Photo of José Abed courtesy of FIA

The Mexican Organization of International Automobile Sport (OMDAI) has announced the passing of José Abed, the honorary FIA Vice President, Formula One promoter, and OMDAI president. 

Abed was a former motorcycle and race car driver, and a longtime advocate for motorsports in Mexico and Latin America. He also worked with Adrián Fernández, the Mexican driver who participated in IndyCar and endurance racing. 

“Deeply saddened to learn that José Abed has passed away. The FIA family pays tribute to him, and our thoughts are with his loved ones,” said FIA President Mohammed ben Sulayem in a social media post.