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The fourth edition of the FIA Immersion Programme, co-funded by the FIA Foundation, successfully wrapped up, bringing together 17 emerging motorsport leaders from around the world. Representing Clubs from diverse countries such as Argentina, Armenia, Bahrain, Bulgaria, Indonesia, Jordan, Korea, Namibia, Nepal, Nigeria, Oman, Paraguay, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Syrian Arab Republic, Trinidad and Tobago, and Turkey, participants gained valuable knowledge and skills to strengthen their respective organisations and contribute to the global motorsport community.

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.

As part of the FIA's 'Arrive and Drive' initiative, the Dansk Gokart Cup in Denmark, launched in 2024 and sanctioned by the Danish Automobile Sports Federation (DASU), is setting a benchmark for accessible and inclusive karting. Initiated by Akbar Ebrahim in December 2023, the ‘Arrive and Drive’ model aims to break down economic barriers and broaden participation. By making karting more affordable, it lays a strong foundation for both national and international competitions, promoting engagement at a grassroots level.

A dinner was held at Daniel Pienaar Technical High School in Kariega to celebrate two significant achievements: the presentation of the FIA President’s Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Award to the school, and the recognition of nine South African motorsport legends. The high school, the only one in South Africa offering motorsport as a school sport, was honoured for its commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion in the sport.

The Cayman Motoring Federation (CMF) is pleased to report the success of its members in the Jamaica Simulation Racing Association (JSRA) Esports Championship Series on iRacing. Commencing in June 2024, this rigorous 6-round series featured participation from leading racers across the Caribbean, the Americas, Europe, and the United Kingdom. The event served as a preparatory competition for the FIA Motorsports Games scheduled for October 2024.

The French Federation of Automobile Sport (FFSA) is celebrating the 30th anniversary of Rallye Jeunes Yacco FFSA, a pioneering initiative that has launched the careers of some of the world’s top rally drivers. Established in 1994, this program has been instrumental in discovering and nurturing young racing talent.

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 Road Safety Institute (RSI) "Panos Mylonas", in collaboration with Olympia Odos S.A., successfully organised the "Pit Stop for Road Safety" event for the fourth consecutive year. Held on June 14th, at the Motorists Service Station (MSS) of Megara, this initiative aimed to enhance driver awareness about the importance of vehicle maintenance and safety checks ahead of summer excursions.

The Automobile Association Vietnam (AA Vietnam) proudly announces the launch of the fourth phase of its successful anti-drink driving campaign, The Power of No , starting in July 2024. This initiative, which began in 2020, has already completed three successful pilot phases, reaching over 44.5 million people across seven ASEAN countries, including the Philippines, Malaysia, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, Vietnam, and recently Indonesia.

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.