That's always been the case and people have chosen Toyota, Skoda, Citroen over Hyundai Rally2 and not because they are cheaper.
it is, end of the year. (but i don't know about anyone developing a new rally2, just people upgraing )
Even the president of French Federation himself is going to compete in Rome :) https://www.fiaerc.com/en/news/pierres-ragues-to-driving-improvement-riches-in-erc

Turning in my firearms ? Huh ?
2026 - Race 5 (Canada)