autocross

[ aw-toh-kraws, -kros ]

noun

, Automotive.

1. gymkhana ( def 2 ).

autocross

/ ˈɔːtəʊˌkrɒs /

noun

1. a form of motor sport in which cars race over a half-mile circuit of rough grass See also motocross rallycross

Word History and Origins

Origin of autocross¹

First recorded in 1960–65; auto- ² + (moto)cross

Example Sentences

He said Ellingson enjoyed autocross racing, hunting and being at the family cabin at Lake Juanita when he wasn’t studying to be an ultrasound technician.

From Seattle Times

An autocross also is scheduled in the afternoon and a panel of five training specialists will discuss the technical aspects of the new Toyota bZ4X, an all-electric SUV, and EV infrastructure issues.

From Seattle Times

I once got a chance to run the Bolt at a small autocross setup in a parking lot, and while it was unquestionably not designed for that application, the instant torque of its electric motor made for a fun little afternoon.

From The Verge

When she competed at an autocross event for the first time in 2009, a whole new world opened up.

From New York Times

His first real brush with victory came in college, while kicking around Florida’s autocross scene.

From The Guardian