Licences

Participation in the Automobili La’Bergitla Endurance Series is strictly limited to individuals and organisations holding a licence issued or formally recognised by Automobili La’Bergitla Ltd, in full compliance with the 2030–2031 Endurance Series Sporting Regulations.

 

The licensing framework is designed to uphold the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and sporting integrity, ensuring that only proven and qualified competitors, suppliers, and officials are admitted to the 24-hour international endurance platform.

 

All licences are issued for a single calendar year (1 January – 31 December) and are subject to annual renewal, conditional on continued eligibility and regulatory compliance.

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Driver Licences

All Drivers entering the Automobili La’Bergitla Endurance Series must hold one of the following recognised credentials:

• FIA e-Licence

• FIA Super Licence

• ACO Le Mans Licence

• La’Bergitla Championship Licence (Levels A–C)

 

The La’Bergitla Championship Licence

The Championship Licence is structured in three progressive tiers, designed to ensure only drivers of proven ability and readiness compete at the appropriate level.

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Level A – Professional Endurance Licence
Mandatory for elite international competitors. This category aligns with the standards of the FIA Super Licence and is required for Formula E, FIA WEC, Hypercar, and comparable top-tier entrants.

 

Level B – Pro-Am / National Licence
Intended for experienced competitors at national or regional level, as well as designated test and reserve drivers.

 

Level C – Rookie / Development Licence
Reserved for junior, development, or simulator drivers, authorised by their ASN or by the Series Promoter under an approved development pathway.

 

Medical & Conduct Requirements

• A valid medical certificate of aptitude is required prior to the issue of any licence.

• A penalty-points system applies to all Drivers: accumulation of 12 points within any 12-month period results in the automatic suspension of the licence for one Competition.

 

Annual Driver Licence Fees 

• Level A (FIA Super Licence equivalence): €9,400 base fee + €1,900 per championship point

• Level B: €7,200 flat fee

• Level C: €5,400 flat fee

 

Licence Levels & Eligibility

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Mandatory Training & Certification – Drivers

All Drivers applying for a La’Bergitla Championship Licence or entering the Automobili La’Bergitla Endurance Series under an FIA or ACO credential must complete a mandatory Driver Training Programme prior to licence validation.

 

Training Scope for Drivers

The programme is tailored to the demands of 24-hour electric endurance competition and includes:

• High-Voltage & Electrical Safety – handling of energy storage systems, regenerative braking protocols, emergency shut-down procedures, and cockpit safety operations.

• Vehicle Technical Familiarisation – architecture of La’Bergitla endurance prototypes, battery management, software systems, and homologated component requirements.

• Sporting Code & Race Procedures – driver conduct, race control communications, full-course yellow/safety car/virtual safety car protocols, and penalty systems.

• Endurance Fitness & Safety Standards – medical requirements, driver change procedures, and fatigue-management guidelines.

 

Driver Certification Test

Following completion of the training, all Drivers must pass a written and practical test confirming their competence in:

• Electrical and operational safety procedures

• Series-specific technical systems

• Sporting and race-control regulations

 

A licence is not issued until successful completion of this test is confirmed.

 

Alternative Qualification Routes

• Former FIA Super Licence Holders – granted automatic recognition of prior international standing, subject to completion of the high-voltage safety module.

• Experienced Electric Racing Drivers – competitors with recognised participation in Formula E, FIA WEC Hypercar, or equivalent international electric categories may be fast-tracked, subject to approval by the Promoter.

 

Purpose

The mandatory Driver Training Programme ensures that all participants possess the technical knowledge, safety awareness, and regulatory competence required to compete in the Automobili La’Bergitla Endurance Series at the highest professional standard.

 

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Competitor (Team) Licences

Each officially recognised entrant in the Automobili La’Bergitla Endurance Series must hold a valid Competitor’s Licence, issued on a seasonal basis. The licence constitutes formal authorisation to participate as a franchise entry within the Series.

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The Competitor’s Licence certifies that the entrant has demonstrated:

• Regulatory Compliance – full adherence to Articles 14.1–14.13 of the Sporting Regulations.

• Financial & Operational Stability – evidence of sustainable financial resources and professional management capability.

• Primary Entry Rights – entitlement to operate one principal car entry per franchise, with provision for a second entry available to approved manufacturers under Series evaluation.

• Access for Independents & Wildcards – a structured pathway allowing independents, national clubs, or wildcard entrants to apply for a single-car Competitor’s Licence.

• Sustainability Commitment – compliance with the Series’ environmental, technological, and sustainability framework as a condition of ongoing participation.

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Mandatory Training & Certification – Competitors (Teams)

All franchise entrants applying for a Competitor’s Licence in the Automobili La’Bergitla Endurance Series must complete a mandatory Team Training & Certification Programme prior to the activation of their licence. This requirement ensures that every entrant demonstrates the operational, financial, and technical competence necessary to manage a professional endurance racing programme.

 

Training Scope for Competitors

The programme covers:

• Sporting & Regulatory Framework – detailed instruction on the Series Sporting Regulations, team responsibilities, and compliance obligations.

• Technical & Operational Standards – homologation procedures, open-architecture system requirements, and cost-control frameworks.

• Governance & Integrity Protocols – anti-doping, anti-fraud, and ethical standards for team operations and personnel.

• Sustainability & Environmental Compliance – integration of the Series’ sustainability framework into team logistics, operations, and reporting.

• Crisis & Safety Procedures – emergency response protocols, energy management safety, and event contingency planning.

 

Certification Test

Competitors must successfully complete a compliance assessment, confirming proficiency in:

• Sporting and technical regulations

• Financial and operational governance

• Sustainability and safety standards

Certification is a prerequisite for the issue or renewal of a Competitor’s Licence.

Alternative Qualification Routes

• Established FIA/ACO Entrants – teams with active participation in FIA World Endurance Championship, Formula E, or ACO Le Mans may be granted partial credit, subject to verification of compliance and completion of sustainability modules.

• Approved Manufacturer Programmes – manufacturer-backed operations with existing homologation credentials may be fast-tracked, provided all governance and sustainability requirements are met.

 

Purpose

The Competitor Training & Certification Programme guarantees that every licensed team meets a uniform benchmark of professionalism, compliance, and sustainability, safeguarding the sporting integrity and long-term stability of the Automobili La’Bergitla Endurance Series.

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Annual Competitor’s Licence Fee: €420,000 per franchise entry.

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Technical Supplier Licences

All manufacturers and technical partners participating in the Automobili La’Bergitla Endurance Series are required to hold an Official Supplier Licence. This licence is mandatory for providers of critical systems and homologated components, including (but not limited to) batteries, chassis, control software, and approved technical assemblies.

 

The Supplier Licence formally certifies:

• Standards Compliance – full conformity with the Series’ open-architecture and interoperability requirements.

• Component Homologation – validation and approval of all supplied parts under the Technical Regulations.

• Cost & Sustainability Governance – adherence to defined cost-control frameworks and environmental sustainability measures.

 

Only licensed suppliers are authorised to contribute components or technologies to Series competitors.

 

Mandatory Training & Certification – Technical Suppliers

All manufacturers and technical partners applying for an Official Supplier Licence in the Automobili La’Bergitla Endurance Series must complete a mandatory Supplier Training & Certification Programme before their licence can be granted or renewed. This ensures that all suppliers meet the technical, regulatory, and sustainability standards required for participation in the Series.

 

Training Scope for Suppliers

The programme addresses:

• Technical Regulations & Homologation – detailed instruction on component homologation, open-architecture integration, and performance parity requirements.

• Electrical & Systems Safety – high-voltage system handling, safety standards for battery and energy-storage technologies, and compliance with Series safety protocols.

• Cost Control & Transparency – training in the financial and supply-chain reporting obligations required to ensure fair competition and cost governance.

• Sustainability Standards – environmental compliance, lifecycle management of components, and integration of sustainable materials and processes.

• Innovation & Collaboration Protocols – frameworks for supplier cooperation, data-sharing requirements, and Series-approved technology pathways.

 

Certification Test

All suppliers must complete a compliance and technical assessment, confirming:

• Homologation readiness of components

• Full understanding of Series technical regulations

• Adherence to cost-control and sustainability protocols

 

Successful completion is a prerequisite for licence activation.

 

Alternative Qualification Routes

• Existing FIA/ACO Homologated Suppliers – manufacturers already homologated under FIA or ACO programmes may be fast-tracked, subject to completion of sustainability and interoperability modules.

• Recognised Innovation Partners – suppliers with a proven record of Series-approved collaboration may qualify under an accelerated framework, provided all cost-control and compliance standards are met.

 

Purpose

The Supplier Training & Certification Programme guarantees that all licensed manufacturers and partners uphold a uniform standard of technical excellence, safety, and sustainability, ensuring that the Automobili La’Bergitla Endurance Series remains an open, fair, and globally innovative platform.

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Annual Supplier Licence Fee: €135,000 per approved licence.

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Officials & Operations

All Race Directors, Stewards, Technical Delegates, and Series-appointed Officials must hold a valid Series Official Licence, issued exclusively by Automobili La’Bergitla Ltd.

 

Licensing is conditional upon the successful completion of the Series’ governance, integrity, and compliance programme, ensuring that all Officials uphold the highest standards of sporting fairness, technical rigour, and operational safety.

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Mandatory Training & Certification – Officials & Operations

All Race Directors, Stewards, Technical Delegates, and Series-appointed Officials must complete a mandatory Officials’ Training & Certification Programme prior to being granted a Series Official Licence in the Automobili La’Bergitla Endurance Series. The programme ensures that all officials operate to the highest standards of governance, sporting integrity, and technical oversight.

 

Training Scope for Officials

The curriculum includes:

• Governance & Integrity Frameworks – conflict-of-interest protocols, anti-fraud standards, and enforcement of the Series Code of Conduct.

• Sporting Regulations – in-depth instruction on the 2030–2031 Endurance Series Sporting Regulations, disciplinary procedures, and penalty systems.

• Technical Oversight – homologation checks, scrutineering procedures, and compliance monitoring.

• Event Operations – race control systems, safety-car and full-course yellow procedures, emergency response coordination, and communications protocols.

• Sustainability & Ethical Standards – alignment with the Series’ environmental and social governance commitments.

 

Certification Test

Officials are required to complete a written and scenario-based assessment, confirming:

• Proficiency in applying sporting and technical regulations

• Competence in race control and decision-making under pressure

• Familiarity with governance and compliance obligations

 

Successful certification is mandatory for the activation or renewal of an Official Licence.

 

Alternative Qualification Routes

• Experienced FIA/ACO Officials – personnel with proven service in FIA, ACO, or other recognised international series may be granted accelerated recognition, subject to completion of Series-specific modules.

• National ASN Officials – those holding senior roles at ASN level may transition into Series roles after passing integrity and governance training.

 

Purpose

The Officials’ Training & Certification Programme guarantees that all race governance and operations are conducted with absolute consistency, transparency, and technical precision, maintaining the integrity and reputation of the Automobili La’Bergitla Endurance Series.

 

Annual Official Licence Fee: €1,350 per licence.

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Validity & Renewal

All licences issued by Automobili La’Bergitla Ltd are valid strictly until 31 December of the relevant year, after which they automatically expire.

 

Renewal is conditional upon:

• Compliance Review – confirmation of continued adherence to all Sporting and Technical Regulations.

• Medical Certification – submission of an updated medical certificate of aptitude (where applicable).

• Ongoing Eligibility – verification of sporting, financial, and operational standing in accordance with the 2030–2031 Endurance Series Sporting Regulations.

 

Licences may be suspended, restricted, or withdrawn in cases of:

• Breach of the Sporting Code

• Technical infringements

• Misconduct or actions deemed prejudicial to the reputation or integrity of the Series

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Test Requirements

All licence holders in the Automobili La’Bergitla Endurance Series are required to complete a certification test to validate their knowledge and readiness for competition. Tests are designed to ensure every Driver, Competitor, Supplier, and Official meets the highest standards of safety, compliance, and professionalism.

 

Scope

Each licence holder must complete a written examination and, where relevant, a practical or scenario-based assessment tailored to their role.

 

Content by Role

• Drivers – electrical safety, cockpit systems, race procedures, and medical/safety standards.

• Competitors (Teams) – governance, financial compliance, sustainability obligations, and emergency operations.

• Suppliers – homologation requirements, cost-control protocols, sustainability standards, and high-voltage safety.

• Officials – sporting regulations, race control simulations, governance, and ethics.

 

Frequency

• Annual Requirement – all licence holders must pass the test once per licence cycle.

• New Vehicle Generations – the introduction of a new or revised technical package (e.g. Gen 2 → Gen 3) requires mandatory retraining and retesting for Drivers, Competitors, and Suppliers.

• Regulation Updates – Officials are required to retest whenever substantive changes to the Sporting or Technical Regulations are introduced.

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Test Fees

Certification tests are charged in addition to the annual licence fee. Fees are structured to reflect the level of responsibility, technical complexity, and regulatory oversight required for each role within the Automobili La’Bergitla Endurance Series.

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Test Fees by Category

• Drivers (Levels A–C): €750 per test

• Competitors (Teams): €3,500 per test (covering nominated principals and key representatives)

• Suppliers: €5,000 per test (reflecting homologation and compliance requirements)

• Officials: €500 per test

 

These fees are set at a level that balances realism with prestige—accessible to qualified participants while reinforcing the exclusivity, professionalism, and governance standards of the Series.

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Failure & Retesting Protocols

The Automobili La’Bergitla Endurance Series maintains strict standards of competence and safety. All licence holders are expected to pass their certification tests. However, a structured retesting framework exists to ensure fairness while preserving the integrity of the Series.

 

Failure Process

• First Attempt Failure – The candidate must re-sit the test within 30 days. A re-test fee applies: €250 for Drivers and Officials, €1,000 for Teams and Suppliers.

• Second Attempt Failure – The licence application is suspended until the candidate completes a mandatory remedial training programme (additional cost applies) followed by a supervised retest.

• Third Attempt Failure – The licence application is denied for that calendar year. The candidate may only reapply in the following season, subject to the approval of the Promoter.

 

Purpose

This system ensures that:

• Standards remain uncompromised across all categories.

• Participants who require additional preparation receive appropriate training.

• Repeated failure results in meaningful consequences, preserving the professional credibility and safety of the Series.

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Prestige & Practical Standards

Certification in the Automobili La’Bergitla Endurance Series is more than a procedural requirement — it is a statement of professionalism.

• First-Time Success – Candidates who pass their test on the first attempt are awarded a Certificate of Competence, issued as part of their licence pack. This recognition marks them as individuals or organisations operating at the highest level of readiness and expertise.

• Credibility Through Enforcement – The structured testing and failure protocols demonstrate that Automobili La’Bergitla Ltd is not simply issuing licences, but actively safeguarding standards. This reinforces confidence among regulators, partners, and sponsors that every participant meets a strict, measurable benchmark of competence.

• Prestige in Compliance – Passing the Series’ certification confirms alignment with the world’s most advanced endurance racing platform, signalling both capability and commitment to safety, sustainability, and sporting integrity.