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Purpose of the License
The license program gives EFVD a clear way to review drivers who consistently meet competition and conduct standards.
Not automatic
A license is not granted just for joining or entering one event.
Full driver profile
Staff considers driving, reliability, preparation, conduct and contribution.
Status can change
Licenses can be reviewed as driver activity and behavior change.
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Driver Pathway
Licensed status is EFVD's reviewed driver status. It starts with applying, competing when selected and consistently meeting event standards. Licensed status may affect priority registration, reserved-number access, split eligibility and broadcast identity.
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Applicant
Join Discord, read the guides and apply when event applications open.
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Wild Card
Compete in selected events and build reviewable event history.
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Review
Staff reviews driving, preparation, conduct, reliability and technical compliance after events.
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Licensed Driver
Drivers who consistently meet the standard may receive priority registration and split eligibility.
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Status Benefits and Restrictions
Licensed status helps EFVD identify drivers who consistently meet competition, preparation, reliability and conduct standards.
| Status area | What it can affect |
|---|---|
| Priority registration | Licensed drivers may receive priority registration when event capacity is limited. |
| Driver identity | License status can support number use, broadcast identification and driver presentation. |
| Split eligibility | Licensed status may affect split standings, split payout eligibility or event-specific opportunities where used. |
| Event trust | Staff can rely on licensed drivers to arrive prepared, follow procedure and represent the series properly. |
| Restrictions | A license does not override technical rules, conduct rules, event deadlines or staff direction. |
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License Eligibility
Eligibility is based on repeated event readiness, not one highlight, one result or one application. EFVD reviews whether a driver can meet the standard across multiple event areas.
| Eligibility area | Expected standard |
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| Competition ability | Controlled qualifying runs, safe tandem driving and clean decision-making. |
| Preparation | Correct files, approved car, required content and event schedule awareness. |
| Reliability | Arrives on time, responds when needed and communicates conflicts early. |
| Conduct | Handles wins, losses, judging calls and public communication properly. |
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License Evaluation Scorecard
The scorecard keeps license reviews focused on the full driver profile: driving quality, event execution, technical compliance, conduct and consistency.
| Evaluation area | What staff looks for |
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| Driving quality | Line, angle, proximity, chase discipline and decision-making. |
| Event execution | Briefing attendance, staging readiness and ability to follow live procedure. |
| Technical compliance | Clean submissions, correct physics and cooperation with tech review. |
| Conduct | Sportsmanship, respectful communication and no avoidable public drama. |
| Consistency | The same standard across multiple events, not one isolated performance. |
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Promotion Process
Promotion happens through staff review after a driver has shown enough evidence across EFVD activity. Review considers event history, preparation, driving quality, technical compliance and conduct.
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Compete
Enter events as an applicant or Wild Card when selected.
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Build history
Show consistent preparation, driving quality and conduct.
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Staff review
EFVD compares event notes, tech history and behavior.
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Decision
Status is granted, delayed or held for more evidence.
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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.
Numbers must be open
A preferred number may not be available if already assigned or reserved.
Numbers must be visible
Car liveries should make driver identification clear in stream, replay and screenshots.
Numbers can change
EFVD may adjust number use for event organization or future season structure.
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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 status | Meaning |
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| Active | Recent participation, communication or availability is clear. |
| Inactive | A driver has been away long enough that readiness may need review. |
| Returning | A returning driver may need updated tech, rules review or event notes before competing. |
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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.
| Reason | Possible outcome |
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| Repeated no-shows | Reduced event priority or license review. |
| Conduct issue | Probation, restrictions, suspension or removal. |
| Technical issue | Corrections required before future events. |
| Procedure issue | Staff may require review before the next entry. |
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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.
Drive clean battles
Staff looks at control, tandem awareness and ability to complete competitive runs.
Handle the event properly
Briefing, staging, communication and conduct all matter.
Build a case
One event can help, but license review usually needs a reliable pattern.
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Recognition and Broadcast Use
License status helps viewers, drivers and partners understand which drivers have reviewed status in EFVD competition.
Clear identity
Licensed drivers may be easier to identify in overlays, commentary and event content.
Driver story
Recognition can support highlights, results graphics and season coverage.
Structured field
A visible driver structure makes events easier to present publicly.
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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.
Follow current guides
Licensed drivers must still follow competition, technical and conduct rules.
Stay current
Drivers are responsible for reading event-specific updates on Discord.
Status is conditional
EFVD may review license status based on activity, conduct or event requirements.
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Policy Changes
EFVD may modify this guide when needed to support sustainability, fairness and the continued growth of the championship.