The "Clarification" was needed after we found two seats without a secure back  attached to them at Tomah. The following will take care of the problem.

Rule Clarification

In respect to driver’s safety and to further the meaning of “strong, rigid seat” the following rules have been added to meet necessity.

This rule takes effect immediately.

2009 NTPA rulebook

IV. GENERAL RULES

Pg 35 Letter P. Seats and Fenders

1. All vehicles must have strong, rigid seat and fenders

a. All competition vehicles must be equipped with a driver’s seat that is constructed from a solid material that is formed or welded as one piece.

b. Seat must be formed on each side to protect the driver’s hip area.

c. Seat back must extend vertical from base of seat to driver’s shoulders.

d. Seat must be securely fastened to vehicle chassis with a minimum of 4- ¼” grade 5 bolts, 2 across front of base and 2 across rear of base.

e. Seat must be constructed from material equivalent in strength to no less than 1/16” aluminum.