The FIA will participate in the Retromobile car show for the first time

      For the first time, the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) will take part in the Retromobile Paris motor show dedicated to historic machinery, which will take place in the French capital from February 5 to 9. This is due to the fact that 2025 marks 50 years since the FIA's International Sporting Code introduced Appendix K, the regulations for racing historic machines. The FIA press release says that such a prestigious show as Retromobile is perfect for celebrating such an anniversary, especially since Appendix K has recently been amended to allow the participation in international historic car races of vehicles manufactured between 1991 and 2000. In addition, 2025 will also mark the 50th anniversary of the International Historic Vehicle Commission (IHVC) This body is designed to defend the interests of the many owners of classic cars that took part in races in different eras and to promote the idea of preserving this historical heritage. The FIA stand at the Paris exhibition will feature three cars from different eras. Firstly, there is the Mercedes-Simplex 28/32 Double Phaeton from 1904, one of the first production models that in many ways shaped the direction of the world's automotive industry. Secondly, there is the Lotus 95T, the Formula 1 car in which Nigel Mansell raced in the 1984 season, his last with the team founded by Colin Chapman. Finally, there is the Citroen Xsara Kit Car rally car from 1998-1999, - which more than a quarter of a century ago was used by French driver Philippe Bugalski to win two WRC rounds. Mohammed bin Sulayem, FIA President: "The preservation of automotive and motorsport historical heritage is a very important task. The recent amendments to Appendix K will bring back to the world's circuits and rally circuits machinery from a period of incredible historical significance, and many fans will be able to see these legendary machines for the first time... We are proud to help connect generations by educating people about the history of automotive engineering, safety and technology.