33rd UICR Professional Driver
World Championship 2026

9–12 September 2026

Eppelheim by Heidelberg, Germany

Hosted by Motorsportclub Eppelheim e.V. im ADAC

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Vehicle Categories

 
  • Solo truck > 7.5t
  • Bus / Coach
  • Tractor-trailer (Semitrailer) > 40t
  • Drawbar Trailer > 40t
  • Young driver > 21 years Solo truck < 7.5t
  • Delivery van > 3.5–3.8 t class
  • ECO – Driving

 

Teams may enter multiple categories subject to eligibility and local logistics.

Disciplines

 

  • Theory Test: a computer-based, multiple-choice examination on the rules of the road.
  • Pre-trip Inspection Defects: to verify that the vehicle is in safe operating condition before driving
  • Skill Driving: precision manoeuvres, judgement, safety under time pressure
  • ECO Driving: efficiency, smoothness, fuel/energy use and environmental impact

Tasks reflect real-world operations and reinforce best practice.

Who Can Enter

 

  • National teams via federations or authorities
  • Professional Driver clubs & associations
  • Teams from training centres and driving schools
  • Company / fleet teams (operators worldwide)

 

Solo entries may be facilitated through a national coordinator.