The BMW Car Club of America (BMW CCA) is an U.S.-based organization of enthusiasts and owners of BMW-made automobiles. Organized into five regions and 67 chapters, the club boasts more than 75,000 active members within the United States, making it the largest car club in the world. The BMW CCA arranges a wide variety of social, technical and driving events, including: autocross, high-performance driver's education, rallies, club racing and owner education on topics such as mechanical repair, automotive maintenance and collecting vintage vehicles. Founded in Boston in 1969, the organization began as an owner-support network for BMW 2002 enthusiasts. BMW CCA is a separate entity from BMW AG and its North American subsidiary. However, they maintain a close working relationship, by offering discounts on vehicles and parts provided to club members by the company. Currently headquartered in Greenville, SC, the BMW CCA is a not-for-profit corporation, governed by an elected board of directors that meets quarterly. Five Regional Vice Presidents, who serve on the board, represent the interests of the chapters. Each chapter is an independent corporation chartered by BMW CCA and operates within with minimum standards of service to the membership.