In a motor sport first, the FIA has launched a new educational programme designed to raise awareness of the dangers of concussion, supported by the FIA Foundation.

The educational content, created to be used across social platforms and as printable assets, is available to all FIA Member Clubs and is a collaboration of the FIA Medical and Safety team. The assets will be available in any club’s language of choice, reflecting the FIA’s commitment to improving accessibility and inclusivity.

Concussion is a mild brain injury that needs to be taken seriously, and by educating on how to spot it, the steps to take if concussed, and how to return to racing, this knowledge sharing will help keep motor sport as safe as possible. Signs of concussion to watch out for include headache, nausea, dizziness, problems balancing, amnesia or and a changed emotional state.

Mohammed Ben Sulayem, FIA President and driving force behind this project, said: “I have experienced concussion firsthand, away from the racetrack. I have felt the symptoms and dealt with the aftermath. I understand the critical importance of this issue. Thanks to the FIA Medical and Safety team, we will provide an educational and accessible approach to identifying and combating concussion in our sport, ensuring the safety of all current and future competitors.”