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On September 8, the Korea Automobile Racing Association (KARA) hosted the first-ever KARA Esports Cup at PSR in Seoul, marking a milestone in the growth of Esports in Korea. The event, supported by PSR and DCT Racing, attracted a record-breaking 239 participants across three categories—iRacing, Assetto Corsa Competizione, and Gran Turismo—with the winners set to represent Korea at the upcoming FIA Motorsport Games.

Rodin Cars and FIA Member Club MotorSport New Zealand have partnered to establish a new pathway to Formula 1 for aspiring Kiwi drivers through the NZ Formula Ford Championship. This initiative is designed to promote diversity, inclusion, and opportunity in motorsport by providing a clear route to the pinnacle of motorsport.

The Indonesia Automotive Golf Community (IAGC), operating under FIA Member Club the Ikatan Motor Indonesia (IMI), hosted its second Indonesia Automotive Friendship Golf Gathering on June 22, 2024, at the Damai Indah Golf – Pantai Indah Kapuk Course. The event showcased IMI’s commitment to promoting Indonesia’s automotive culture while diversifying its initiatives through innovative, cross-industry experiences.

The 4th China Automobile and Motorcycle Sports Festival, co-hosted by the Federation of Automobile and Motorcycle Sports of China (CAMF), Geely Holding Group, Mintimes and the People's Government of Daqing, took place from August 28 to September 1, 2024, in Daqing Racing Town, China. This event reaffirmed its position as an important part of the motorsports calendar in China.

The Japan Automobile Federation (JAF), under the leadership of President Masayoshi Sakaguchi, has launched an "Upcycling Project" aimed at transforming used roadside assistance uniforms into new, functional products through crowdfunding. This initiative is set to run from Wednesday, July 10, to Friday, August 30.

The 2024 Korea Automobile Racing Association (KARA) Gymkhana Championship has successfully commenced, marking a significant step in the promotion of motorsports in Korea. The starting round was held on a special course at Inje Speedium on May 26, followed by the second round at Gimcheon Neotech on June 16. This championship aims to popularise Gymkhana as a grassroots motorsport, encouraging wider participation across the country.

The Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI) has concluded its nationwide Stewards’ Training Program, a key part of the India Development Program. Supported by the FIA Sport Club Development Program, this initiative has effectively engaged new participants in the Indian motorsport community.

The FIA Girls on Track program is set to expand its reach to the Australia’s Northern Territory in 2024, with two events scheduled for June. In collaboration with Motorsport Australia, Motorsport NT and Major Events NT, this initiative aims to boost participation of young women in motorsport. Following a successful edition last year, the program returns to Darwin while venturing to Alice Springs for the first time.

With support from the FIA Sport Grant Programme, the Nepal Automobiles' Association (NASA) conducted an extensive motorsport training program in Kathmandu and Dhulikhel from March 1st to 3rd, 2024. The initiative aimed to equip marshals and drivers with enhanced safety measures and skills in rallycross, autocross, and karting slalom disciplines, drawing active participation from motorsport enthusiasts.

The Taipei International Gymkhana Prize (TIGP), organised by Chinese Taipei Motor Sports (CTMS), is back after a four-year hiatus. Scheduled for April 2024 in Taipei City, the event will feature forty-eight drivers from sixteen ASN teams competing in four categories: male solo, female solo, male double, and mixed double.