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Implementing action research in MART: a multidisciplinary educational innovation project for continuous learning and community engagement De-la-Varga-Salto, José María Galindo-Reyes, Fuensanta Carmen González-Varona, José Manuel López-Paredes, Adolfo Investigación activa en educación Tecnología educativa In this study we present the implementation of Action Research (AR) within Málaga Racing Team (MART) at the University of Málaga (UMA); initially launched as a multidisciplinary project to participate in Formula Student (FS). Founded in 2016 by a small group of engineering students, MART has evolved into an innovative educational initiative, now involving eighty students from over twenty different undergraduate and graduate programs. MART’s mission extends beyond vehicle development; it encompasses educational, social, and research initiatives aimed at fostering technical skills, promoting social responsibility, and encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration among students. The primary aim of the study is to show how AR has facilitated and guided MART’s progress and achievements, addressing the dual objectives of experiential learning and community engagement. AR, recognised for its iterative and participatory nature, is particularly suited for projects that integrate technical and educational objectives. This approach allows MART to systematically progress through cycles of planning, action, observation, and reflection, facilitating continuous improvement and problem-solving. Through AR, MART has achieved significant milestones, including transitioning from combustion to electric vehicle technology and developing programs such as MART Academy, MART Social, MART Academy School or MART Research. T The discussion addresses how AR has assisted MART in overcoming challenges related to interdisciplinary coordination and resource management. Coordination among students from various disciplines, including engineering, business, and communication, was facilitated through structured feedback mechanisms and regular team meetings, fostering a collaborative culture. Despite resource limitations, particularly during the transition to electric vehicle technology, MART managed to adapt and grow by establishing partnerships and refining its sponsorship strategies. 2025-12-31 journal article Implementación de la investigación-acción en MART: un proyecto de innovación educativa multidisciplinar para el aprendizaje continuo y el compromiso comunitario. (2025). Dirección Y Organización, 87, 73-83. https://doi.org/10.37610/87.707 https://hdl.handle.net/10630/44656 10.37610/87.707 eng http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0/ open access Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International Universidad Politécnica de Madrid