1. 01Applicant
  2. 02Wild Card
  3. 03Licensed
  4. 04Active
  5. 05Review

Purpose of the License

EFVD awards licenses based on performance, conduct, preparation and event fit. A license cannot be purchased. Selected Licensed Drivers can then activate their place with a $40 CAD pass covering registration for all three events in the split.

Earned

Not automatic

A license is not granted just for joining or entering one event.

Measured

Full driver profile

Staff considers driving, reliability, preparation, conduct and contribution.

Reviewed

Status can change

Licenses can be reviewed as driver activity and behavior change.

Driver Pathway

When EFVD opens a season, drivers may apply for its limited Licensed Driver roster or choose individual Wild Card events. EFVD awards licenses after staff review; the license cannot be purchased. A selected driver accepts the private offer before activating the three-event place with the $40 CAD season pass.

  1. 01

    Choose

    Apply for the announced season roster or choose individual events.

  2. 02

    Apply

    Share competition experience, EFVD history, three-round availability, planned car or team and why you want the license.

  3. 03

    Review and offer

    Staff reviews driving, preparation, conduct, reliability and fit, then sends selected drivers a private offer.

  4. 04

    Accept and confirm

    Acceptance assigns Licensed Driver status. Season-pass payment by the deadline confirms the three-event place; if payment is not completed, Event Ops may release the position while keeping individual-event eligibility.

Status Benefits and Restrictions

Licensed status helps EFVD identify drivers who consistently meet competition, preparation, reliability and conduct standards.

Status areaWhat it can affect
Priority registrationLicensed Drivers receive registration priority, subject to the published deadlines and eligibility requirements.
Split pass$40 CAD covers registration for all three events in the split, including transaction fees. The pass activates an awarded place; it does not buy a license.
Driver identityLicense status can support number use, broadcast identification and driver presentation.
Split eligibilityLicensed status is required for split championship standings and split championship payouts.
Event trustStaff can rely on licensed drivers to arrive prepared, follow procedure and represent the series properly.
RestrictionsA license does not override technical rules, conduct rules, event deadlines or staff direction.
Competition resultsPayment does not guarantee attendance credit, championship points, qualification, bracket advancement or a result.
Withdrawals and missed eventsThe full $40 CAD pass is refundable before the published split withdrawal deadline. Late withdrawals and no-shows are not refundable. Missing one event does not create a partial pass refund. See the Refund and Withdrawal Guide for event changes and other terms.

License Eligibility

EFVD reviews the complete candidate pool and the evidence available for each driver. Previous EFVD participation helps but is not required; strong applicants may also come from other competitions or be new to EFVD.

Eligibility areaExpected standard
Competition abilityControlled qualifying runs, safe tandem driving and clean decision-making.
PreparationCorrect files, approved car, required content and event schedule awareness.
ReliabilityArrives on time, responds when needed and communicates conflicts early.
ConductHandles wins, losses, judging calls and public communication properly.

License Evaluation Scorecard

The scorecard keeps license reviews focused on the full driver profile: driving quality, event execution, technical compliance, conduct and consistency.

Evaluation areaWhat staff looks for
Driving qualityLine, angle, proximity, chase discipline and decision-making.
Event executionBriefing attendance, staging readiness and ability to follow live procedure.
Technical complianceClean submissions, correct physics and cooperation with tech review.
ConductSportsmanship, respectful communication and no avoidable public drama.
ConsistencyThe same standard across multiple events, not one isolated performance.

Promotion Process

Selection happens through the announced season application. Staff considers the application, EFVD history when available, preparation, driving quality, reliability, technical readiness and conduct.

  1. 01

    Apply

    Choose the season route and complete the season questions.

  2. 02

    Staff review

    EFVD compares the application with available event, tech and conduct history.

  3. 03

    Decision

    Receive a license offer, Wild Card eligibility, a hold for discussion, or a full rejection.

  4. 04

    Respond

    Accept the season position or decline and remain eligible for individual events when approved.

Number Reservation Policy

Driver numbers support broadcast clarity and driver identity, but number use still depends on EFVD rules and availability. Licensed drivers may have priority when numbers are assigned or reserved.

Availability

Numbers must be open

A preferred number may not be available if already assigned or reserved.

Presentation

Numbers must be visible

Car liveries should make driver identification clear in stream, replay and screenshots.

Review

Numbers can change

EFVD may adjust number use for event organization or future season structure.

Activity and Inactive Status

Licensed drivers are expected to stay connected to EFVD activity enough for staff to understand their current readiness and keep their status active.

Activity statusMeaning
ActiveRecent participation, communication or availability is clear.
InactiveA driver has been away long enough that readiness may need review.
ReturningA returning driver may need updated tech, rules review or event notes before competing.

Probation and Removal

Licensed status can be limited, reviewed or removed when a driver no longer meets EFVD standards. These outcomes document how status may change after conduct, activity, technical or procedure issues.

ReasonPossible outcome
Repeated no-showsReduced event priority or license review.
Conduct issueProbation, restrictions, suspension or removal.
Technical issueCorrections required before future events.
Procedure issueStaff may require review before the next entry.

Wild Card Review

Wild Card events give non-licensed drivers reviewable event history. Strong performances, clean preparation and proper conduct can support future selection, license review, split eligibility and priority registration.

On track

Drive clean battles

Staff looks at control, tandem awareness and ability to complete competitive runs.

Off track

Handle the event properly

Briefing, staging, communication and conduct all matter.

After event

Build a case

One event can help, but license review usually needs a reliable pattern.

Recognition and Broadcast Use

License status helps viewers, drivers and partners understand which drivers have reviewed status in EFVD competition.

Broadcast

Clear identity

Licensed drivers may be easier to identify in overlays, commentary and event content.

Media

Driver story

Recognition can support highlights, results graphics and season coverage.

Partner context

Structured field

A visible driver structure makes events easier to present publicly.

License Agreement Text

Holding a license means accepting EFVD competition standards every time you enter an event. Licensed status does not override event rules, technical rules or staff direction.

Rules

Follow current guides

Licensed drivers must still follow competition, technical and conduct rules.

Updates

Stay current

Drivers are responsible for reading event-specific updates on Discord.

Review

Status is conditional

EFVD may review license status based on activity, conduct or event requirements.

Policy Changes

Last updated: September 9, 2026. EFVD announces material changes through its official Discord before the affected registration opens.

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