Automobile Club de France
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The Automobile Club de France, established in 1895 in Paris, was the first automobile club. These organizations began as social clubs for people interested in motoring and motor racing. Over time, they evolved into service providers for members, offering services like emergency road assistance, trip planning, and auto insurance.1
The club also played a role in the early history of automobile racing, sponsoring events and establishing rules. It organized the first Bennett Trophy races and later established the first French Grand Prix Race in 1906. Many automobile clubs have also actively promoted highway construction and safety, and lobbied for legislation beneficial to motorists.21
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