FIA World Motor Sport Council Meeting Highlights and Major Announcements
Key Ideas
  • The FIA World Motor Sport Council approved the first safety regulations for vehicles powered by liquid hydrogen, a significant step towards a sustainable transition in motor sport.
  • Malaysia is confirmed as the host for the first FIA Karting 'Arrive and Drive' World Cup, promoting global talent pathways and broadening access to grassroots motor sport.
  • The new World Rally Championship ruleset, WRC27, prioritizes flexibility by allowing a huge variety of bodywork designs, setting the stage for a new era starting from 2027.
  • FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem highlighted the financial sustainability of the organization, with a profit of €4.7 million in 2024 to be reinvested into key projects supporting global motorsport participation.
The World Motor Sport Council met in Macau for its second session of 2025, with FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem leading the meeting. President Ben Sulayem emphasized the exciting technological advancements and growth across all championships in 2025. The council approved the first safety regulations for vehicles using liquid hydrogen, a key milestone in promoting sustainable practices in motor sport. These regulations focus on strict standards for vehicle integration, storage systems, and refuelling procedures, aiming to position motor sport as an innovator in hydrogen technology. Malaysia was announced as the host for the inaugural FIA Karting 'Arrive and Drive' World Cup, designed to support emerging talent and broaden access to grassroots motor sport. The event will follow a cost-effective format to ensure technical parity and inclusivity. Additionally, the World Council approved the WRC27 ruleset for the 2027 World Rally Championship, emphasizing flexibility in bodywork designs. President Ben Sulayem also highlighted the FIA's financial sustainability, with profits being reinvested into key projects to support global motorsport participation.
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