Italian Automotive Makers Association
Who’s behind the scenes of the E-Horizon project
Who we are
AIMA – Associazione Italiana Makers Automotive A.P.S. – is a non-profit organization created to promote automotive culture and technology applied to mobility. Our mission is to build an environment where students, enthusiasts and young talent can develop real skills, work on real projects and grow through hands-on experience.
The association was born from a group of professionals and makers passionate about innovation, turning their love for cars, engineering and design into educational opportunities. AIMA is not just theory: we believe the best learning happens by experimenting, building and collaborating in teams—while developing technical, digital and creative skills.
Our educational approach is based on lab activities, workshops, prototyping and simulations that let students experience the automotive world in a tangible way. Through these experiences, participants discover their strengths, test ideas and face stimulating challenges in a safe and collaborative environment.
History and organization
AIMA comes from the experience of a group of makers passionate about automotive and technology who wanted to turn their passion into concrete learning opportunities for students and young professionals. The association’s foundation marked the start of a journey combining education, innovation and practice—creating a unique applied training model in Italy’s automotive sector.
Over the years, AIMA has developed structured programs and partnerships with schools, universities and industry companies, becoming a national reference point for those who want to grow through real projects. We created labs, workshops and learning pathways ranging from vehicle and prototype design/build to managing technology systems and advanced simulators—offering high-value practical experiences.
AIMA’s structure is guided by a board that coordinates activities, manages partnerships and promotes new initiatives. This body leads the association’s strategy, supervises projects and ensures every activity aligns with our core values: education, innovation and personal growth.
Over time, AIMA has combined tradition and innovation, building an educational ecosystem where students and young talent can develop skills, use cutting-edge tools and face real challenges—becoming active drivers of their own learning journey.
What we do
3D printing
Courses and workshops on 3D printing, modeling and rapid prototyping to turn ideas into real objects with participating students.
Competitions
Projects and competitions focused on design, materials and testing with participating students.
Project support
Support for schools and student teams developing prototypes, technical competitions and lab activities.
Statute & Internal Regulations
The statute defines the goals, values and operating principles that guide the association. The internal regulations cover activity management, safety and member roles.
AIMA Board
Francesco
Troianiello
President
Francesco Paolo
Di Salvo
Vice President
Lorenzo
Pompignoli
Secretary
Filippo
Salzano
Treasurer