FIA World Council for Automobile Mobility and Tourism Reviews Six Months of Progress for Safe and Sustainable Mobility and Tourism in 2026

FIA World Council for Automobile Mobility and Tourism Reviews Six Months of Progress for Safe and Sustainable Mobility and Tourism in 2026

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The WCAMT’s first meeting of 2026 highlighted the FIA’s continued commitment to safer, more sustainable and more affordable mobility worldwide through collaboration with its Member Clubs and international partners.

 

Driving road safety at scale

The meeting opened with an update on the continued growth of the FIA Safe Mobility 4 All and 4 Life (SM4A4L) programme, developed in partnership with the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and supported by the FIA Foundation.

Following the successful introduction of SM4A4L in the Americas (FIA Regions III and IV) and Asia-Pacific (FIA Region II), 2026 has seen the expansion of the programme into FIA Region I COFO (Eastern and Central Europe), the FIA Region I MENA Mobility Council (Middle East and North Africa) and the FIA Region I African Council of Touring and Automobile Clubs (ACTA) subdivisions, demonstrating the FIA’s commitment to advancing road safety worldwide. 

The FIA Road Safety Index (FIA RSI) continues to provide organisations with an evidence-based framework to manage their road safety footprint. In recent months, 29 organisations across Europe, North and South America, and Asia have received an FIA rating through the FIA RSI.

Helping organisations measure and benchmark driver risk at the individual level, World Council members were updated on the latest developments for the AI-powered FIA Driver Safety Index, which is now being adopted by FIA Member Clubs and piloted with Equans Belux.

 

Supporting innovation and Member development

To continue innovation and development globally, the WCAMT was informed on the 13 new projects, which are receiving support through the FIA Safe and Sustainable Mobility Grants Programme this year, covering policy research, urban road safety and two-wheeler advocacy.

The WCAMT received updates on a number of initiatives, supported by the Mobility Services Commission, designed to help FIA Member Clubs develop new services and strengthen their local impact. A key initiative included developments in drone training services, building on the model from FIA Member Club, ACA Andorra, creating new business opportunities for Clubs worldwide.

And to showcase Member Club projects, the FIA Innovation Challenge launched its third edition. Since the first edition in 2024, a record number of 65 projects have been submitted this year, demonstrating the depth of innovative expertise across the four FIA Mobility Regions.

 

Advancing sustainable mobility

The FIA has continued to strengthen sustainability support for Member Clubs through practical tools, training and knowledge-sharing opportunities. The Sustainability Champions Network will help connect expertise across the network, while the Environmental Accreditation Programme continues to provide a recognised framework for measuring and improving environmental performance.

A major milestone for 2026 is the launch of the new season of the FIA Sustainable Innovation Series, hosted alongside FIA Championships to bring together experts across various industries to discuss the solutions aiming to accelerate sustainable innovation in motor sport and mobility.

 

Supporting travel across borders

Members reviewed developments in travel and tourism services, including ongoing discussions with the UN on amendments to the 1968 Vienna Convention on Road Traffic to define International Driving Permits (IDPs). Meanwhile, the digitisation of the Carnet de Passages en Douane (CPD), is improving access for road users to one of the FIA’s flagship international mobility services. As of June 2026, 88,118 CPDs have been distributed, an increase of over 48,000 compared to the same period last year. 

 

International Collaboration

With support from technical experts across the FIA and guided by the FIA Mobility Policy Commission the FIA has continued to work closely with United Nations bodies including the UNECE. The FIA has engaged on key issues ranging from road safety and access to vehicle data to the latest draft regulations on automated driving systems. The FIA also engaged with Government Customs experts on the issue of border crossing for Historic Vehicles.

Through these collaborations, the FIA is helping to ensure that the perspectives of consumers and Member Clubs are reflected in the development of future transport policies and standards worldwide.

 

Preserving motoring heritage

The FIA International Historical Commission (CHI) continues to promote and protect motoring heritage through engagement with FIA Member Clubs worldwide. This year the CHI has expanded its global museums network with 25 historic vehicle museums joining from Europe and America, advanced work on the FIA Historical Vehicle Register and launched new working groups focused on youth engagement and sustainable fuels.

 

H.E. Mohammed Ben Sulayem, President of the FIA said: “The FIA’s strength comes from its global network of Member Clubs and their ability to turn ideas into action for their communities.

I have seen inspiring initiatives implemented in every region around the world and it continues to inspire our entire community and deliver lasting change. Over the past year, together with our Members, we have expanded programmes that save lives, support innovation and help shape the future of mobility, delivering solutions for road users around the world.”

 

Tim Shearman, FIA Deputy President for Automobile Mobility and Tourism said: “Throughout this year, we’ve worked hard to bring practical solutions to our Member Clubs as we continue to respond and adapt to the ever-evolving mobility landscape.

As we look ahead, we must continue collaborating with experts across our network to build on this momentum and meet the diverse needs of road users worldwide.”

 

Willem Groenewald, FIA Secretary General for Mobility, Sustainability and Tourism said: “The breadth of initiatives discussed by the World Council reflects the progress being made across the FIA Network to drive safer, more sustainable and more affordable mobility for everyone.

It is particularly important to note that sustainability is no longer a standalone initiative, it’s becoming embedded across the work of our Member Clubs. Programmes like the FIA Sustainable Innovation Series are bringing these conversations to the pinnacle of motor sport, and providing a platform for experts in the FIA and beyond to accelerate progress in sustainable mobility solutions from the track to the road.”

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The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), the global governing body for motor sport and the federation for mobility organisations worldwide welcomed 180 6-16 year old students from across Macau to the Federation’s Annual Conference to teach them about the wealth of opportunities and careers available across motor sport and mobility.

Students from Pui Ching Middle School in Macau attended the event, accompanied by Principal Dr. Kou Kam Fair, to hear about the FIA’s varied and vital work across mobility and motor sport, as well as the work done by the FIA communications and human resources teams, with speakers at the session representing the FIA Leadership Team, the Automobile General Association Macao-China (AAMC), and departments across the FIA.

Dr.  Choi Lik Hang, Director of Student Development at Pui Ching Middle School, said: “With a session like this for our students, we now all understand more about sports, more about the relationship between the track and the road, and more about future careers.”

The FIA 101 initiative, now in its 5th year, forms part of the FIA’s commitment to empowering the next generation and increasing diversity in industries through education and development opportunities around the world.

H.E. Mohammed Ben Sulayem, President of the FIA, said: “Developing the next generation of motorsport and mobility professionals while expanding opportunities around the world are missions at the heart of the FIA. The success of the FIA 101 initiative highlights the progress we are making, with 180 young students hearing from leaders across our Federation.”

Alongside the careers conversations, students had the opportunity to engage with the FIA Esports programme and learn more about the competition which is seeing significant growth in China and across APAC. The first FIA Esports Global Rally Tour has over 6,000 drivers participating from 159 countries worldwide, reflecting the increase in participation around the world as the FIA recently launched a call for proposals for future Esports championships contests and new partners.

The session also explored AAMC programmes designed to increase youth participation in motorsport, such as the Macau Karting Academy and 2026 AAMC Karting Championship which is developing talented drivers in the region, with the FIA Karting Arrive & Drive Asia-Pacific Championship being hosted in Macau for the first time in September.

Chong Coc Veng, Chairman of the Automobile Association Macao-China, said: “At the AAMC we are committed to ensuring young people have the opportunity to grow and develop. Macau is a location with outstanding future professionals and through our partnership with the FIA, this session is helping to inspire the next generation by showcasing the diverse and exciting career opportunities in motor sport and mobility. We thank the FIA and all speakers for joining us in sharing expertise and development advice with Pui Ching Middle School.”

The FIA 101 programme forms part of the work of the FIA University, the Federation’s educational arm and a global leader in accreditation, education, and research for motor sport and mobility. Supported by the FIA Foundation, the FIA University provides the FIA network with world-class expertise to deliver pioneering research across safety, sustainability and mobility, scholarships to top universities, executive leadership programmes to support career progression, and e learning modules delivered by an international faculty. Its work informs public policy and strategy and serves as a vital resource for FIA Member Clubs around the world.

 

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The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) is the governing body for world motor sport and the federation for mobility organisations globally. It is a non-profit organisation committed to driving innovation and championing safety, sustainability and equality across motor sport and mobility.

Founded in 1904, with offices in Paris, London and Geneva, the FIA brings together 245 Member Organisations across five continents, representing millions of road users, motor sport professionals and volunteers. It develops and enforces regulations for motor sport, including seven FIA World Championships, to ensure worldwide competitions are safe and fair for all.

The 2026 FIA Conference is hosted in association with Galaxy Entertainment Group and will be held at the International Convention Centre from 23-25 June. The Galaxy International Convention Centre is situated within the Galaxy Macay Integrated Resort which regularly plays host to world class sporting and conference events, and international exhibitions.

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