Snell SA2015 Auto Racing Helmets ON SALE

The helmets on this page are all certified to the Snell SA2015 standard for auto racing.

The Snell Foundation SA2015 standard was developed specifically for automotive racing helmets. The "SA" (Special Application") helmet standards are written to ensure that a helmet offers the best safety protection for auto racing drivers who are restrained in their vehicles. SA2015 helmets are tested for flame retardance, and additional tests ensure compatibility with HANS® Devices. Female M6 threaded inserts are pre-installed in the shell for installation of head restraint anchors (sold separately). An SA-rated helmet may not meet DOT specifications for street use, such as on motorcycles.

The SA2015 standard will be accepted for most racing organizations until about 2026 (SCCA will adopt the SA15 as their minimum helmet standard beginning in 2022; we expect them to move up to SA2020 for the 2027 season).

Snell recommends that SA15-approved helmets in good condition should still be accepted (at least until the end of their recommended 5-year lifespan). An SA2015 helmet purchased in 2021 will be 5 years old in 2026 and will be ready for replacement.