Helmets: What the snell do I need
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Being an M2015 Snell rating versus an SA2015 rating, would it be safe to assume this would not be a viable choice for Auto X/Drift events?
Depends, the organizer may allow it but there are differences. SA is rated for roll bar impact and has flame retardant qualities.
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If that's all that's required then yes. It depends on how much you care about your noggin. DOT is the minimum standard for motorcycle helmets, i'm not sure if they actually have a standard for automotive use. Snell goes above and beyond DOT standards and has a standard for auto racing.
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Drift events seem to only require a pulse & some cash to get in.
Also, you only get one head.
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Some other things to consider in M versus SA choice is that unlike an M-rated helmet a Snell SA2015 helmet is good for numerous types of events--racing (SA required), track days/DEs (varies by organization but an SA will always be good), autox (either M/SA), drifting (??), motorcycling (M/SA), etc.--and if you ever come to your senses and buck the addiction you could sell it used to a wider pool of buyers.
Next issue: open versus closed face.... go closed in part for the reasons above.
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