30 Years of Grit: Day One of the 2026 Sandblast Rally!

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The sand is damp, the engines are warm, and the wait is finally over. Today marks the historic 30th running of the Sandblast Rally! For three decades, Cheraw has been the heart of one of the most unique challenges on the NASA Rally Sport calendar. Whether you're here for the bikes or the cars, this milestone year is set to be legendary.

Opening Night: Parc Exposé

Hardwood CUP Rally Recap!

Rally fans, your Central U.P. organizers once again delivered a spectacular 2025 Hardwood CUP Rally! This event, known for its beautifully flowing gravel roads and competitor friendly format lived up to its reputation, challenging competitors across its demanding stages. As round 3 in the 2025 Atlantic Rally Cup, the stakes were high, and the teams absolutely brought their A-game, making for some truly compelling competition.

2025 'Technical Regulations for Cars' Final Version Issued

Alright, rally fans! The wait is over. The 2025 NASA Rally Sport (NRS) Regulations Section 3: Technical Regulations for Cars is officially live, and we're excited to roll out the updates that will shape the upcoming season. After a productive comment period, where your feedback proved invaluable, we've finalized the regulations, and they're ready for your perusal.

What's New for 2025?

This year's revisions focus on enhancing safety, improving clarity, and ensuring fair competition. Here's a breakdown of the key changes:

Sandblast Rally: New Scoring Tablets Shine in Testing!

The sands of South Carolina recently played host to more than just hard charging rally cars, side by sides, and bikes!  They were also the proving ground for NASA Rally Sport's latest tech improvement: new scoring tablets. We're thrilled to report that the testing at Sandblast Rally was a resounding success, marking a significant step forward in our commitment to efficient and accurate event management.