Automotoclub Storico Italiano celebrates 60 years at the Senate

The Automotoclub Storico Italiano (ASI) celebrated its 60th anniversary at the Italian Senate with an event focused on the cultural, touristic, and economic significance of historic motoring. The meeting, held at Palazzo Giustiniani, featured high-level participation including Senate President Ignazio La Russa and Tourism Minister Gianmarco Mazzi.

A study presented by Euromedia Research highlights the scale of the sector, noting that over 21 million Italians express interest in historic motoring. Approximately 79.1% of those surveyed view vintage cars and motorcycles as part of Italy’s national cultural heritage. The research indicates that 14.5 million people participated in or attended historic vehicle events in the last year, generating an estimated 1.4 billion euros in spending.

The total economic impact of the historic motoring sector is estimated at approximately 3.6 billion euros. ASI and FIVA President Alberto Scuro emphasized that the industry serves as a vital resource for local economies, tourism, and the preservation of Italian technical, industrial, and artisanal skills.