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STL vs SMX pace at Buttonwillow Raceway Park

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Reference class · the others' laps as a share of this one's at the same event, so years compare despite weather; + a class above to measure against it
Track configuration

Quickest here: STL 1:54.845 Gavin Wardle, Cal Club 2026 race · SMX 1:56.431 Ethan Lampe, Cal Club 2025 qualifying

1:551:561:571:587 rule changes between Cal Club 2025 and Cal Club 20267 ▾STL race best at Cal Club 2025: 1:55.682 (Nick Leverone)STL race best at Cal Club 2026: 1:54.845 (Gavin Wardle)STL qualifying best at Cal Club 2025: 1:54.963 (Nick Leverone)STL qualifying best at Cal Club 2026: 1:57.526 (Jared Korth)SMX race best at Cal Club 2025: 1:57.417 (Ethan Lampe)SMX race best at Cal Club 2026: 1:57.973 (William Wallis)SMX qualifying best at Cal Club 2025: 1:56.431 (Ethan Lampe)SMX qualifying best at Cal Club 2026: 1:56.503 (Lincoln Larson)Cal Club 20252025Cal Club 20262026
STLSMXsolid race · dashed qualifying · slower is lower
99%100%101%102%103%7 rule changes between Cal Club 2025 and Cal Club 20267 ▾STL race best at Cal Club 2025: 100.0% of STL's (Nick Leverone)STL race best at Cal Club 2026: 100.0% of STL's (Gavin Wardle)STL qualifying best at Cal Club 2025: 100.0% of STL's (Nick Leverone)STL qualifying best at Cal Club 2026: 100.0% of STL's (Jared Korth)SMX race best at Cal Club 2025: 101.5% of STL's (Ethan Lampe)SMX race best at Cal Club 2026: 102.7% of STL's (William Wallis)SMX qualifying best at Cal Club 2025: 101.3% of STL's (Ethan Lampe)SMX qualifying best at Cal Club 2026: 99.1% of STL's (Lincoln Larson)Cal Club 20252025Cal Club 20262026
STLSMXsolid race · dashed qualifying · each class's best lap as a share of STL's at the same event (the reference class, changeable above); 100% is level, higher is quicker
EventSTLSMX
Qual bestRace bestTrapQual bestRace bestTrapvs STL% of STL
Cal Club 2026 CALCL262026-02-211:57.526Jared Korth · fastest of 10 · top 5 within 1.2s+2.563s (+2.23%)1:54.845Gavin Wardle · fastest of 11 · top 5 within 4.7s-0.837s (-0.72%)136.6Bryce Johnson+26.2 mph (+23.7%)1:56.503Lincoln Larson · fastest of 15 · top 5 within 0.7s+0.072s (+0.06%)1:57.973William Wallis · fastest of 15 · top 5 within 0.8s+0.556s (+0.47%)141.6Joey Andrews+28.0 mph (+24.6%)+3.128squal -1.023s102.7%qual 99.1%
7 rule changes (STL: 3, SMX: 4)2 weight · 5 wording · STL minimum weights increase across all classes, 1300 cc gains 195 lbs to 1950, up to 1850 cc at 2500. · STL/STU Lotus weight reduced: Evora GT4 to 2700 lbs, Elise Cup R to 2250 lbs, Elise/Exige SC to 2450-2550 lbs. · SMX drivers must submit data acquisition files on time or face suspension and $250 fine. · SMX penalty language clarified: level 1 and 3 infractions may carry $1,000 fine; level 2 and 4 may carry $500 fine. · SMX Toyo RR P235/40/ZR17 tire rules clarified: one set per weekend, marking after first session, damage replacement procedures revised. · SMX data submission deadline extended from 30 to 60 minutes after each timed session. · STL Mazda MX5 Challenge minimum weight now references GCR 9.1.7.1 instead of 2500 lbs; spec components removed, only alternative tires allowed.showhide
  • STL Weight adjustment for STL #39579weightslowerSTL minimum weights increase across all classes, 1300 cc gains 195 lbs to 1950, up to 1850 cc at 2500.
  • STL Lotus Weight Reduction #38772weight -50 lbsfasterSTL/STU Lotus weight reduced: Evora GT4 to 2700 lbs, Elise Cup R to 2250 lbs, Elise/Exige SC to 2450-2550 lbs.
  • SMX SMX Data Submission - Penalties #38248wordingwordingSMX drivers must submit data acquisition files on time or face suspension and $250 fine.
  • SMX Committee) SMX Penaly Clarification updated language #38337wordingwordingSMX penalty language clarified: level 1 and 3 infractions may carry $1,000 fine; level 2 and 4 may carry $500 fine.
  • SMX Clarify Tire Marking Regs #38004wordingwordingSMX Toyo RR P235/40/ZR17 tire rules clarified: one set per weekend, marking after first session, damage replacement procedures revised.
  • SMX SMX Data Submission Timeframe #38039wordingwordingSMX data submission deadline extended from 30 to 60 minutes after each timed session.
  • STL E&O: SMX Allowance in STL #37945wordingunclearSTL Mazda MX5 Challenge minimum weight now references GCR 9.1.7.1 instead of 2500 lbs; spec components removed, only alternative tires allowed.
Cal Club 2025 CALCL252025-02-221:54.963Nick Leverone · fastest of 16 · top 5 within 3.3s1:55.682Nick Leverone · fastest of 17 · top 5 within 2.6s110.4Ryan Gutile1:56.431Ethan Lampe · fastest of 15 · top 5 within 1.5s1:57.417Ethan Lampe · fastest of 15 · top 5 within 1.6s113.6Ryan Gutile+1.735squal +1.468s101.5%qual 101.3%
54 earlier rule changes on record, in force before Cal Club 2025 (from 2019)12 induction · 5 cars added · 4 weight · 3 engine · 2 aero · 1 tyres & wheels · 27 wording · SMX allows OE instrument cluster relocation for aftermarket dash mounting, with wiring re-routed only; alternate gauges now permitted. · STL/STU: 90-05 Mazda Miata alternate front wheel hubs moved from General to specific part approval. · SMX Spec MX-5 camera requirement wording changed; non-functioning recorder now grounds for penalty or disqualification. · SMX Spec MX-5 must run latest AIM Data Logger Spec MX-5 ECU Protocol; wording clarification for technical compliance. · SMX Mazda Miata OE versus OEM definitions clarified in GCR Section 9.1.7.1. · SM and SMX shifter bushing rules clarified: alternate bushing at shift lever bottom now allowed. · STL and STU power steering rules clarified to permit electric-assisted and hydraulic-assisted steering systems. · STL Acura/Honda B-series and Mazda MZR restrictors reduced 2mm; minimum weights down 25–75 lbs for 1900–2000cc engines. · STL Mazda 12A must keep 5th and 6th intake port actuators and valves, no longer allowed removal or disabling. · STL Mazda RX-7 12A (79-85) now allows auto-type 2 bbl with 42mm choke(s) on dual-y manifold as alternate to stock Nikki 4 bbl. · STL ITA/ITS RX7 and 1985+ ITA/ITS/ITB/ITC vehicles clarified to conform to section 9.1.4.2 tire specifications. · STL Spec MX5 clutch, wheels, and tyres specified: ACT 0000-02-5004-G6, 17x8 wheels, Toyo RR and RA1 235-40-17. · STU normally aspirated engines: minimum weights reduced up to 310 lbs; single throttle body weight reduction removed. · STL and STU Improved Touring vehicles must conform to 9.1.4 Tires & Wheels requirements. · STL and STU piston engines clarified: intake manifold and cylinder head porting remains free. · STL Mazda Renesis flat plate restrictor increases from 55mm to 60mm. · STL Mazda RX-7 12A 79-85 clarifies carburetor, emissions, and water jacket modification rules. · STL Spec MX-5 removes redundant specification line; no performance change. · STL Volkswagen 2.0L TFSI 1984cc classified with turbocharger removal required, meeting all other STL specs. · STL Pontiac Solstice/Saturn Sky allowed 4" ride height. · STL Mazda B5 DOHC added to classification with standard STL regulations. · STL Honda B16A JDM restrictor reduced from 54mm to 53mm. · ST oil coolers and filters now explicitly allowed to be added or substituted; wording clarifies existing permissions. · STL GM Ecotec engines now permit any combination within the family, must use 55mm flat plate restrictor. · STL/STU 90-05 Mazda Miata gains approval for Mazda Motorsports Development alternate front wheel hubs. · ST cars may relocate ABS actuation hardware and wiring anywhere in engine compartment. · STL rear wing trailing edge, including end plates and gurney flap, maximum rearward mounting clarified to center of rearmost bodywork. · STL allows OEM gear sets from same manufacturer transmissions with input shaft modifications for fitment. · STL RWD strut suspension weight penalty cut to 0.5%, other RWD cut to 2.5%. · STL Honda F20C loses 2% weight penalty, minimum weight reduced by approximately 35 lbs. · STL Honda B16/B17/B18C1 restrictor tightened to 53mm; B18C variants and Mazda MZR to 52mm. · ST aero devices and reference areas now include end plates but exclude fasteners protruding over 1/2 inch. · STL and STU clarify weight adjustment calculation order: engine adjustments first, then chassis adjustments. · STL and STU rear wing rules clarify that wicker is a Gurney flap; no performance change. · GT3 and STU add Borg-Warner EFR6258 to approved turbocharger list. · STL adds 2016-2019 Mazda MX-5 Global Cup at 2000cc, 2450-2550 lbs minimum weight. · STL Mazda MX-5 Club Model 06-15 allows Mazda header part number 0000-06-5407-NC. · STL Honda/Acura B18 non-C gets 54mm restrictor; B18C variants drop B18C1, get 53mm restrictor. · STL Honda B18 restrictor reduced from 54mm to 53mm flat plate; B18C1 added with 54mm restrictor. · STU GM Ecotech LNF now allowed with turbo removed or with LE5 head and intake manifold, meeting STL specs. · STL Mazda MZR restrictor reduced from 54 mm to 53 mm. · STL Mazda MZR restrictor reduced from 55 mm to 53 mm. · STL Mazda Spec MX5 Challenge adds approved wheel part numbers 0000-04-5706-GM, 0000-04-5706-SL. · Mazda Spec MX-5 Challenge classified in STL with 2000cc displacement and 2500 lbs minimum weight. · STU alternate intake manifolds now allowed case-by-case instead of prohibited. · STL Acura/Honda B18 except C engine restrictor increases from 53mm to 54mm flat plate. · STL and STU ride height measurement clarified: without driver, at rocker panel lowest point, excluding pinch weld. · STL adds VW 1.8L R4 20VT 1781cc, 1 minimum weight, turbo removed permitted. · STL Mazda Renesis minimum weight reduced from 2800 to 2700 lbs. · STL Mazda MX-5 Cup brake pad compound changed to open. · STL adds Acura/Honda B18C1 GSR with 54mm flat plate restrictor and port matching limited to 1 inch. · STL Mazda 12 and 13B now permit port matching; previous ban removed. · STL B18C Type R variants get 54mm flat plate restrictor; B17 also gets 54mm restrictor. · STL Mazda Miata removes maximum displacement limit and adjusts minimum weight.showhide
  • SMX E&O SMX Regs 9.1.7.1.D.5.u-.w #37070wordingwordingSMX allows OE instrument cluster relocation for aftermarket dash mounting, with wiring re-routed only; alternate gauges now permitted.
  • STL Request to Remove Miata Hubs from General category #37138wordingwordingSTL/STU: 90-05 Mazda Miata alternate front wheel hubs moved from General to specific part approval.
  • SMX SMX Camera Rule Correction #36496wordingwordingSMX Spec MX-5 camera requirement wording changed; non-functioning recorder now grounds for penalty or disqualification.
  • SMX Committee) AIM ECU Protocol #36556wordingwordingSMX Spec MX-5 must run latest AIM Data Logger Spec MX-5 ECU Protocol; wording clarification for technical compliance.
  • SMX Committee) OE versus OEM Definitons #36608wordingwordingSMX Mazda Miata OE versus OEM definitions clarified in GCR Section 9.1.7.1.
  • SMX Committee) Shifter Bushing #36611wordingwordingSM and SMX shifter bushing rules clarified: alternate bushing at shift lever bottom now allowed.
  • STL ST Electric-Assisted Steering Systems #35066wordingwordingSTL and STU power steering rules clarified to permit electric-assisted and hydraulic-assisted steering systems.
  • STL BOP Adjustments #35112inductionfasterSTL Acura/Honda B-series and Mazda MZR restrictors reduced 2mm; minimum weights down 25–75 lbs for 1900–2000cc engines.
  • STL Mazda 12A #35320engineslowerSTL Mazda 12A must keep 5th and 6th intake port actuators and valves, no longer allowed removal or disabling.
  • STL Alternate Carburetor Request for 79-85 RX7 12a #35181inductionunclearSTL Mazda RX-7 12A (79-85) now allows auto-type 2 bbl with 42mm choke(s) on dual-y manifold as alternate to stock Nikki 4 bbl.
  • STL Clarify STL table B - IT spec notes on Tires #34187wordingwordingSTL ITA/ITS RX7 and 1985+ ITA/ITS/ITB/ITC vehicles clarified to conform to section 9.1.4.2 tire specifications.
  • STL Spec MX5 in STL #33473wordingwordingSTL Spec MX5 clutch, wheels, and tyres specified: ACT 0000-02-5004-G6, 17x8 wheels, Toyo RR and RA1 235-40-17.
  • STL Single TB Weight Modifiers #31449weightfasterSTU normally aspirated engines: minimum weights reduced up to 310 lbs; single throttle body weight reduction removed.
  • STL Improved Touring Tires #32063tyres & wheelstyres & wheelsSTL and STU Improved Touring vehicles must conform to 9.1.4 Tires & Wheels requirements.
  • STL Throttling Device Clarification #31323wordingwordingSTL and STU piston engines clarified: intake manifold and cylinder head porting remains free.
  • STL Mazda Renesis Restriction #31467inductionfasterSTL Mazda Renesis flat plate restrictor increases from 55mm to 60mm.
  • STL Clarification of 79-85 RX7 Spec line #31621wordingwordingSTL Mazda RX-7 12A 79-85 clarifies carburetor, emissions, and water jacket modification rules.
  • STL Request to clean up Spec MX-5 Redundancy #31069wordingwordingSTL Spec MX-5 removes redundant specification line; no performance change.
  • STL VW Engine Request #30625engineslowerSTL Volkswagen 2.0L TFSI 1984cc classified with turbocharger removal required, meeting all other STL specs.
  • STL Solstice Ride Height #30183wordingwordingSTL Pontiac Solstice/Saturn Sky allowed 4" ride height.
  • STL Request Mazda B5 DOHC #30420cars addedcars addedSTL Mazda B5 DOHC added to classification with standard STL regulations.
  • STL Honda B16A (JDM) Restrictor change #30531inductionslowerSTL Honda B16A JDM restrictor reduced from 54mm to 53mm.
  • STL ST Oil Coolers E&O Correction to 9.1.4.2.H #30388wordingwordingST oil coolers and filters now explicitly allowed to be added or substituted; wording clarifies existing permissions.
  • STL GM Ecotec engines in STL #30247wordingwordingSTL GM Ecotec engines now permit any combination within the family, must use 55mm flat plate restrictor.
  • STL Super Touring Alternate Miata Hubs #30345wordingwordingSTL/STU 90-05 Mazda Miata gains approval for Mazda Motorsports Development alternate front wheel hubs.
  • STL Brake Component Relocation #29990wordingwordingST cars may relocate ABS actuation hardware and wiring anywhere in engine compartment.
  • STL Super Touring Wing Clarification #30111aeroaeroSTL rear wing trailing edge, including end plates and gurney flap, maximum rearward mounting clarified to center of rearmost bodywork.
  • STL Transmission Options #30118wordingwordingSTL allows OEM gear sets from same manufacturer transmissions with input shaft modifications for fitment.
  • STL Request for FWD and RWD Parity #29728weightfasterSTL RWD strut suspension weight penalty cut to 0.5%, other RWD cut to 2.5%.
  • STL Request to Remove Honda F20C 2% Weight Penalty #29815weightfasterSTL Honda F20C loses 2% weight penalty, minimum weight reduced by approximately 35 lbs.
  • STL Request for FWD and RWD Parity #30023inductionslowerSTL Honda B16/B17/B18C1 restrictor tightened to 53mm; B18C variants and Mazda MZR to 52mm.
  • STL Request clarification on wing measurement #29640aeroaeroST aero devices and reference areas now include end plates but exclude fasteners protruding over 1/2 inch.
  • STL Minimum Weight Determination #27695wordingwordingSTL and STU clarify weight adjustment calculation order: engine adjustments first, then chassis adjustments.
  • STL ST Gurney flap Wicker clarification #29012wordingwordingSTL and STU rear wing rules clarify that wicker is a Gurney flap; no performance change.
  • STL Request for Addition to GT3 Approved Turbo List #27576wordingwordingGT3 and STU add Borg-Warner EFR6258 to approved turbocharger list.
  • STL Request to add 2016-2019 GMX-5 Spec line #28604cars addedcars addedSTL adds 2016-2019 Mazda MX-5 Global Cup at 2000cc, 2450-2550 lbs minimum weight.
  • STL Request to update PN for MX-5 #28622wordingunclearSTL Mazda MX-5 Club Model 06-15 allows Mazda header part number 0000-06-5407-NC.
  • STL Correction - Clarification Honda/Acura B18B engine Letter # 26209 #28873inductionunclearSTL Honda/Acura B18 non-C gets 54mm restrictor; B18C variants drop B18C1, get 53mm restrictor.
  • STL STL Honda B18 restrictor changes #28794inductionfasterSTL Honda B18 restrictor reduced from 54mm to 53mm flat plate; B18C1 added with 54mm restrictor.
  • STL Change GM LNF 2.0 Allowance to LSJ Engine for Viable STL 2.0 #27884engineslowerSTU GM Ecotech LNF now allowed with turbo removed or with LE5 head and intake manifold, meeting STL specs.
  • STL Acura/Honda B18C engine chart. Reduce the current 54 mm flat plat #28663inductionslowerSTL Mazda MZR restrictor reduced from 54 mm to 53 mm.
  • STL Mazda MZR engine chart. Reduce the current 55 mm flat plate to 53 #28664inductionslowerSTL Mazda MZR restrictor reduced from 55 mm to 53 mm.
  • STL Request to add wheel part numbers #28342wordingwordingSTL Mazda Spec MX5 Challenge adds approved wheel part numbers 0000-04-5706-GM, 0000-04-5706-SL.
  • STL Request to Classify Spec MX-5 Challenge in STL #27399cars addedcars addedMazda Spec MX-5 Challenge classified in STL with 2000cc displacement and 2500 lbs minimum weight.
  • STL Request clarification for manifold and throttle in STU #27004inductionfasterSTU alternate intake manifolds now allowed case-by-case instead of prohibited.
  • STL Request Restrictor Plate correction #26779inductionfasterSTL Acura/Honda B18 except C engine restrictor increases from 53mm to 54mm flat plate.
  • STL Request Ride Height Clarification #26597wordingwordingSTL and STU ride height measurement clarified: without driver, at rocker panel lowest point, excluding pinch weld.
  • STL Request to Allow VW 1.8L Engine #25614cars addedcars addedSTL adds VW 1.8L R4 20VT 1781cc, 1 minimum weight, turbo removed permitted.
  • STL Request to reduce weight of RX8 with Renesis rotary #25781weight -100 lbsfasterSTL Mazda Renesis minimum weight reduced from 2800 to 2700 lbs.
  • STL Request for Open Brake Pads On Mazda MX-5 Cup NC #25821wordingwordingSTL Mazda MX-5 Cup brake pad compound changed to open.
  • STL Request to clarify B18C1 GSR Honda B motor table #26209cars addedcars addedSTL adds Acura/Honda B18C1 GSR with 54mm flat plate restrictor and port matching limited to 1 inch.
  • STL Port Matching #26415wordingfasterSTL Mazda 12 and 13B now permit port matching; previous ban removed.
  • STL Request to equalize FPR Reduction on all B-Series Vtec Engines #24746inductionslowerSTL B18C Type R variants get 54mm flat plate restrictor; B17 also gets 54mm restrictor.
  • STL Request E&O for Mazda Miata Spec Line #25955wordingunclearSTL Mazda Miata removes maximum displacement limit and adjusts minimum weight.

Best is the class's fastest lap in that event's qualifying or race sessions, with the driver who set it, how many cars set a time that session and how close the top five were; a best from fewer than three cars is greyed. With two or more classes, "vs" is the gap of each class's best to the first class's at the same event. "% of STL" is the class's best as a share of STL's best at the same event (100% is level, less is quicker): weather and track condition move every class together, so this compares across years where the raw times do not. It still breaks when STL's own field changes or one session was wet and another dry. Newest event first. The coloured figure under each value is the change from the previous event that has one (green is quicker, red slower). Whole laps only, so events with different sector layouts still compare. Weather and track condition are not accounted for.