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The automotive company known as Fabbrica Automobili Sport Torino was established in Turin, Italy, by Arturo Concaris in 1919. The founding of the company was a response to the declining demand for aero engines following World War I, as Concaris had previously been involved in the aviation industry through F.I.MA. (Fabbrica Italiani Motori Aviazione). The company produced its first model, the Tipo Uno, which featured a long-stroke, overhead valve four-cylinder engine with a displacement of 2891 cc, a three-speed gearbox, and a conventional chassis with brakes on the rear wheels only.

The Tipo Uno was characterized by its sporty design, which included a pointed radiator, a bulbous tail, and an external exhaust pipe that extended from the engine to the rear of the vehicle. Although some examples of the Tipo Uno participated in hill climb events, the brand did not achieve significant recognition in the sporting arena. In 1923, facing financial difficulties, the company was acquired by Alberto Orasi, who introduced the Tipo 2T. This model retained the same engine but featured a flat radiator, which was a common design element in Italian automobiles of the time, and included a four-speed gearbox and front-wheel brakes. Additionally, a short-wheelbase variant known as the Tipo 2S was produced.

The brand made a modest attempt to establish itself in competitive racing, with three FA.S.T. vehicles participating in the 1924 Targa Florio; however, their best finish was 19th place. The company made its final public appearance at the Turin Motor Show in 1925, marking the end of its brief existence in the automotive industry.