Note: Single-source report; awaiting corroboration.
The FIA European Autocross and Cross Car Championships feature short-format races with up to ten cars on track at once. Each event consists of qualifying heats, two semi-finals, and a final to determine the winner. The series emphasizes buggy classes by performance and driver profile, including SuperBuggy, Buggy1600, and JuniorBuggy categories. The discipline began as an FIA European Cup in 1977 and became a full European Championship in 1982.
Since 2021, the championships have included the FIA European Cross Car Championship, which has two categories: Cross Car for experienced international drivers, and Cross Car Junior, designed to support young drivers’ progression at the European level. This integration aims to provide a structured pathway towards higher off-road motorsport levels.
In 2026, the championships are set to hold 12 events across Europe, strengthening their international presence. Eight events will also host rounds of the Cross Car Junior Championship, reflecting the FIA’s commitment to driver development and supporting emerging talent in the sport.