Maximum time
A penalty time for special stages or tests not completed properly. It is usually calculated as the best time plus a fixed number of minutes.
The maximum time (German Maximalzeit) is a penalty time at classic-car events for scored tests that were not completed properly – for example when a stage is abandoned, missed or badly botched. Instead of a regular result, the crew is given the maximum time, usually calculated as 'best time plus xx minutes'. The crew therefore stays classified, but a missed or spoiled section counts heavily against it. The exact calculation is set out in the supplementary regulations.
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Special stage
A defined section of route where the crew's precision is measured (abbreviated SS).
Prescribed time
Time set by the organiser within which a section or task must be completed – closely related to the target time (Sollzeit).
Start number
Number allocated to each team, displayed on the car and determining the start order; cars start individually at fixed intervals.