CrateOnScene Roadmap & Updates

• VendorConnect — Organizers can now invite vendors directly; approved vendors display with logos on event pages.
• DriverConnect — Organizers can now invite drivers directly; registered cars display with thumbnails on event pages.
• SponsorsLink — Vendors and businesses can now browse events on CrateOnScene and apply to sponsor them directly. Once approved by organizers, sponsor logos appear in the sponsor section of the event page, giving events instant credibility and prestige. 

  💡During early access, SponsorLink is available with no platform fees. Organizers and sponsors handle payments directly, giving everyone the chance to see how the system works. In the future, SponsorLink will process sponsorships seamlessly inside CrateOnScene, with a standard platform fee applied. This ensures the platform can continue growing while giving organizers a professional, built-in way to fund their events.

How SponsorLink Works Today

There are two ways sponsors can show on your event page:

1. Existing Partners (Manual) — If you already have sponsor relationships, you can list them on your event through SponsorLink. Their logos will display in the sponsor section.

2. New Sponsors (Applications) — Vendors and businesses using CrateOnScene can now discover your event, apply to sponsor, and—once approved—their logos appear automatically.

👉 The difference: Manual sponsors keep your current relationships visible, while SponsorLink applications bring you new sponsors you might never have reached otherwise.

• VendorConnect — Organizers can invite vendors directly; approved vendors display with logos on event pages.
• DriverConnect — Organizers can invite drivers directly; registered cars display with thumbnails on event pages.
• SponsorLink — Vendors and businesses can now browse events on CrateOnScene and apply to sponsor them directly. Once approved by organizers, sponsor logos appear in the sponsor section of the event page, giving events instant credibility and prestige.

Coming Soon

• VendorConnect Discover — VendorConnect Discover (Shops & Services) makes vendors more than just event booths — it turns them into businesses you can actually find and work with. Drivers and spectators will be able to search by category (detailers, tuners, wrap shops, apparel, etc.) and view vendor profiles like a professional member list, not just a random directory.
• Ticketing (Optional) —  Organizers will soon be able to manage ticketing directly through CrateOnScene. Event pages will include a “Purchase Tickets” button, giving spectators a simple and trusted way to secure entry.

  Organizers who already have a preferred ticketing provider can continue using it — CrateOnScene supports adding a custom third-party ticket link. For those who want everything in one place, built-in ticketing will offer a convenient, professional alternative.

  💡 During early access, organizers can link to third-party ticketing providers for free. In the future, CrateOnScene will offer integrated ticketing with seamless payment processing, with a standard platform fee applied for transactions handled inside CrateOnScene.

• Fan Favorite Voting — Spectators will be able to vote for their favorite builds to add a new engagement layer to events.
• Judging System (Optional) — Organizers will be able to manage judged competitions directly inside CrateOnScene. 
    Drivers can generate printable car spec sheets with their build details, while organizers can print event packets for manual judging. 
    For larger shows, a digital judging module will provide score entry, category assignment, and automatic tallies. 
    Judging will be offered as a premium feature, and will be free for events that use CrateOnScene ticketing

Shipping to Production

• DriverSponsorships — Drivers will soon be able to showcase sponsors directly on their CrateOnScene profiles. Vendors and businesses can search for drivers with a track record of event attendance and apply to sponsor them. Logos from approved sponsors will appear on driver profiles, giving cars prestige and drivers new opportunities.

  💡 During early access, Driver Sponsorships will be available with no platform fees. In the future, sponsorships will be processed seamlessly inside CrateOnScene, with a standard platform fee applied. This ensures the program remains sustainable while helping drivers turn passion into opportunity.

Ticketing Links (Live Now)

• “Purchase Tickets” button — Organizers can add a link to their preferred third‑party ticketing provider. The button appears on the event page and routes attendees to purchase.

New Profile Tools

• Organizer Profiles — Profile pages for organizers, including Instagram links.
• Vendor Profiles & Portal — Vendors can manage applications and profiles directly in CrateOnScene.
• Driver Profiles — Profiles for drivers showing registered builds and (soon) event history.
• Spectator Access — Cleaner event views for smoother RSVPs.

Event Day Check‑In QuickPass

• QR code check‑in for drivers, vendors, and spectators for faster gates and smoother entry.

Discoverability Upgrades

• Location‑Based Event Search to find shows near you.
• Share Button on event pages for easy promotion.

Organizer Milestones

• Milestone notifications to track organizer growth and consistency.

CrateOnScene Launch (MVP)

• Event creation & management for organizers.
• Car registration for drivers.
• RSVP system for spectators.