# FIA and ACO World Endurance Championship dispute

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/fia-and-aco-world-endurance-championship-dispute
> Updated: 2026-09-30T06:36:33.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2.

The partnership between the FIA and the ACO regarding the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) underwent a period of significant tension following the expiration of two key contracts in June. The dispute reportedly centered on the FIA’s efforts to renegotiate terms to secure “higher financial contributions and greater authority over technical regulations.” This friction raised concerns that a failure to reach an agreement could lead the FIA to issue a public tender for a new promoter, potentially removing the 24 Hours of Le Mans from the WEC calendar.

To stabilize the sport, the FIA and ACO subsequently announced a 10-year extension to their partnership. This agreement secures the championship through the end of 2037, with the new terms beginning after the current contract expires at the end of 2027. Under the deal, both organizations will maintain joint oversight of regulatory processes and share responsibility for vehicle homologation in the Hypercar class. The extension also includes provisions for increased FIA branding visibility during broadcasts and at key event locations.

## Claims

- The FIA and ACO have signed a 10-year extension for the FIA World Endurance Championship. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The partnership will run from the end of 2027 until the end of 2037. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The new agreement is a vital step for racing that secures the future of the FIA WEC. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Regulatory processes will be overseen by FIA Working Groups and the FIA Endurance Commission. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The FIA and ACO will jointly oversee the homologation of all cars in the Hypercar class. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The agreement includes increased FIA branding across parc fermé, the podium, and Safety Cars. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The deal follows reports of potential tensions and a possible split between the FIA and ACO. (single source)
- The FIA WEC trackside audience grew by 8% in 2026. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-30: FIA and ACO sign 10-year extension for World Endurance Championship

The FIA and ACO have signed a 10-year extension to their partnership, securing the future of the FIA World Endurance Championship through 2037 and resolving rumors of a potential split.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fia-and-aco-sign-10-year-extension-for-world-endurance-championship

### 2026-09-17: FIA and ACO in dispute over World Endurance Championship contracts

A contract dispute between the FIA and ACO over the World Endurance Championship threatens the future of the WEC and the 24 Hours of Le Mans partnership.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fia-and-aco-in-dispute-over-world-endurance-championship-contracts

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