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FIA newsThe global coalition tackling online abuse in sport has grown stronger as the United Against Online Abuse (UAOA) campaign welcomes a prestigious new member to its coalition. The Association of IOC Recognised International Sports Federations (ARISF) has officially joined UAOA, further strengthening its mission to combat online abuse and promote safer online environments across the sporting world.Founded by the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) and supported by the FIA Foundation, UAOA now includes 27 members, including eight national governments, all united in their shared commitment to tackle online abuse in sport. ARISF, which…

Sport newsCharles Leclerc beat Lando Norris to the top of the timesheet in the opening free practice session for the season-closing 2024 FIA Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, but ahead of the Constructors’ Championship showdown between Ferrari and McLaren, Leclerc’s weekend hopes were dealt a blow with the news that the Ferrari driver will have to take a 10-place grid penalty on Sunday. Leclerc, on Soft compound tyres, set his quickest time of 1:24.542 after…

FIA newsThe FIA today announces a major reorganisation and a new strategic vision for the Federation’s Road Sport Department. Under this reorganisation, the team will be led by Emilia Abel as Junior Road Sport Director, guided and mentored by Dieter Rencken, who moves across from his Formula 1 activities.Both Abel and Rencken, who will become Executive Advisor, Road Sport Department, will report to Alberto Villarreal, FIA General Manager.The new direction will align with the technical…

FIA newsThe Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) has been honoured with the prestigious Coalition for Peace Award at the 2024 Peace and Sport Forum, held in Monaco. The award recognises the FIA’s leading United Against Online Abuse (UAOA) campaign and was presented to FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem whose leadership in combatting online abuse in sport was celebrated.The forum provided an important opportunity for the FIA President to strengthen the UAOA coalition, formalise key partnerships,…

Mobility newsSix countries in FIA Region IV have joined the Life Cycle Assessment programme to promote sustainable mobility.The Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) programme will now expand into FIA Region IV countries Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico and Uruguay. This means that the tool will reach 36 countries worldwide, providing key information to help users make more sustainable decisions about vehicles.The LCA programme assesses the environmental impact and total energy consumption of vehicles at every stage of…

Sport newsThe South Korean manufacturer – the world’s third-biggest carmaker – teased about the new project for its premium brand back in September, and today, Genesis Magma Racing was officially launched in Dubai, outlining Hyundai’s bold vision for the future of high-performance luxury.The announcement presages Genesis’ debut in motorsport, with Hyundai Motorsport President Cyril Abiteboul – fresh from FIA World Rally Championship title glory with Thierry Neuville – set to take up the role of…