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Welcome to EFVD
EFVD is a competitive virtual drifting organization built around organized events, clean battles, driver preparation and community respect.
New drivers can apply for events, compete when selected, and become eligible for license review through consistent performance, reliability and conduct.
You do not need to be licensed to discover EFVD or apply. Licensed status is reviewed later based on event history and driver standards.
| Value | What it means for a new driver |
|---|---|
| Driving quality | Line, angle, proximity, chase discipline, control and decision-making matter more than raw speed. |
| Preparation | Install the track, prepare your car, read the rules and arrive ready. |
| Respect | Treat judges, staff, tech inspectors, media staff and other drivers properly. |
| Reliability | If you register, show up. If you cannot attend, communicate early. |
| Professional presentation | Cars, liveries, numbers and driver behavior should fit a serious drift competition. |
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Can Anyone Join?
Yes. Any driver can apply to EFVD. Selection is based on event capacity and overall fit, so applying does not guarantee a spot in every event.
| Selection factor | What staff cares about |
|---|---|
| Skill | Can you control the car, follow the line, chase safely and complete competitive runs? |
| Preparation | Did you read the rules, install the right content, submit clean files and arrive on time? |
| Conduct | Can staff rely on you to communicate properly and respect other drivers, judges and partners? |
| Technical compliance | Does your car follow the technical rules, livery standards and file requirements? |
| Event fit | Does the event have space, and are you ready for the format being run? |
What being selected means
Being selected means you are allowed to participate in that event if you complete all requirements. It does not automatically mean your car is approved, your license is granted or future selection is guaranteed.
Best new driver mindset
Treat your first event as a chance to show staff that you are prepared, respectful, easy to work with and serious about the competition.
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Driver Pathway
New drivers enter through the Applicant system. Selected non-licensed drivers compete as Wild Cards. Drivers with consistent event history may later be reviewed for an EFVD License.
Applicant
A driver who has joined the EFVD process and can apply for events when applications open.
Wild Card
A selected non-licensed driver competing in a specific event after completing the required steps.
Licensed Driver
A driver reviewed by EFVD for priority registration, number use and split eligibility.
Driver status is based on event history, preparation, communication, competition quality and conduct.
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Before You Apply
Before applying, know which public guide owns each part of the process.
Competition Guide
Event-day procedure: staging, qualifying, battles, restarts and live flow.
CarsTechnical Regulations
Car eligibility, files, livery, physics and tech approval.
BehaviorCode of Conduct
Communication, sportsmanship and public behavior.
ApplyApplicant Application Guide
Application, selection, waitlist and post-selection steps.
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What You Need to Compete
A good first event starts before event week. Your simulator, car files, connection and schedule should be ready before the live event begins.
| Requirement | Expected standard |
|---|---|
| Assetto Corsa and Content Manager | Both are required for EFVD competition, car setup, content installation and event checks. |
| Discord | Required for announcements, briefing information, event communication and staff contact. |
| Approved car | Must follow EFVD technical rules, physics standards, livery rules and file structure. |
| Wheel setup | Drivers must compete with a wheel setup. Staff may request proof at any time. |
| Official track | Shared during event week. Drivers must install it and confirm they can access the competition server without issue. |
| Stable hardware | PC, internet, audio, wheel and pedals should be tested before event day. |
| Time availability | You must be available for briefing, qualifying and battles if you advance. |
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First Event Flow
This is the simple first-event path. Detailed procedure lives in the Competition Guide.
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Apply
Submit event interest and required driver information.
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Get Selected
Watch announcements and respond if staff needs anything.
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Submit Car
Send clean files before the deadline for technical review.
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Pass Tech
Fix issues quickly if staff requests corrections.
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Briefing
Attend the required briefing and understand the event instructions.
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Qualify
Complete judged solo runs and stay ready for staging.
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Battle
Top 32 drivers run tandem battles if they advance.
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Review
Staff records notes for license review, conduct review and future selection.
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How to Earn a License
EFVD licenses are reviewed using more than results. Staff considers driving quality, reliability, preparation, communication and conduct.
Be reliable
Arrive on time, attend briefing, stay available when called and communicate early if plans change.
Reduce staff workload
Read the rules, submit clean files, test your setup and fix technical issues quickly.
Drive with control
Focus on line, angle, proximity, chase discipline, decision-making and clean battles.
Handle calls properly
Accept judge decisions live. Ask for clarification privately through the correct process.
Handle issues correctly
Avoid public arguments, sponsor attacks, harassment and behavior that creates avoidable staff work.
Reduce event issues
Prepared drivers help staff keep registration, tech review, staging and live competition on schedule.
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Common New Driver Mistakes
Most first-event problems are preventable. Use this section to avoid mistakes that can affect eligibility, event flow or future selection.
| Mistake | Possible result | How to avoid it |
|---|---|---|
| Not reading the rules | Warning, missed run or removal. | Read all the necessary guides before applying and before event day. |
| Broken car files | Failed tech or rejected car. | Submit clean folders, correct naming and legal files before the deadline. |
| Missing briefing | May not be allowed to compete. | Check event time, be online early and listen for staff instructions. |
| Practicing during official sessions | Warning, removal or DQ. | Only drive when called and follow staging instructions. |
| Arguing with judges live | Conduct review or removal. | Use the proper clarification or protest process after the run/event. |
| No-show with no message | Lower future selection priority. | Message staff as soon as you know you cannot attend. |
| Ignoring tech requests | Car rejection or disciplinary review. | Cooperate with the Technical Department and fix requested issues. |
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Policy Changes
EFVD may modify this guide when needed to support sustainability, fairness and the continued growth of the championship.