Removing the MGU-H , a complicated bit , removes a major cost to start with .
Making some parts standard is an attempt to have different engines easier to adapt to , as well as having set costing for various other bits which would normally have to be built in-house .
Most importantly , though , entry is made easier by making a new formula for all to start fresh , as starting in with all the incumbents well versed in how this car works is a steep hill to climb , and thus , not attractive at all .
They simply , all need to have a drive train they can promote as relevant to a car platform they produce .
Then , they need to have a chance to win .
Well, as the saying goes, the proof will be in the pudding. I remain skeptical about new entries arriving, but would love to be proven wrong.
M-Sport/ Ford have been testing using a 'simulator' in the USA. They say its helped improve the Puma Rally1 car, especially for tarmac. Does anyone know what this simulator could be like ?
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Yes, it's the official Citroen team. Both Rossel and Gryazin are supported by the factory. You can see their press releases on the offcial website of Stellantis - the owner of Citroen brand:...
M-Sport Ford Puma has received a significant improvement this season.
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The Teams were never complaining about the Regulations (Rally1 cars, or too few of them), they only wanted better promotion of the WRC and the set-up of the events.
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https://www.autosport.com/wrc/news/fia-wrc-regulations-debate-wont-affect-2025-tyre-development/10604634/
"Autosport understands a compromise on regulations for next year is being...
M-Sport/ Ford have been testing using a 'simulator' in the USA. They say its helped improve the Puma Rally1 car, especially for tarmac. Does anyone know what this simulator could be like ? Story...
WRC Testing