World Motor Sport Council Wraps Up a Year of Collaboration, Growth, and Development Across Racing
The final session of the FIA World Motor Sport Council for 2025 took place on December 10 during the FIA General Assemblies Week in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Delegates from the international network of National Sporting Authorities (ASNs) participated in the meeting, underscoring the collective efforts of this global federation.
A key focus of the discussions was the foundation of the motorsport hierarchy—developing grassroots initiatives and categories essential for a functioning motorsport ecosystem. FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem commenced the meeting by extolling the vigor and diversity of FIA’s global sporting events.
“This year has been characterized by collaboration, growth, and development,” the President remarked. “We’ve enhanced our championships and are entering the 2026 season with schedules that reflect our global community.” He also reflected on his first term, emphasizing the momentum, purpose, and achievements gained through new agreements that have expanded opportunities and solidified motorsport’s base.
The meeting saw the final approval of the regulatory framework for the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) starting in 2027. These regulations define key aspects as the WRC ushers in a new era focused on expansion and heightened competition. Notably, the homologation regulations clarify the entire process for WRC27-type vehicles and set minimum production requirements for constructors.
Additionally, a plan was approved to extend FIA Karting’s reach, introducing new Arrive & Drive championships for 2026 and integrating various continental competitions. This initiative aims to make kart racing more affordable and accessible, thereby nurturing grassroots talent, enhancing competition formats, and introducing data collection tools to improve safety.
The Council also introduced two new grassroots categories, RX4 and RX5, into the FIA European Rallycross Championship for 2026. These categories aim to lower entry barriers and increase technical diversity, enhancing the pathway for new rallycross talent. Furthermore, the sporting regulations for General Rallycross have been updated for better consistency between national and international events.
In a significant development, the FIA World Council approved various updates across several championships, including the Formula One and WRC, to enhance regulatory clarity, foster competitiveness, and ensure safety. Enhanced safety measures, changes in race formats, and the introduction of new rules for Super Licences reflect the Council’s commitment to improving the sport at all levels.
