Automobile Club de l'Ouest
286Employees
147Men
139Women
Of wich36Interns
6 440Volunteers
ATTENDANCE AT EVENTS
While the 24 Hours of Le Mans continues to draw record crowds, our other events are also seeing impressive turnout. Le Mans Classic now attracts more than 230,000 fans, and the 24H Camions (trucks) passed the 80,000-spectator mark in 2024. In 2023, the circuit drew over one million spectators across its events. A new milestone!
24 Hours of Le Mans329 000Spectators
24H Motos78 800Spectators
24H Camions80 800Spectators
Le Mans Classic235 000Spectators
MOTO GP297 471Spectators
CSR
As the organiser of several major events, we are firmly committed to CSR. In recent years, we have stepped up our sustainable development initiatives, taking tangible measures to reduce our environmental footprint and contribute to social causes. Here are a few figures that illustrate the success of these initiatives in 2024.
THE ACO AWARDEDFIA ***Certification for the 24 Hours of Le Mans
THE ACO AWARDED THEISO 20121For the 24 Hours of Le Mans
139 200Cigarette butts collected and recycled
10,28 Tons of food donated to the Restos du Coeur charity after our various events
24Children saved with Mécénat Chirurgie Cardiaque
49,4%Waste recycling rate
88%Expenditure made within a radius of under 200 km
FOR 24 HOURS OF LE MANS STAFF 25Electric Scooters
FOR 24 HOURS OF LE MANS STAFF 30E-bikes
1CSR team-building session for employees
The Club
Being a member of the Automobile Club de l’Ouest means meeting new people, experiencing races in optimal conditions, sharing memories and interests, and enjoying access to exclusive events all year round. Club ACO counts 33 volunteers, working in 22 local chapters to keep the Club running at grassroots level. They organise exclusive events such as discovery rallies, after-work socials and other gatherings, ensuring that members remain connected throughout the year.
+ 40 000Members
3Club track days
147Regional events
18Official film screenings
19Discovery rallies
Official Store
The Official 24 Hours of Le Mans Store sells a wide range of official merchandise and lifestyle products, including clothing (for men, women and children), luggage, accessories, books and scale models. It comprises a number of permanent and temporary outlets, an online store and a network of retailers and partners, helping to promote our various events and giving fans a chance to take home a little piece of Le Mans.
500 000Items sold
+ 1 000 000Single sessions recorded on the online store
70Countries delivered via the online store
MUSEUM
The 24 Hours of Le Mans Museum showcases the legacy of the Automobile Club de l’Ouest and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Bentley, Ferrari, Jaguar, Ford, Porsche, Matra, Audi, … iconic models from the biggest names in motorsport take visitors through almost a century of history at the world’s greatest endurance race. 350 m2 of temporary exhibitions add a topical note to the permanent displays. Visitors can extend the experience with a tour of the world-famous Circuit des 24 Heures du Mans.
208 562Visitors
135 551Museum visits
52 279Visitors touring both the Museum and Circuit
875Guided tours
15 732Circuits tours
KARTING DES 24 HEURES
The Karting des 24 Heures is Europe’s largest go-karting complex. With 3 outdoor circuits (4 tracks), it’s an excellent venue for a day out racing against family, friends or colleagues. It is open to all, all year round.
29 500Karting sessions
1 378Simulator sessions
233Leisure and open-kart events
524H leisure races
1 662Licence holders registered for the 82 track days
7Official competitions (karting & motorcycling)
327Trainees
DRIVER TRAINING SCHOOL
Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned competitor, on two wheels or four, Le Mans Driver has the right tuition for you, in the extraordinary setting of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Hone your skills on the most demanding of circuits.
PORSCHE EXPERIENCE CENTER145Porsche track days
MOTORCYCLING SCHOOL26Days
ACO Training700Days
PORSCHE EXPERIENCE CENTER5 175Participants on track
MOTORCYCLING SCHOOL603Participants
ACO Training12 000Participants
TOTAL SCHOOL7 135Participants at the Le Mans site
OFFICIAL HOSPITALITY AREAS
Companies and fans can enjoy exclusive access to the thrilling atmosphere of our races in the official hospitality areas at the Circuit des 24 Heures du Mans. Situated at the most strategic vantage points, they offer a blend of comfort, fine dining, and unrivalled views of the on-track action. These premium venues provide the ultimate race-day experience, including bespoke services, high-level networking, and behind-the-scenes access.
49 000VIP Guests (ACO & partner hospitality)
SEMINARS AND CONFERENCES
The Seminars & Conventions team at the Circuit des 24 Heures offers professionals a dedicated service and a vast array of options for bespoke corporate events. Ideally situated just an hour’s train journey from Paris, this is a fantastic venue for fostering connections in a hub of performance and innovation.
26 278Attendees
506Seminars
180Meetings
179Team-building sessions
105 Driver training courses
174 Karting and Simulator challenges
BRAND LICENSING
The Licensing department manages the brands associated with our activities, protecting, strategising and marketing them. They promote the brands and their values throughout the world, reaching a broad and non-captive audience. The portfolio comprises 120 brands, the best known of which are 24H LE MANS, 24 Hours of Le Mans, Le Mans and LM.
160Active licensing agreements
24H LE MANSVoted Best Sports Brand 2024
100Protected brand names