[steve00s]

Lots of good info stated in this thread but I wanted to add one thing for others who want to try autocross but are a little intimidated by the unknown. Check with your local PCA for Driver Skills Day. I have taken several autocross schools and the PCA run event was the best. For $50, we drove ALL day long!!! Many great lessons learned and an instructor rode with you at all times. Without that feedback I was just reinforcing bad habits. After the skill drills (slalom, apex, weight transfer, etc.) we got to run as many laps on an autocross course as we wanted or were physically able to. PCA was welcoming to all whether first timers or experienced veterans. In fact I'm signing my wife and son up for the next session.