Oct. 01-04
2026
2026
Arad Airport
Romania
Romania
09:00
Event start
Event start
15 Sep 2026
Registration ends
Registration ends
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Drag Elite Europe 2026
The ultimate battleground. €50k Prize Pool. Professional track prep.Secure your spot on the grid when registration opens.
Oct. 01-04
2026
2026
Arad Airport
Romania
Romania
09:00
Event start
Event start
15 Sep 2026
Registration ends
Registration ends
Get ready for Drag Elite Europe 2026
Days
Hours
Minutes
Seconds
Step Up To The European Stage
Full Track Prep
Edge-to-edge VHT application.Pro Timing
Millisecond precision telemetry.International Grid
Face champions from 10+ nations.Strict Class Rules
Fair matchmaking. No excuses.
You've built the car. You've spent the hours.
Now, test your metal against the fastest cars in Europe.
This isn't a local test-and-tune. This is Drag Elite.
Now, test your metal against the fastest cars in Europe.
This isn't a local test-and-tune. This is Drag Elite.
[ 01 - THE RULES ]
Official Rulebook Drag Elite 2026
Here you can find all the necessary information regarding regulations for the event. Please note that GENERAL REGULATIONS apply for all classes, and CLASS REGULATIONS are split to class specific regulations in addition to general regulations.
General Regulations
Covers mandatory safety equipment, track etiquette, technical inspection protocols, and overall race day procedures.
Class Regulations
Detailed technical specs for each category, including chassis requirements, tire limits, and allowed power adders.
[ 02 - THE STAKES ]
Registration Min ET And Payouts
Find your class. Hit your times. Take the cash. Enjoy the glory.
Below is the official grid for Drag Elite 2026, featuring Minimum ET requirements for registration (see rulebook), maximum field sizes, and the guaranteed cash prize pool for the podium. Find where your build belongs.
Below is the official grid for Drag Elite 2026, featuring Minimum ET requirements for registration (see rulebook), maximum field sizes, and the guaranteed cash prize pool for the podium. Find where your build belongs.
| Class | Registration Min ET | Entries Max | Field Size | Prizes | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | Phase 2 | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | |||
| True Street | 9.699 | 10.199 | 30 Cars | Top 16 | € 2000 | € 700 | € 300 |
| Street Outlaw | 9.199 | 9.699 | 30 Cars | Top 16 | € 2000 | € 700 | € 300 |
| Small Diesel | 10.199 | 10.699 | 14 Cars | Top 8 | € 2000 | € 700 | € 300 |
| Big Diesel | 9.499 | 9.999 | 14 Cars | Top 8 | € 2000 | € 700 | € 300 |
| Stick Shift | 9.499 | 9.999 | 14 Cars | Top 8 | € 2000 | € 700 | € 300 |
| N/A Class | 9.499 | 9.999 | 25 Cars | Top 16 | € 2500 | € 1000 | € 300 |
| V8+ Class | 8.799 | 9.299 | 25 Cars | Top 16 | € 2500 | € 1000 | € 300 |
| Sport Compact FWD | 10.199 | 10.699 | 25 Cars | Top 16 | € 2500 | € 1000 | € 300 |
| Sport Compact RWD | 9.199 | 9.699 | 25 Cars | Top 16 | € 2500 | € 1000 | € 300 |
| Sport Compact AWD | 9.099 | 9.599 | 30 Cars | Top 16 | € 3000 | € 1200 | € 300 |
True Street
9.699
10.199
30 Cars
Top 16
€ 2000
€ 700
€ 300
Street Outlaw
9.199
9.699
30 Cars
Top 16
€ 2000
€ 700
€ 300
Small Diesel
10.199
10.699
14 Cars
Top 8
€ 2000
€ 700
€ 300
Big Diesel
9.499
9.999
14 Cars
Top 8
€ 2000
€ 700
€ 300
Stick Shift
9.499
9.999
14 Cars
Top 8
€ 2000
€ 700
€ 300
N/A Class
9.499
9.999
25 Cars
Top 16
€ 2500
€ 1000
€ 300
V8+ Class
8.799
9.299
25 Cars
Top 16
€ 2500
€ 1000
€ 300
Sport Compact FWD
10.199
10.699
25 Cars
Top 16
€ 2500
€ 1000
€ 300
Sport Compact RWD
9.199
9.699
25 Cars
Top 16
€ 2500
€ 1000
€ 300
Sport Compact AWD
9.099
9.599
30 Cars
Top 16
€ 3000
€ 1200
€ 300
€50000+
Guaranteed Total Prize Pool
Trophies gather dust, but legends never die. Drag Elite Europe is the ultimate proving ground. We bring together the continent's fastest drivers to battle for absolute supremacy, track records, and a massive €50,000 total prize pool. Take the win. Take the cash. Take the glory.Cash
A guaranteed €34,700 cash fund awaits the fastest drivers. Dominate your class and claim your payout.Trophies
Take home unique trophies for every podium finish. Earn exclusive hardware that commands absolute respect.Sponsors
Our partners will additionally raise the stakes with over an extra €16,000 in premium gear and exclusive rewards.[ 03 - YOUR VIRTUAL PIT CREW ]
Pre-Race Briefing
Meet DeeDee, your virtual host Watch our step-by-step tutorials on vehicle registration, tech inspections, and class rules. Get sorted, get approved, and get to the start line.[ 04 - LOGISTICS & TIMING ]
Competitor Schedule
Precision is everything. Review the crucial milestones for tech inspections, driver meetings, and staging times below. For the minute-by-minute class qualifying and elimination orders, download the official race document.
Thursday,
Oct 01
14:00
Gates Open (Pit Access)
14:00 - 19:00
Technical Inspection
19:30
Gates Close
Friday,
Oct 02
07:00
Gates Open (Competitors)
07:00 - 09:30
Technical Inspection
09:30
Mandatory Driver Briefing
10:00 - 19:10
Qualifying Sessions
20:00
Gates Close
Saturday,
Oct 03
08:00
Gates Open (Competitors)
09:00 - 15:00
Final Qualifying
15:00 - 15:20
Pairing Draw (E1)
16:00 - 18:30
Eliminations 1 (Top 16)
19:30
Gates Close
Sunday,
Oct 04
08:00
Gates Open (Competitors)
09:30 & 12:40
Pairing Draws (Top 8 & Semi)
10:30 - 16:00
Eliminations
09:00 / 13:00 / 15:10
Grudge Racing
16:00 - 17:00
Finals & Race For 3rd
17:15
Prize Ceremony
[ 05 - EVENT REGISTRATION ]
Secure Your Spot. Join The Grid.
Registration for Drag Elite 2026 is strictly limited and operates in two exclusive phases. Prepare your vehicle specs, check the rulebook, and be ready the exact moment the gates open.// Phase 1
03.08.2026
@ 12:00 CET
[ UPCOMING ]
// Phase 2
10.08.2026
@ 12:00 CET
[ OPENS SOON ]
[ 06 - THE LINEUP ]
Meet The Drivers
See who is bringing the heat to Drag Elite. This is the official roster of registered drivers, machines, and assigned race numbers. Know your competition before you line up at the tree.