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Official Interpretation

7/11/2004 Regulation 6.5.8
Question:
Clarification of 6.5.8, Egress Rule
Official Response:
The driver (and passenger if applicable) must fully egress to standing outside the car in 10 seconds per 6.5.8. The car must be in the same configuration as used for racing, excepting dummy parts and coverings may, at the inspectors' discretion, be used for the purpose of the test. (i.e. canopies/body panels without solar cells) Wheel chocks will not be allowed.