Laura Villars has become the third candidate to join the race to be elected the next FIA president.
Villars is the first female to ever run for the role, according to her announcement press release, and joins incumbent president Mohamed Ben Sulayem and former FIA steward Tim Mayer in competition to be elected on December 12, 2025. It takes place in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
“The FIA must once again be the federation of clubs and license holders,” said Villars, an entrepreneur as well as a racing driver.
“My ambition is a governance that is more democratic, more transparent, more responsible, and open to women and new generations.
“I strongly believe that motorsport needs diversity and innovation to keep inspiring younger generations worldwide.”
The Swiss candidate has set out a clear agenda for her campaign after announcing her bid.
Villars’ agenda
Empower clubs through regular consultations and participatory governance
Strengthen transparency in finance and decision-making
Introduce a “FIA Eco-Performance” label recognizing sustainability leadership
Enhance the Women in Motorsport program (Girls on Track, mentoring) and establish a FIA Young Leaders Academy
Position the FIA as a global benchmark in sustainable mobility and road safety
Villars is 28 years old, and has competed across a diverse range of racing series, including Formula 3 and Formula 4-based single-seater categories, and currently races in the Ligier European Series, in a JS P4 car which is an entry-level sports prototype.