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In a major step forward, the Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI) launched the Indian Development Program (IDP) in September 2023, with a vision to create an inclusive future and put India at the forefront of racing.

The Automóvil Club de Chile (ACCHI) project delivered training to over 100 bus drivers in Santiago. The programme was supported by an FIA Sustainable Mobility Grant, funded by the FIA Foundation.

- Two new brochures published: FIA Standard Guidelines – Protective Clothing & FIA Standard Guidelines – Helmets - Guidelines designed to present all relevant regulations in user-friendly format to promote familiarity and compliance - Each guide features targeted sections for Scrutineers - Complete set of Safety Equipment Guidelines in development

The EDI (Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) category of the FIA President’s Awards received a large number of entries for the second year running.

In a proud moment for Peru and the Touring y Automovil Club del Peru (TACP), 1888 Peruvian volunteers took center stage at the XIX Pan American Games Santiago 2023, showcasing their dedication and spirit.

This autumn, Avto-Moto Zveza Slovenije (AMZS) hosted the FIA Region I’s and ARC Europe’s 2023 Road Patrol Training for Excellence, while the Automobile Association of Kenya (AA Kenya) hosted the FIA Region I African Council of Touring and Automobile Clubs (ACTA) Road Patrol Training for Excellence.

The FIA and the Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation (SAMF) recently hosted the second edition of the FIA Drag Racing Scrutineers Training at Dirab Park, Riyadh, from 8-9 November.

The FIA University continues its commitment to empower Member Clubs. Following the successful delivery of the FIA University Emerging Leaders and Senior Executive Programmes, it proudly reports the success of its flagship courses: the Certificate in Motorsport Leadership and Management and the Certificate in Modern Sport Governance. Launched respectively in June and October 2023, these courses have seen an overwhelming response with over 250 individuals actively enrolled. Developed and delivered by the FIA, theyare offered to Members at no cost.

The Automobile Association of South Africa (AASA) has received its first 1-star rating from the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) Environmental Accreditation Programme.

FIA Member Clubs demonstrated their commitment to a safer future on the roads with 13 entries to the 2023 FIA President's Road Safety Award.