How can I tell if a car competition is legitimate?

Check: Companies House registration (active, not dissolved), Trustpilot score and review volume, whether draws are streamed live, whether winners are published with names and evidence, and whether the site is signed up to the DCMS Voluntary Code of Good Practice.

What is the DCMS Voluntary Code?

A code of good practice for prize draw operators, published by the government in May 2026. Signatories commit to transparent draws, responsible gambling measures, and accurate marketing. Not all operators have signed it — check our site reviews.

What should I check on Companies House?

Confirm the company is active (not dissolved), has been trading for a reasonable period, and that the registered address matches what's on the site. Accounts filed on time are a positive signal.

Are live draws actually random?

Most operators use Google's random number generator or a certified third-party RNG, with ticket numbers visible during the draw. Rev Comps uses a physical ball machine. A site that won't show you the draw mechanism is a red flag.

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How can I tell if a car competition is legitimate?: Check: Companies House registration (active, not dissolved), Trustpilot score and review volume, whether draws are streamed live, whether winners are published with names and evidence, and whether the site is signed up to the DCMS Voluntary Code of Good Practice.
What is the DCMS Voluntary Code?: A code of good practice for prize draw operators, published by the government in May 2026. Signatories commit to transparent draws, responsible gambling measures, and accurate marketing. Not all operators have signed it — check our site reviews.
What should I check on Companies House?: Confirm the company is active (not dissolved), has been trading for a reasonable period, and that the registered address matches what's on the site. Accounts filed on time are a positive signal.
Are live draws actually random?: Most operators use Google's random number generator or a certified third-party RNG, with ticket numbers visible during the draw. Rev Comps uses a physical ball machine. A site that won't show you the draw mechanism is a red flag.

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