As the World Rally Championship (WRC) gears up for the 2025 season, M-Sport-Ford lead engineer Tim Jackson has expressed relief that the removal of hybrid power won’t require a substantial overhaul of their Rally1 cars. The FIA’s confirmation of this change has brought much-needed clarity to the development landscape, allowing teams to focus on fine-tuning their traditional internal combustion engines powered by sustainable fuel.
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In a surprise turn of events, eight-time World Rally Championship (WRC) champion Sebastien Ogier has been declared fit to compete in the upcoming WRC rally in Latvia, following a reconnaissance crash that forced him to withdraw from Rally Poland last month. Ogier’s return to the WRC fold boosts Toyota’s chances in Latvia as the championship heats up.
Ahead of the Croatia Rally, Elfyn Evans tested a modified Toyota GR Yaris prototype, offering a sneak peek into the WRC’s proposed 2025 regulations. However, the driver’s blunt response suggests the changes may not be welcomed by the teams and drivers, as the FIA aims to reduce the performance of Rally1 cars to bring them closer to Rally2 vehicles.