4 ROUNDS – 1 CHAMPIONSHIP – $500 MINIMUM CASH PRIZE + PORTION OF EVERY BURNOUT COMPETITION TICKET

 The Summer of Smoke Burnout Series Competition at THE RING is where horsepower meets pure chaos in an all-out battle of smoke and skill. This high-energy event brings together the best burnout competitors, each pushing their machines to the edge in a spectacle of roaring engines, screaming tires, and thick clouds of rubber smoke. Hosted by Jake Caldwell, the series promises non-stop adrenaline as he keeps the energy high and the competition fierce. With a crowd hyped for tire-melting action and drivers hungry for victory, every round is a showdown of throttle control and style.
A minimum $500 cash prize is up for grabs! If you crave the sound of revved-up engines and the sight of smoke-filled skies, THE RING is the place to be this summer!

SCHEDULE & TICKETS

APRIL 11 - SUMMER OF SMOKE ROUND 1 - SPRING FLING
JUNE 13 - SUMMER OF SMOKE ROUND 2 - PEAK ADRENALINE
JUNE 27 - SUMMER OF SMOKE ROUND 3 - DOWNTOEARTH ASCEND
AUG 15 - SUMMER OF SMOKE ROUND 4 - HOT ROD ROCK & RUMBLE
OCT 17 - SUMMER OF SMOKE CHAMPIONSHIP - FALL BASH

Judges score runs on a scale from 0 to 100 points, considering factors such as instant smoke, constant smoke, volume of smoke, and driving skill.

-Immediate Smoke (up to 10 points): Start with a smoking entrance! Judges reward seeing smoke right from the beginning. If your vehicle takes too long to start producing smoke, points may be deducted.

– Continuous Smoke (up to 20 points): Keep that smoke show rolling from start to finish without any breaks. Smooth transitions and no hesitations earn you big points here.

– Amount of Smoke (up to 20 points): Size matters! The bigger the smoke cloud, the better. But judges are also considering wind conditions and otheruncontrolled variables, so keep that in mind.

– Use of the Pad (up to 20 points): We encourage drivers to use the entire padduring their run.

– Driving Ability (up to 30 points): This is where your driving chops shine. Judges will assess the flow of your run, car control, precision around the course, speed, and the aggressiveness of your run.

– Inflated tires (Minus 5 points per tire): pop them!!!! If your tires are still puffed up, that’s another deduction.

– Not utilizing the full pad (Minus 1010 points): Make sure to put on a show!

-Crashing into a barrier that affects the run (Minus 1-10 points): Run the walls, get technical, slight chaos is appreciated!

– Spilling fluids other than water (Minus 1-100 points): Excessive fluids spilled on track can result in a DNF.

– Continuing to burnout on popped tires for more than ten seconds intentionally is an IMMEDIATE DNF.

Burnout time: A minimum duration of 60 seconds is required to qualify; anything less results in a Did Not Finish (DNF).

Closed toe shoes and long pants are required.

JUDGING

VEHICLE PREPARATION

Technical inspection is a Self-Tech. You must fill out your tech card entirely and hand it to PPIR staff at THE RING check-in. MAKE SURE YOUR VEHICLE IS INSPECTED AND READY TO GO PRIOR TO ARRIVING TO PPIR.

  • Both driver and passenger door handles must be visible and operational from the front exterior.

  • Engine presentation is encouraged, but cleanliness is essential. Unclean engine bays will result in deductions for fit and finish.

  • No fluid leaks are permitted, and any leaks other than water will result in a Did Not Finish (DNF).

  • The cabin must be free of loose items.

  • The fuel tank must be securely mounted, properly vented, and preferably located outside the cabin or enclosed with a firewall.

  • Complete firewall fortification is required with no exposed holes leading to the driver cabin. There are no restrictions on fuel type.

  • No exposed radiators (drivers compartment must be separated incase of radiator failure).

  • Final decision-making authority lies with the pit boss and directors.

  • Drivers are accountable for the conduct of their passengers.

  • Both driver and passenger must wear seat belts while the vehicle is in motion.

  • Vehicles are no longer subject to modifications or repairs during pre-staging and must be prepared for performance.

Non-compliance with competition rules and official instructions may result in disqualification, expulsion, permanent bans from the event and/or future events. Mandatory attendance at the drivers meeting is required for all drivers. Failure to attend may result in forfeiture of practice sessions or disqualification from participation.