wheel drive vehicles, providing the vehicle currently or previously has been sold to the general public by the manufacturer. Prototype vehicles are not allowed.
6.2. Unusual or extraordinary 4 wheel drive vehicles can be considered for entry. Any vehicle failing to comply with any of the rules and regulations contained in this event guide is required to apply for an exemption in writing to the Event Director, stating the regulations that the vehicle fails to comply with. Each request will be considered on its merit.
An exemption will only be granted when the Event Director is satisfied that the vehicle has no unfair advantage over other competing vehicles and no safety aspects have been ignored. Failure to apply for an exemption prior to the vehicle and equipment check may exclude the participant from starting the event.
6.3. SS Manager will be in charge of any recovery operations during special stages by either controlling the recovery personally or by nominating an official as the Recovery Leader. In the interest of safety all competitors must abide by the Recovery Leader’s instructions. Only one Recovery Leader will be nominated for any situation.
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