Drifting is a driving technique in which a driver breaks the rear wheels out of a gripping position and counter-steers the vehicle around a course.

The Drift Masters European Championship consists of a scheduled number of two (or one) – day meets” in which drivers compete in a single elimination bracket of “head-to- head” battles.

Head-to-head runs are judged and based on a number of pre-determined criteria with the winner moving into the next level of the bracket.

Drivers will complete two non-consecutive runs on the course in reverse order of current rank in the Championship.

Drivers that do not fill the outside zones, reach inner clips, or do so at a low degree of angle while making mistakes or corrections will receive deductions.

The Bye Run is a non-judged lap to prove the mechanical condition of the vehicle is ready for competition.

Once complete the competitor can choose to drive the rest of the course or continue to drift the remainder of the circuit.

Wildcards are typically drivers who are not part of the full season's regular lineup but are invited to compete in specific events.

Wildcards add an element of unpredictability and excitement to the competition, as their inclusion can disrupt established rankings and offer fresh rivalries.