World Rallycross Championship a.k.a RALLYX [Archive] - Page 2

giu canbera

1st March 2015, 21:32

No secure sources, but theres some little Rumors that WorldRX could have in 2016 races in Mexico (because of Rally tradition), Australia (cuz they r starting its own national series this year with RX Lites cars and already said that they are planning that) and Japan (Monster Energy racing events connections + huge FormulaDrift interest).
The other rumor is that Hockenheim could steal the german gp from estering =[....
And theres a new track under construction in Finland. I forgot the name, sorry

Again....
No secure sources, only a few conversations on insider's twitter and instagram comments

AndyRAC

1st March 2015, 21:53

Hmm, he who offers the most money gets a round. Replacing Estering with Hockenheim would be sad; but oh so predictable. IMG are only intetested in making money..... That's why the traditional rounds are being replaced. How safe is Lydden??

Sulland

1st March 2015, 23:52

people disgree with me because they only scratch the surface of this sport...

98% of fans follow rallying for autistic reasons rather than the true meaning for the sport... i forgive them though.

And what is the true meaning of the sport according to you, if I may ask?

N.O.T

2nd March 2015, 00:42

And what is the true meaning of the sport according to you, if I may ask?

it is quite simple...

find out who is the best driver in the world from a pool of highly skilled individuals and which manufacturer/performance company can build the most demanding car in the world from a pool of manufacturers/performance companies.

When people start bringing their autisms in the sport is when things get complicated.

Ounin

2nd March 2015, 19:55

I understand that it's World championship and you need to cover every continent okay, and there aren't always RX circuits in existance but please keep the old famous circuits as they are and race nowhere else than there! On the other hand, if IMG stays as greedy as the seem to be, rallycross as itself is powerful enough to start up its own championship, and one of the two will die. Guess that Rallycrossrx would merge with Global RX then.

giu canbera

3rd March 2015, 00:22

one of the two will die. Guess that Rallycrossrx would merge with Global RX then.

Nope! Its like saying BTCC would have to merger with WTCC... or Swedish Rally series would have to merge with WRC... or AMerican MotoCross series would have to merge with the FIM World Series.
Theres lots of "National" series.. and theres a big "WORLD SERIES" for almost every racing series.

The thing is that the Global RX have TONS of exposure cause its filled with stars. And.. you know americans... They know how to "put out a show" for the entire planet. But "Global RallyX" is just their National series. Just like BTCC... The world watches, but its just a National CHampionship. WTCC and WRX are safe =P

janvanvurpa

3rd March 2015, 04:55

Nope! Its like saying BTCC would have to merger with WTCC... or Swedish Rally series would have to merge with WRC... or AMerican MotoCross series would have to merge with the FIM World Series.
Theres lots of "National" series.. and theres a big "WORLD SERIES" for almost every racing series.

The thing is that the Global RX have TONS of exposure cause its filled with stars. And.. you know americans... They know how to "put out a show" for the entire planet. But "Global RallyX" is just their National series. Just like BTCC... The world watches, but its just a National CHampionship. WTCC and WRX are safe =P
I know Americans and their ways in motorsports---I think you should say "They know how to shout out a lot about what a big sp[spectacle anything is---even if there is mostly empty seats. They say its BIG! TERRIFIC!!! So it must be..... Even if it is dodging a few cones in a parking lot"

giu canbera

3rd March 2015, 13:17

Exactly. "They know how to". But anyway. I got into RX because of the Americans...so.... Im a huge GlobalRX fan. Cant wait

N.O.T

3rd March 2015, 14:31

Im a huge GlobalRX fan. Cant wait

what made you a huge globalrx fan ?

janvanvurpa

3rd March 2015, 17:14

Exactly. "They know how to". But anyway. I got into RX because of the Americans...so.... Im a huge GlobalRX fan. Cant wait
Damn.
I looked at it once for about 6-7 minutes. I then considered suicide..
Worse that roadracing or F1... horrible amateurish tracks, promotion, driving, commentary..
A typical American over hypped, over "produced" lame joke..

Can I ask?
Do you like "X-Games" ?

giu canbera

3rd March 2015, 23:31

Jan...Hmm.. I like xgames mate. Its something cool to watch. I like skate, bikes, rx, snocross (winter)..I understand people think its lame but I dont take things that seriouly. Its just fun to watch.

And N.O.T. ...Im a big fan of globalrx because It was what got me into rallyx. I loved those terrible 2012 tracks on ovals, with mega metal ramps. Also Im a big fan of Tanner and I like those ken block's videos. Its all fun. Im not looking for anything too professional when I watch these action-motorsports series

N.O.T

3rd March 2015, 23:37

And N.O.T. ...Im a big fan of globalrx because It was what got me into rallyx. I loved those terrible 2012 tracks on ovals, with mega metal ramps. Also Im a big fan of Tanner and I like those ken block's videos. Its all fun. Im not looking for anything too professional when I watch these action-motorsports series

what do you like about mrs Tanner and "i need a chin transpalnt" block ?

giu canbera

4th March 2015, 01:43

what do you like about mrs Tanner and "i need a chin transpalnt" block ?

Hmmm... I wrote a few things but I'm gonna Edit this and leave just a

"I like them cuz they are doing fun things with race cars that I'd luv to be doing but I cant..."

may I now ask u why all the hate?

N.O.T

4th March 2015, 01:48

thank you for your input...

can you go now and never return ??

I hate him because he has no chin... and i mostly hate him because thanks to him we have "rally fans" like you... we do not really need you in our sport to be honest.

how old are you ? just in case things are reversible...

giu canbera

4th March 2015, 02:09

"Rally Fans" like you. Right...
What exactly are "we" doing that is KILLING your precious WRC?

Convince me.. then I leave

Toyoda

4th March 2015, 04:54

NOT, bugger off, your Killing rally forums with your stupid negative attitude,

They are definitely not ruining rallying, more exposure they bring means more people are likely to come over to rallying

stefanvv

4th March 2015, 05:42

Loeb has been done "fun things" before some events & on some aitcraft tracks as well. I don't see much difference in that respect...

Franky

4th March 2015, 08:13

They are definitely not ruining rallying, more exposure they bring means more people are likely to come over to rallying

Doubt that there's much movement from rallycross to rallying. It's like moving out of comfort zone and most people hate doing that. Spectating and following the two sports is like day and night. Rally fans adding rallycross to their "menu" is more likely.

AL14

4th March 2015, 10:06

A FONDO

4th March 2015, 10:56

Rallycross is good to spend an hour in the day off live on TV, if there's no Formula1 or football derby. Why do you put so much pressure and behave like catholics in middle ages?!

N.O.T

4th March 2015, 11:01

Why do you put so much pressure and behave like catholics in middle ages?!

because its fun...

why do you think catholics behaved that way back then ?

giu canbera

4th March 2015, 15:01

BelgiumRX track will have some modifications on the track layout. The Hockenhein track is also defined.
520

Ounin

4th March 2015, 20:55

AL14

4th March 2015, 20:59

What do you mean with shoot out?
This. http://m.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/113703

Ounin

4th March 2015, 22:53

N.O.T

4th March 2015, 23:04

Thanks. That's known, merely Capito's plan. Still don't catch the drugs thing.
Every motorsport has it's gentleman drivers, Ken Block is simply that, but he has a enormous contribution to the rally sport PR and drags many new fans into the sport. Getting new enthusiast is important to any sport, as wel as ours. I don't see the hate at for this man all... Did he kill someone, is he irritant?
Tanner Foust is a very good -professional- driver, big personality as well, won races in Europe.

Thats the problem.... the crowd the chinless, sklless doggy attracts is a bunch of low lifes who consider these gymhkana stuff he practises 10000 times to get 1 corner right are rallying or consider that it takes rally skills to do them... giu posted truck racing for christs skae... TRUCK RACING guys... TRUCK RACING.... TRUCK FREAKING RACIIIIING....

and since that crowd is of substantial proportion they will eventually influence the sport as well..... They are the plague...

Ounin

4th March 2015, 23:05

To be clear on this subject; there is no competition between rally and rallycrossrx. No cannabalism. The cars look the same but technically completely different. Onther differences; you all know them. Only big advantage of rallycrossrx is TV, much easier, one location,cheaper and therefore better conmercial return of sponsors; That's the reason some rally manufacturers want similar event TV on one big finale, but you can't introduce a tennis racket in a soccer game.

Franky

5th March 2015, 00:04

... but you can't introduce a tennis racket in a soccer game.

Lacrosse?

janvanvurpa

5th March 2015, 01:15

I respect the guys who like Block and such things and I think they should stay in the forum but it is true all this "show" staff is a danger for WRC, and although I don't hate giu canbera I do hate Block and all the circus events. NOT has a point, why do you think they wanted to introduce shoot out? Only because they take drugs?

Possibly..long term cocaine abuse always leads to psychosis... it could also be mere alcoholism. Or a chemical imbalance in the brain leading to delusions of grandeur and mistaking the indigestion from last nights pizza with too many anchovies for some sort of brilliance, you know much like what Mr Personality Naught suffers from to our collective dismay..

Who can say? I suggest a vivisection.

MrJan

5th March 2015, 13:39

Doubt that there's much movement from rallycross to rallying. It's like moving out of comfort zone and most people hate doing that. Spectating and following the two sports is like day and night. Rally fans adding rallycross to their "menu" is more likely.

I agree. Unfortunately one of the ones that went from rallying to rallyx is NOT, who now seems intent on winding up all the rallyx fans having alienated most of the rally fans on the forum. It amazes me that he doesn't have a permanent ban, given how often he resorts to personal insults and petty name calling.

giu canbera

5th March 2015, 14:25

GAC announced as the logistic partner for 2015 RallyX
http://fiaworldrallycross.com/article/8685/gac-announced-as-official-logistics

N.O.T

5th March 2015, 15:17

Possibly..long term cocaine abuse always leads to psychosis... it could also be mere alcoholism. Or a chemical imbalnce in the brain leading to delusions of grandeur and mistaking the idegestion from last nights pizza with too many anchovies for some sort of brilliance

or all of the above.

Fast Eddie WRC

8th March 2015, 13:12

World Rallycross Championship featured on tonight's episode of BBC Top Gear. The special feature, which was filmed at Britain’s Lydden Hill race circuit late last year, also stars US-based Top Gear presenter Tanner Foust who is the first American to have won a round of World RX. Several other World RX drivers also appear on Top Gear.

http://fiaworldrallycross.com/article/8686/world-rx-on-this-weekends

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/B_kUCqcWQAAVBoD.jpg

giu canbera

8th March 2015, 23:37

Eddie I'm reading here only good comments about tonight's episode. Here in south america we'll have to wait a little to watch the show. Maybe tomorrow after aired in US some 'muricans upload the episode on Youtube or something. Cant wait. Im happy cuz they filmed with JRM's new BMW Mini (Riku Tahko driving). A good hint about the new team/driver for the 2015 season.

giu canbera

8th March 2015, 23:48

Nope... tnx Europeans
http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x2iwai6_top-gear-season-22-episode-7-hd_auto

tbtstt

9th March 2015, 10:45

It was the usual over-edited Top Gear affair, but still great to see rallycross get such positive praise on there again.

Incredibly envious of James May getting to drive a Supercar!

AndyRAC

9th March 2015, 11:37

tbtstt

9th March 2015, 11:44

It would have been seen by more people in one short 10m segment than a whole season of World RX. The sport would be perfect for 'normal' TV. The reaction on Twitter was one of surprise at how good the sport was.
Yeah. I'm glad Top Gear have given top level rallycross as positive coverage as they did clubman rallycross a couple of years ago.

The TV package for European/World Rallycross has vastly improved over the last couple of years (since it was rebranded RallycrossRX). Last years Livestreams were really good.

Roll on May, can't wait to get to Mettet and Lydden!

Fast Eddie WRC

9th March 2015, 16:47

I quite enjoyed it but I think they could've shown much more action, plus they didnt need Clarkson & Hammond messing about as 'spotters'... :rolleyes:

Any publicity is good publicity though. :)

tbtstt

9th March 2015, 16:56

Agreed! Would have been nice if they'd actually shown the final as well.

giu canbera

9th March 2015, 17:28

"Petter Soldber won the topgear race. Tanner was second, Bakkerud third."
haha... I doubt they raced a real second semi final and the final.
Not on the show? Save some money

tbtstt

9th March 2015, 17:44

haha... I doubt they raced a real second semi final and the final.
Not on the show? Save some money
Yeah, true. I did suspect that they didn't bother, but then there was a post with a short video from the podium on the official Petter Solberg Facebook page, so I thought that perhaps a final did happen.

Of course it may be that the footage from the final was used elsewhere in the program, there was obviously a lot of editing in the feature (hence why there were 7 different cars in the 6 car Semi Final!).

N.O.T

9th March 2015, 17:44

Top Gear is just a staged show directed towards lower life forms... it should not be taken seriously.

MrJan

9th March 2015, 19:04

Of course it may be that the footage from the final was used elsewhere in the program, there was obviously a lot of editing in the feature (hence why there were 7 different cars in the 6 car Semi Final!).

Always annoys me in modern TV how often they feel the need to jump from one shot to the next, or move the camera around a lot.

Ounin

9th March 2015, 21:52

Top Gear is just a staged show directed towards lower life forms... it should not be taken seriously.

No seriously, it was very bloody funny!! James May in a 600 hp rallycross monster!!!

N.O.T

9th March 2015, 22:31

everything is staged on that farce...

I enjoyed the first few episodes some years back when the team of hammond/may joined... but then it got repetitive... it is more like a comedy show for autistic kids who like the same things over and over.

giu canbera

9th March 2015, 23:24

Yes... TELEVISION right?
I bet those bumps and even Hansen's crash were all scripted before haha
But it worked! Lots of good comments and a big chance of getting new casual fans and even more! RX scoring more points

tbtstt

10th March 2015, 10:11

Blimey, you're a bundle of laughs, aren't you N.O.T?

I'm sure a lot of that feature was scripted for TV, or rather the actual days events were heavily edited to make the program they wanted.

I know Lydden well and a number of those shots (particularly those round the joker merge) wouldn't have been possible during race conditions. I also seriously doubt they'd have let Hammond and Clarkson distract May so much when he was driving a £250K+ rallycross car.

A little more care during the editing stage would have been nice but, considering the bigger picture, it was another extremely positive commentary on rallycross in mainstream media.

As for Top Gear I don't think there is any doubt that it isn't as fresh or entertaining as it once was, but it still has its moments and its head and shoulders above most of the other crap on TV.

PS: May's face when Foust first launched the car looked quite pretty genuine!

Nornbugger

10th March 2015, 12:37

Fast Eddie WRC

11th March 2015, 21:45

tbtstt

12th March 2015, 10:20

At least we got to see the RX feature this week before the show got pulled following Clarkson's fracas with a producer !! :laugh:

https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=10153183476727922&set=vb.87846082921&type=2&theater
:laugh: I know! Having waited two months for the rallycross feature, I'd have pretty peeved if they had cancelled it the week the feature was due to air!

According to a lot of news reports the Clarkson incident actually happened last week, but was only reported this Monday. Good thing they didn't report it at the time or the rallycross episode would have been canned!

Ounin

12th March 2015, 16:06

When Clarkson has some more time available now he could join this forum, to make it more spicy...Or maybe he already subscribed years ago and we know him...

Fast Eddie WRC

12th March 2015, 16:42

Eddie I'm reading here only good comments about tonight's episode. Im happy cuz they filmed with JRM's new BMW Mini (Riku Tahko driving). A good hint about the new team/driver for the 2015 season.

JRM RX MINI ... are they entering the RX World Championship ?

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/B_qeyxLXEAAMf4m.jpg:large

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/B_5nn1kXEAEIXXV.jpg:large

tbtstt

12th March 2015, 17:07

JRM RX MINI ... are they entering the RX World Championship ?
The exact JRM rallycross schedule for 2015 is unknown at the moment. JRM confirmed they had bought the entire MINI Countryman project from Prodrive late last year...

http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/117240

...and they recruited another ex-Prodrive engineer this week...

http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/117979

...but they still haven't announced their competition plans for 2015.

Riku Tahko seems a likely candidate for a drive this year, I'm also wondering if Liam Doran might follow the MINI's.

giu canbera

12th March 2015, 21:19

tbtstt

13th March 2015, 09:48

Its not official yet but they will be running the WorldRX this year!
I understood that Tahko and Chicherit are the drivers. Nothing official too, but there was a few twitter/intagram talks between them, media and fans... I wouldnt be surprised if they race the XGames race too.
Ah yes, I was forgetting Chicherit! A full World Championship is a serious undertaking, I wonder if they will just do select rounds this year in preparation for a full season next year? Still JRM are an accomplished team (and it seems like they have some serious talent to support the MINI's), so hopefully they will just take the plunge and go for a full season.

The official launch for the World Championship is next month (13th April), so hopefully all the teams we are are waiting to hear about will announce their plans between now and then.

pantealex

13th March 2015, 15:00

The exact JRM rallycross schedule for 2015 is unknown at the moment. JRM confirmed they had bought the entire MINI Countryman project from Prodrive late last year...

http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/117240

...and they recruited another ex-Prodrive engineer this week...

http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/117979

...but they still haven't announced their competition plans for 2015.

Riku Tahko seems a likely candidate for a drive this year, I'm also wondering if Liam Doran might follow the MINI's.

There will be young driver from Finland, Kalle Markkanen 15/16y with MINI "S1600" 2wd. Teaming up with Riku Tahko.

giu canbera

16th March 2015, 20:45

a second VW team is joining WorldRX
http://www.racer.com/rally/europan-rallycross/item/114414-vw-adds-second-world-rallycross-team

janvanvurpa

16th March 2015, 21:55

a second VW team is joining WorldRX
http://www.racer.com/rally/europan-rallycross/item/114414-vw-adds-second-world-rallycross-team

I couldn't help but wonder before I clicked " whose son is suddenly the next big talent that 'deserves' a works ride?"

After big search for the next best driver the answer is
Kristofersson's son I see.:idea:

Maybe there should be a class exclusively for sons of formerly fast people.

Just so we know what the main qualifications are...:rolleyes:

giu canbera

16th March 2015, 22:49

Well... RallyCross is starting in Australia too
The rallycross in Australia, called EXTREME RALLYX, will debut with only the Lites class.
Some indications about the final race in February 2016 that they will host a potential WorldRX 2016 round.
Here the site with all the infos http://www.extremerallycross.com.au/

They will bring a SuperClass for season 3 and they are expecting manufacturers support, cuz Australia is one of the big markets that car's companies are interested (like in an American Series or an Euro(now World) series. I think a Japanese series would have support from the big guys too. But you dont see them having teams in England, Wales, Netherlands, Argentina, Belgium, etc...
The Nordic series have a little participation of the manufacturer teams from WorldRX, but there no direct investment from the Brands (VW, Ford, Saab, Citroen, etc)

Fast Eddie WRC

18th March 2015, 17:23

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CAYzPElWAAIdy8m.jpg

tbtstt

23rd March 2015, 12:16

Robin Larsson confirms full World Championship:

http://www.rallycrossrx.com/article/8698/larsson-confirms-world-championship-entry

Brilliant news, Larsson was incredibly strong last year.

tbtstt

2nd April 2015, 15:30

PSRX now becomes SDRX... so looks like there is a Monster backed Solberg/Doran team on the way!

JRM also confirm Select World rounds:

http://fiaworldrallycross.com/article/8708/jrm-racing-commits-to-fia

Fast Eddie WRC

9th April 2015, 11:48

WorldRX Team Peugeot Hansen 2015 is confirmed with Timmy Hansen and Davy Jeanney.

208 WRX has both engine & chassis developments; last year's car based on T16 (R5,) this year it's more RX specific.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CCItrzDWEAIZyi4.jpg:large

tbtstt

9th April 2015, 12:06

Great news for Jeanney. He deserved a full time seat last year and didn't get one, I hope he does well in the Peugeot.

I wonder where we are going to see Timur now?...

MrJan

9th April 2015, 14:01

Tickets booked the other week for me and the old man, including camping. Really looking forward to it as last year was fantastic entertainment. It's not motorsport at it's most 'pure' but it's still a cracking weekend for £40 or whatever it is.

tbtstt

9th April 2015, 15:13

It's not motorsport at it's most 'pure'...
I would actually argue the opposite; short races demanding maximum commitment, simple track layouts, relatively open build regulations... its as pure as you can get really!

Was at the second round of the British Championship on Monday, first live rallycross I've seen this year and it's got even more excited for the World Championship.

jbmarcus21

9th April 2015, 19:01

Gronholm RX Finland Team is launched :)
http://planetemarcus.com/gronholm-rx-finland-team/

MrJan

9th April 2015, 19:19

I would actually argue the opposite; short races demanding maximum commitment, simple track layouts, relatively open build regulations... its as pure as you can get really!

Was at the second round of the British Championship on Monday, first live rallycross I've seen this year and it's got even more excited for the World Championship.

On the other hand there's a lot of barging about and the joker lap which is added in for show. Plus the cars are so heavily modified that I don't think they could be genuinely considered 'pure'

tbtstt

9th April 2015, 23:11

On the other hand there's a lot of barging about and the joker lap which is added in for show. Plus the cars are so heavily modified that I don't think they could be genuinely considered 'pure'
That's not entirely correct; joker laps were originally introduced to reduce contact on track. The joker lap is less relevant on a wide circuit like Lydden, but on the tighter European tracks it provides a contact-free way of passing if you are stuck behind a slow car.

Fair point with regards to the cars though. I considered them "pure" in that there is still a lot of freedom in the builds (unlike a lot of Championships), but no doubt that they are modified to the point where they are far removed from the original car (which is a damn shame, as I'd love an AWD Fiesta!).

Arnold Triyudho Wardono

9th April 2015, 23:21

WorldRX Team Peugeot Hansen 2015 is confirmed with Timmy Hansen and Davy Jeanney.

208 WRX has both engine & chassis developments; last year's car based on T16 (R5,) this year it's more RX specific.

Less T16 elements.., that's why I found this quite too simple, I guess I'll use to it later..(I like Fiesta RX M-Sport & last year T16 RX)

Viking

13th April 2015, 10:42

I wonder where we are going to see Timur now?...

https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xfp1/t31.0-8/11077381_1026886187341064_987665076102271110_o.jpg

Viking

13th April 2015, 12:15

SDRX 2015

https://scontent-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xft1/v/t1.0-9/10944836_10152825455172849_5933995632146217885_n.j pg?oh=2f1459333fcf00820a0c9f6c3ca5c0de&oe=55AF0AFC

tbtstt

13th April 2015, 12:26

SDRX 2015

https://scontent-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xft1/v/t1.0-9/10944836_10152825455172849_5933995632146217885_n.j pg?oh=2f1459333fcf00820a0c9f6c3ca5c0de&oe=55AF0AFC
I'm unable to focus on any cars or drivers in this picture, not sure why... ;)

Rallyper

13th April 2015, 14:24

https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xfp1/t31.0-8/11077381_1026886187341064_987665076102271110_o.jpg

If these fellows took off their caps it would look much more proper, I must say. (though I´m an old grump, I know, but still)

13th April 2015, 14:27

I would like see BMW back in Rallycross. This 2 series idea looks perfect!

http://cdn.bmwblog.com/wp-content/uploads/10379883_10152872722834973_6618803495697467033_o.j pg

Fast Eddie WRC

13th April 2015, 17:41

Münnich Motorsport 2015 FIA World Rallycross Championship Audi S3 RX Supercar

https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xft1/v/t1.0-9/s720x720/11074390_1097801350233636_4656031207895716931_n.jp g?oh=e21b52fb8fd0d4a82da533f0efcef220&oe=55ABF2C0&__gda__=1440458114_a013b34fcd7163f59b3c852dedbe811 f

Rallyper

13th April 2015, 17:42

I would like see BMW back in Rallycross. This 2 series idea looks perfect!

http://cdn.bmwblog.com/wp-content/uploads/10379883_10152872722834973_6618803495697467033_o.j pg

WRC sticker on the door? ;)

Fast Eddie WRC

13th April 2015, 17:44

Shame Solberg has sold out to the 'energy-drink' brigade now... :(

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CCduTOoWMAIzDcq.jpg:large

http://planetemarcus.com/wordpress/wp-content/gallery/petter-solberg-rx-2015/6554.jpg

tbtstt

13th April 2015, 17:52

Shame Solberg has sold out to the 'energy-drink' brigade now... :(
Solberg is a privateer and Monster are a big sponsor, who can blame him?

Can't wait to see him in action again this year. He has been the best thing to happen to rallycross in the last couple of years; few drivers are as consistently entertaining as he is on track.

Fast Eddie WRC

13th April 2015, 17:53

Marklund Polo 2015 :cool:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CCeg-BEW4AAFBj9.jpg:large

Fast Eddie WRC

13th April 2015, 17:55

Solberg is a privateer and Monster are a big sponsor, who can blame him?

Can't wait to see him in action again this year. He has been the best thing to happen to rallycross in the last couple of years; few drivers are as consistently entertaining as he is on track.

Agreed, just dont like the way Monster dominates the WorldRX...

tbtstt

13th April 2015, 18:07

Agreed, just dont like the way Monster dominates the WorldRX...
Yeah. It's a fine balance at the moment as, although some elements of the sport have become less pure with Monster backing, the fundamentals of the sport have been retained.

I just hope Monster don't deviate massively from the roots of the sport and turn it into car park racing like the GRC or move it beyond the reach of the average privateer (there are enough traditional rallycrossers behind the IMG/Monster sponsorship I hope that doesn't happen though).

Nazar Swan

13th April 2015, 18:25

Marklund Polo 2015 :cool:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CCeg-BEW4AAFBj9.jpg:large
many photos?

Munkvy

13th April 2015, 21:32

Agreed, just dont like the way Monster dominates the WorldRX...

As that is so different to a certain other brand which has a significant impact on both F1 and WRC?

It's the reality of today, energy drinks are nearly as key for sponsorship now as cigarette company's were in previous years.

MJW

13th April 2015, 21:49

As that is so different to a certain other brand which has a significant impact on both F1 and WRC?

It's the reality of today, energy drinks are nearly as key for sponsorship now as cigarette company's were in previous years.
Energy drinks are the new cigarettes - not in the cancer giving way, just cost of production of this caffeine laced gassy water with sugar is probably 1penny / 1 cent to make and can retail at £1,30. Awash with money these companies. Same with Marlboro / Camel / Lucky Strike (note how sponsorship has an effect on a never smoked person) - the cost of production is so low compared with sale price plus the huge tax element.

Fast Eddie WRC

13th April 2015, 22:13

As that is so different to a certain other brand which has a significant impact on both F1 and WRC?

At least its not the 'Redbull WRC' or 'Redbull F1 World Championship'... like it is with Monster & WorldRX.

http://www.rallycrossrx.com/_mediaimages/6892.jpg

Sponsor cars or events, but not the Championship as well. Overkill.

Fast Eddie WRC

13th April 2015, 23:00

From ERC24.com:

'European fan favourite Petter Solberg, who is both a previous WRC title holder [2003] as well as the current World Rallycross Champion looks to build on his hugely successful second year, entering 2015 in his third season since his return to the sport in 2013. Liam Doran widely recognised as Britain’s hottest Rallycross prospect and two-time X Games gold medallist completes the formidable team. The joining of forces was admittedly made easier due to the fact that the drivers both run with Citroën DS3 SuperCars, as Per-Espen Løchen of the SDRX team suggested, stating in said press conference that both drivers have individual sponsorship agreements. Therefore, to run a two car team cost no extra money, needs just a new logo, and makes sense in the quest for the team championship title.'

N.O.T

14th April 2015, 00:36

Nice to see that we only have 4 hamburger boys this year, lets hope they go away to Mcdonalds in the following years so the championship can gain some more credibility...

stefanvv

14th April 2015, 01:10

Sponsor cars or events, but not the Championship as well. Overkill.

FIA doesn't work well obviously.

Arnold Triyudho Wardono

14th April 2015, 08:01

I would like see BMW back in Rallycross. This 2 series idea looks perfect!

That's a R-GT version, I think..
And Beemer would be use the 4WD system in the 1/2 series RX

garais22

14th April 2015, 15:28

PHOTO: Jānis Baumanis testing before new season http://www.go4speed.lv/lv/photo/rallijkross/950-baumanis-testi/

MrJan

14th April 2015, 19:21

Agreed, just dont like the way Monster dominates the WorldRX...

I think that the championship is using the sponsorship to target their key demographic, and it's probably one of the reasons that the inaugural season was such a success.

As others have said, energy drinks are the latest big sponsor now that tobacco and booze are so frowned upon. There's so much money involved in it all that both teams and championships would be silly NOT to sell out. Even the WRC is now a Red Bull Media House deal, and without Red Bull it's difficult to say where the championship would be. Likewise a huge number of motorbike teams rely on income from Relentless. Yes it's crap, but it all keeps the sport running and maintains enough teams to make things interesting.

kolin

15th April 2015, 10:16

I think that the championship is using the sponsorship to target their key demographic, and it's probably one of the reasons that the inaugural season was such a success.

As others have said, energy drinks are the latest big sponsor now that tobacco and booze are so frowned upon. There's so much money involved in it all that both teams and championships would be silly NOT to sell out. Even the WRC is now a Red Bull Media House deal, and without Red Bull it's difficult to say where the championship would be. Likewise a huge number of motorbike teams rely on income from Relentless. Yes it's crap, but it all keeps the sport running and maintains enough teams to make things interesting.

The right kind of story telling.
Without the support of Red Bull would probably WRC in very poor condition.
Can not blame the Monster Energy

Fast Eddie WRC

15th April 2015, 17:39

I think that the championship is using the sponsorship to target their key demographic, and it's probably one of the reasons that the inaugural season was such a success.

So people are watching World RX because a certain energy drink is sponsoring it now ? If that's their aim & demographic then all they need is Mr Block and his 'gymkhana' stuff. Rally Cross is much better than that.

MrJan

15th April 2015, 18:47

So people are watching World RX because a certain energy drink is sponsoring it now ? If that's their aim & demographic then all they need is Mr Block and his 'gymkhana' stuff. Rally Cross is much better than that.

I believe that the exposure that comes with Monster Energy is certainly a reason why people are watching. They don't watch because of the drink, but they are made aware of the sport because of it.

Fast Eddie WRC

16th April 2015, 17:39

JRM MINI at media day ...

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CCt1_MJWAAE93j_.jpg:large

Micke_VOC

16th April 2015, 22:57

I visited KMS Motorsport shakedown-test before departure to Portugal today.

The new KMS VW Polo in the hands of Johan Kristofersson looks amazing fast !
A maybe upload a clip on YouTube tomorrow.

Teardrop

17th April 2015, 00:17

I visited KMS Motorsport shakedown-test before departure to Portugal today.

The new KMS VW Polo in the hands of Johan Kristofersson looks amazing fast !
A maybe upload a clip on YouTube tomorrow.
Do you know if they will test more before Montalegre?
SDRX and Marklund Motorsport will be testing in Lousada in the coming days.

Micke_VOC

17th April 2015, 13:20

Do you know if they will test more before Montalegre?
SDRX and Marklund Motorsport will be testing in Lousada in the coming days.

No i don't know more than the trailers travelling from Sweden tomorrow but don't think they will test.
The test yesterday was the first meters with the race cars. The Polo they have tested before are a they first one the build this winter and are a testcar/ERC-car from Veiby i been told.

Fast Eddie WRC

18th April 2015, 20:33

Looking forward to more of this in 2015... :cool:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CC3qyLVWYAA7CG8.jpg:large

dimviii

18th April 2015, 23:38

crazy photo!

Fast Eddie WRC

23rd April 2015, 23:44

Guy Wilks ‏@GuyWilks
It's taken a little longer than first anticipated you will all find out first here!!

#comeback

Announcement tomorrow!

Fast Eddie WRC

25th April 2015, 12:11

Nice RX warm-up for today... flames !!

http://www.mobypicture.com/user/Andrew_Coley/view/18044471

Does anyone know if the heats will be streamed live on Periscope ?

https://www.periscope.tv/w/Vxyc0zIzNDg0fDcwMjYyMDYbcADJgcTgJL7ZOe9KQMtm4QlPan vgjipPos-u96IRsA==

N.O.T

25th April 2015, 14:48

Has Rx dropped that retarded points system they had last year ? or they are using it this year as well ?

Micke_VOC

25th April 2015, 16:19

First heat in SC:
http://fiaworldrallycross.com/results/supercar/por/2015

N.O.T

25th April 2015, 20:57

Luijbregts

26th April 2015, 11:30

so they retain the retarded points system... nice.

and they revamped their webpage into something out of a chavboys dream... nice.

Are they at least going to show the semis and the final live of some events like last year ?

Get a bit more positive dude! Yes, All semi-final and final races will be live and FREE of charge.

N.O.T

26th April 2015, 15:01

its live now with the preview show... nice.

http://www.fiaworldrallycross.com/livestream

N.O.T

26th April 2015, 16:45

Kristofferson wins it, Solberg 2nd...

fun race and full of rain...

stefanvv

26th April 2015, 16:50

Yeah, great drive by Kristofferson

MrJan

27th April 2015, 14:40

That early joker was really paying off, surprised that more teams didn't pick up on it. Some great racing considering how difficult it is to find a passing place on that track. Hopefully will be some good competition for Petter this year, but I suspect that his consistent points scoring will again mean he's the man to beat.

Fast Eddie WRC

28th April 2015, 00:18

N.O.T

28th April 2015, 00:28

Just watched the events in Montelegre and didnt enjoy it so much. Maybe with the weather being so bad but just no atmosphere there..

Also I still hate the hyper TV commentary and that they never stop and so you cant hear the cars..

Good drive by the new team/driver to beat Solberg though.

the whole presentation is very Americanized i think... from the website to the commentary and the presentation, it seems they want to attract the younger audiences that are into the chinless hero and his antics. If you skip that, the races are quite entertaining...

But the championship needs a proper points system.

pantealex

29th April 2015, 15:00

http://media.rallycrossrx.com/docs/2015%20Belgium%20RX%20entry%20list.pdf

39 Supercars in Belgium race (total 84 cars)

Viking

3rd May 2015, 12:44

Petter wins and get maximum points in Hockenheim race

https://scontent-ams.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xta1/t31.0-8/11148571_10153320952757922_4327254675073448330_o.j pg

Fast Eddie WRC

5th May 2015, 19:14

Better event in Germany but the whole series seems to be lacking something this year...

Dont know if its just waiting for the classic RX tracks or what but it seems dull and the excitement feels forced..

N.O.T

5th May 2015, 19:31

dimviii

6th May 2015, 18:49

RX: Guy Wilks joins JRM Racing for Lydden Hill 6 May 2015
Two-time British Rally champion Guy Wilks will make a one-off appearance for JRM Racing at the British round of the FIA World Rallycross championship

http://www.crash.net/wrc/news/218463/1/rx-guy-wilks-joins-jrm-racing-for-lydden-hill.html?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss

Fast Eddie WRC

6th May 2015, 19:17

Been a long time out for Wilks but never gave up hope he'd get a chance again. It might be 'only' RX but its a start..

Hope he does well and gets more drives.

This explains how Wilks came to get the chance with JRM:
JRM Racing Team Principle, James Rumsey, “Guy’s motorsport pedigree is undisputed and we won the British Rally Championship together in 2008.
I have no doubt he’ll adapt to the requirements of rallycross quickly and successfully. He’s excited about seeing what he can do in the MINI RX and the feedback that he will give us as we test before the race weekend and at Lydden itself will be a massive benefit as we continue the development of the car and ultimately make it even more competitive in World RX.”

Also hope the MINI is a decent car as its good to have a variety of cars in the series.
JRM think it will be competitive: 'The car’s 1.6-litre BMW turbo engine produces around 480 bhp and this, coupled with the its excellent handling and driveability characteristics, means the MINI RX is expected to be more than a match for the other cars on the World RX grid in 2015.'

http://www.jrm-group.com/files/PR1%20DM.jpg

http://www.jrm-group.com/mini-rx/news/May-2015/jrm-racing-enjoys-a-positive-world-rx-debut

Munkvy

7th May 2015, 02:35

Are all the cars a 1.6L motor?

N.O.T

7th May 2015, 02:47

No

http://www.volkswagen-motorsport.com/index.php?id=823&L=1

pantealex

7th May 2015, 09:40

Are all the cars a 1.6L motor?

only MINI.
All other supercars 2.0T

Fast Eddie WRC

7th May 2015, 19:38

Good entry for the British round at Lydden Hill and the event should feel more like it should at this legendary Rallycross circuit !

'On top of the eight permanent two-car teams and two individual drivers, a number of British drivers make up the list of 12 wildcards who will contest the event in the 30 strong Supercar entry.

Double British rally champion Guy Wilks will make his World RX debut in a JRM Racing Mini RX, running the number 37, the same number as used on the famous 1964 Monte Carlo winning Mini. 2013 British Touring Car Champion Andrew Jordan finished on the podium at his home round of World RX last season and will return this year in a Team Peugeot-Hansen Peugeot 208. Andy Scott will return to the driving seat in an Albatec Racing run Peugeot 208, joined in the team by David Binks, who made his World RX debut at Loheac, France last season. Four-time British Rallycross champion Julian Godfrey will contest the event his successful Ford Fiesta, joined by Kevin Procter, who won the French round of the FIA European Rallycross Championship in 2012. Former British champion and 2015 Euro RX competitor Ollie O’Donovan will also start at his home event.

American Top Gear star Tanner Foust will make his second appearance of the season for Marklund Motorsport, on a track where he has historically done well, having claimed two victories at the venue in the last three years. Super1600 racer Janis Baumanis will make his first of three Supercar starts in 2015 at Lydden Hill, driving a Peugeot 208 for the Hansen Talent Development team, while former French champion Marc Laboulle will compete in a Citroen C4, run by his own team. Norwegian pair Ole-Kristian Nottveit and Guttorm Lindefjell will race a Volvo C30 and Ford Focus respectively under the Circlex team banner.'

http://media.rallycrossrx.com/docs/World%20RX%20of%20Great%20Britain%20entry%20list%2 0.pdf

Munkvy

8th May 2015, 02:14

only MINI.
All other supercars 2.0T

That seems like they are purposely handicapping themselves then?

N.O.T

8th May 2015, 02:20

That seems like they are purposely handicapping themselves then?

I think they will use the car more like a moving advertisement for the team and sponsors, thus the driver choice.

I do not see any serious effort behind it, it is probably just a miniWRC with new aero pack and a wrc engine without any turbo limitations the WRC has.

With a handicap of around 100hp compared to the other cars it will not be good for them.

MrJan

8th May 2015, 14:20

Pleased to see that Andrew Jordan is back (as well as Guy Wilks), he was good entertainment last year and it's nice to be able to cheer on a local guy that isn't a complete bellend (like certain other British drivers). Really looking forward to the event, although I'm sure that the RX Lites grid is a bit smaller, which is a shame as they can have some entertaining races.

Fast Eddie WRC

8th May 2015, 15:03

That seems like they are purposely handicapping themselves then?

Engine-wise maybe but a decent début in Germany looks good for the future...

'By the time the second of the heats came round, the team had two reasons to be happy. Mirra got the better of his rivals to win his race, while Way stormed into the lead of his – beating world champion Petter Solberg into the first corner.
http://www.jrm-group.com/mini-rx/news/May-2015/jrm-racing-takes-its-first-world-rx-race-win#sthash.BK2tvovl.dpuf

JRM bought the full Prodrive Mini RX Project:

'The MINI RX is based on the MINI World Rally Car but with an upgraded engine, lightweight bodywork and other changes to make it competitive for rallycross.
The 1.6 litre turbo engine has been reengineered to produce more than 450 bhp. This, combined with a ten per cent reduction in weight, means the performance of the MINI RX matches the 2.0 litre rallycross cars, while still maintaining the excellent driveability and handling it inherits from the WRC chassis.'
http://static.wixstatic.com/media/b7967c_1d08a6de5e9c4b03a9e06abd6bc2e3a7.jpg_srz_p_ 980_422_75_22_0.50_1.20_0.00_jpg_srz

http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/117240

tbtstt

8th May 2015, 15:17

Time will tell on the MINI's. I think the car will suffer on the power circuits and when the weight reduction for small engine cars is removed at the end of the year they are surely going to be forced to upgrade to 2.0L.

Was hoping for a few more Supercars for Lydden, but that is still a good entry: and loads of home talent to cheer on.

Blancpain this weekend, off to Belgium for the rallycross next weekend, then Lydden the weekend afterwards: it's a perfect month of motorsport!

Fast Eddie WRC

14th May 2015, 17:58

Interesting... Riko Tahko is to debut the 'Custom rallycross engine' in Belgium, the first to use new engine regulations.

'This weekend at the Belgian round of the FIA World Rallycross Championship, Finnish driver Riku Tahko will debut his Mini Countryman RX. While a Mini has already raced this year in World RX, JRM Racing ran a pair of similar machines at Hockenheim at the turn of the month (using 1.6 WRC-derived engines), Takho’s version features a 2.0 motor and is the first car to make use of the new Custom engine regulations for 2015.'

http://www.rallycrossworld.com/2015/05/14/tahko-to-debut-custom-rallycross-engine-in-belgium/

http://www.rallycrossworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/Riku-Tahko-MINI-RX-2015.jpg

tbtstt

14th May 2015, 18:06

Going to be interesting to see how he gets on. I'm setting off for Belgium in the early hours of Saturday morning, can't wait!

Fly

16th May 2015, 22:15

Been to Mettet today, 20 years after my last trip to European RX Maasmechelen.
Good show but standing too far from the track to feel the speed.
Smart drive from Solberg. He doesn't go for everything in the first corner to avoid a crash and scores good points in each heat.
Duval was struggling with the car. Brake issue in Heat 1.
Ekstroem is as good as I expected.

Fast Eddie WRC

17th May 2015, 13:05

Day 1 Heats: https://youtu.be/ZTs-x5b-RQ4

MINI of was Tahko well off the pace though, in the Euro RX...

http://erc24.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/17099622823_469f44fe63_o.jpg

N.O.T

17th May 2015, 21:59

I must say last year World Rx was far more entertaining... do not know why i feel that way, maybe it was because it was the first year i actively followed it and this year it just looks like another track event.

Solberg finished second in Belgium but i think the championship will be a walk in the park.

tbtstt

18th May 2015, 12:07

Didn't get back from Belgium until late last night, so only just got the chance to post.

The MINI looked gutless, didn't see it put in a strong lap all weekend. Scheveneels looked dangerous in the Scirocco, he seemed to be fighting with the car on Saturday (which I thought might be due to the damp conditions), then he binned it in the dry on Sunday!

I thought the revised Mettet track was much better this year. The curb on the second tarmac/dirt transition seemed to be causing some issues, but at least the pointless car breaking jump at the bottom of the circuit was gone. I thought the revised last corner/joker lap section is much better as well.

Nice to see last years theme of mixed winners in the first half of the season again. Epic drive from Petter in the semi final and a sensible run in the final. Not sure I'd go as far as saying that the Championship will be "a walk in the park", but if Petter continues to use his head then he is going to be tough to beat.

Duvel

18th May 2015, 19:32

Mettet was a lot better than last year.But still, the track is fast as hel, but not spectacular enough in my opinion. Let this field race at the Maasmechelen track, that would be hole other show, whit actual overtaking on the track instead of 98%overtaking by the joker lap calculations.

Still, i had fun, some nice heats, first one on sunday starts whit a roll of Scheveneels, shame for him and the car, but good start for spectating..

very nice semi finals by Petter, 2 jokers and finisching second, great speed.
Final of euro RX guys was a bit of a shame, was really looking forward for a fight between Duval and Rustad ho both showed there pace early that day. What happend at the bottom of the track? And what was the problem whit Dudu's car?
World Rx final was fast, realy fast but i mis overtaking on track, still shame on bad joker by petter, if he nails that, i think he had won. Topi did great jod tough, fast and clean hole race long.

Some other thoughts:
Shame that a buitifull car like the mini doesn't work the way it should.
Funny to see 4 or 5 of the same s1600 cars go into the barriers after they showerd the joker gravel( exept 1 all were Fabia's i believe)
Al mecanics, drivers, teamowners i spoke to where really friendly, exept one..no wonder Duval isn't a wrc bosses friend. The dude can drive a car, but looks so f#cking arrogant al day..a shame
Also a shame Doran had a bad weekend, one of the few drivers ho can spice up a heat/final.

So had a good time, but would like to see world rx attacking the duivelsberg ( translates into devils mountain) in Maasmechelen one time

Fast Eddie WRC

18th May 2015, 21:20

Watched my recording of the Mettet live Semi-finals & Final today and enjoyed this more than the first two events. The track and the atmosphere seemed more traditional and the racing was good and entertaining to watch.

But I think it said it all when Solberg was able to qualify for the Final even when penalised with doing two joker laps. Makes me wonder how good the other drivers really are when a 'washed-up, old WRC driver' can do that.

Arnold Triyudho Wardono

19th May 2015, 19:28

I wonder if we'll see a joint event between WRX & GRC at Trois-Rivieres..? (like Sebring in ALMS/WEC times)

Honestly, when they're racing in the traditional base of RX, it was entertaining. But, when they're in the another venues (Canada, Turkey), it feels dull.

OldF

19th May 2015, 19:43

It starts to be a habit for me to check the consistency of the figures.

http://www.volkswagen-motorsport.com/index.php?id=823&L=1

Power 412 kW (560 hp) @ 6250 rpm.
850 Nm @ 5000 rpm would mean 605 hp.

If the torque figures are correct, the power figures are not and vice versa.

I believe that the car can have 850 Nm but on lower revs. Amazing that they don’t check the consistency of the figures they put on the web sites.

Arnold Triyudho Wardono

19th May 2015, 22:30

Power 412 kW (560 hp) @ 6250 rpm.
850 Nm @ 5000 rpm would mean 605 hp.

Install this engine to WRC version and we'll have modern Group B..:D

stefanvv

19th May 2015, 22:47

only if You freeze the time between '86 and '15... I think no

Fast Eddie WRC

21st May 2015, 21:54

Guy Wilks MINI for Lydden Hill:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CFjH-4MUsAAVjGb.jpg:large

N.O.T

24th May 2015, 02:16

The people who designed the web page of Rx are a bunch of autism cases... where can i see heat results for Saturday ??

And someone has to do something about the points system of that pathetic competition...

why humanity is such a disappointment ?

Fast Eddie WRC

24th May 2015, 13:25

Decent debut for Wilks on Saturday:

http://rallycross.com/reports/15/15_wm/wm1504/news_wm1504_02.jpg

'It was a promising RX debut for fellow Briton Guy Wilks who is piloting a MINI RX Supercar with JRM Racing this weekend. The 34-year-old took a race win in heat two and sits 12th overall going into day two. “I’m really pleased with how today has gone – it’s all about learning for me this weekend and I saw a big difference with times on that second heat. Tonight we will make some adjustments to the brakes but right now everything feels really good,” said Wilks. '

"I'm coming into this completely green and i know it's a massive steep learning curve," said Wilks. "But I'm determined to fight for every inch of the track and do the best job I can for JRM Racing in front of the British fans." Wilks currently holds 12th place and as such qualified for the semi-finals. '

Solberg leads after Day 1

http://rallycross.com/reports/15/15_wm/wm1504/news_wm1504_05.jpg

Results: http://fiaworldrallycross.com/result/gbr/2015

Live Stream finals from 2pm: http://fiaworldrallycross.com/livestream

Fast Eddie WRC

24th May 2015, 15:31

Last lap and all contenders still in one shot. This is WorldRX at its finest !

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CFxj1J9WYAAucaX.jpg:large

stefanvv

24th May 2015, 16:00

Live Stream finals from 2pm: http://fiaworldrallycross.com/livestream

Do You got this stream working? It only shows grey background for me

Fast Eddie WRC

24th May 2015, 16:18

Do You got this stream working? It only shows grey background for me

Working great here..

and WILKS THROUGH TO THE FINAL !!!!

MartijnS

24th May 2015, 16:22

Works for me too, lucky break. Usually its blocked in the Netherlands. Lets hope it last for about 15 minutes :D

stefanvv

24th May 2015, 16:32

yeah, whatever, may be it's blocked here.

edit: at least the live timing works, so I'm watching in numbers:D

Fast Eddie WRC

24th May 2015, 16:42

Shame... Wilks puncture :(

stefanvv

24th May 2015, 16:43

go Ekstrom, go S1:D

stefanvv

24th May 2015, 16:45

eh, so close

N.O.T

24th May 2015, 16:45

Another win for solberg... lets hate on him for dominating... its fun.

MartijnS

24th May 2015, 16:46

Nice race!

Fast Eddie WRC

24th May 2015, 16:52

Nice close race this time but Petter still has the edge...

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CFx3WB0WgAAhdrn.jpg:large

Sulland

25th May 2015, 00:18

Working great here..

and WILKS THROUGH TO THE FINAL !!!!

Hopefully they can put a 2 liter engine in the Mini for Wilks soon. He drove some nice lines, and is the best JRM have had in the car to date.

But 480 hp from the 1600 engine is 100+ less than the 2 liters produce.

Arnold Triyudho Wardono

25th May 2015, 17:30

Another win for solberg... lets hate on him for dominating... its fun.

It can't be helped, he's already hooning his RX skill before he joins WRC..:D

MrJan

26th May 2015, 19:20

For Wilks to get to the final in a 1600 is very impressive, even more so when you see how much understeer the thing had. I was amazed at just how much difficulty he had turning into the corners, it always wanted to push on. Can't hate Solberg for dominating, he's just a cut above the other guys at the minute. Some great drives though and it was a really great weekend apart from the weather.

There were a few downsides though, some to do with the RX circus and some that may be down to Lydden. The main one was a lack of anyone organising the car parking, either on the way in or on the way out, so that it was a real bun fight and stacked up for far longer than it needed to be. A complete lack of any area to look at results too, even the website was hard to find anything other than live timings (which meant it only showed the most recent race). As we were camping we had quite a bit of time to kill on Saturday evening and it would have been good to have a noticeboard so that we actually knew what happened (there may actually have been a board, but we walked the paddock a good 5 or 6 times over the weekend and never saw anything, it certainly wasn't clear). There was also a small bar set up and some singers on the Saturday night, it wasn't exactly an extravaganza but again it didn't seem to have been mentioned during the day or plugged at all, so you only really came across it because you were trying to see what the noise was. Although to be honest it didn't seem like the commentators had that much information either, at times they didn't even know what race was coming up next. I appreciate that things may have been shuffled to suit TV, but it would've been good to let people know.

Can't wait for next year though, as far as good value entertainment from motorsport goes it's right at the top of the list. Currently going through my pictures and deleting all the crappy ones, hopefully I'll have at least one or two to share when I'm done!

tbtstt

27th May 2015, 15:33

There were a few downsides though, some to do with the RX circus and some that may be down to Lydden. The main one was a lack of anyone organising the car parking, either on the way in or on the way out, so that it was a real bun fight and stacked up for far longer than it needed to be.
Lydden is a tiny venue and that was one of the biggest crowds they have had there for some time. There did at least to be some order to the way they were letting people leave. I was parked on the paddock side and there was a 90 minute wait before the queue even started moving: I just grabbed another cup of tea and walked round the paddock!

Don't forget that the 1600 MINI is 90 KG lighter than everyone else; still a mighty fine drive from Wilks, he was sideways everywhere which was great to watch!

Just uploaded a few pictures from Mettet...

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7738/17531843484_ba0ef5c770_b.jpg

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8779/18154894705_e63df901d6_b.jpg

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7798/17967717648_2916335dff_b.jpg

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8798/17967503638_c13b02d7c8_b.jpg

...will start on my Lydden Hill pictures tonight!

MrJan

27th May 2015, 19:35

I was parked on the paddock side and there was a 90 minute wait before the queue even started moving: I just grabbed another cup of tea and walked round the paddock!

That's actually what caused us the issue, if we hadn't walked around we'd probably have made it out easier. We were at the top of the camping field and decided (following getting stuck in the queue last year) that we would be better off watching the presentations and then having a stroll. After that we made our way back to the van and decided to exit through the paddock (one of the marshals had said that it was possible), at which point we got well and truly stuck. If we'd actually just hopped straight in the van then we'd probably have been out the gate before many people got to their cars.

I really can't understand the people that were leaving during the semi-finals though, I'd rather wait in 2 hours of traffic than miss out on the racing!

Photos nothing in comparison to yours (not helped by me only shooting on Saturday morning during practice...at which point it was all cloudy). Still doing the organising/editing phase but reasonably happy with this one, just a shame about the dust kicked up by the car in front

https://c2.staticflickr.com/8/7747/18140560506_4f2bdf6ef2_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/tD27CA)IMG_1223 (https://flic.kr/p/tD27CA) by Jan (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mrjanyeo/), on Flickr

tbtstt

27th May 2015, 19:51

That's actually what caused us the issue, if we hadn't walked around we'd probably have made it out easier. We were at the top of the camping field and decided (following getting stuck in the queue last year) that we would be better off watching the presentations and then having a stroll. After that we made our way back to the van and decided to exit through the paddock (one of the marshals had said that it was possible), at which point we got well and truly stuck. If we'd actually just hopped straight in the van then we'd probably have been out the gate before many people got to their cars.
Ah, damn, that was unlucky. I could at least see a sequence in what they were doing with the car parks: pity we were at the end of the sequence!

I really can't understand the people that were leaving during the semi-finals though, I'd rather wait in 2 hours of traffic than miss out on the racing!
My mate are I were saying the same thing! The finals are the best bit of the day, seemed crazy to leave before they were done!

Photos nothing in comparison to yours (not helped by me only shooting on Saturday morning during practice...at which point it was all cloudy). Still doing the organising/editing phase but reasonably happy with this one, just a shame about the dust kicked up by the car in front

https://c2.staticflickr.com/8/7747/18140560506_4f2bdf6ef2_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/tD27CA)IMG_1223 (https://flic.kr/p/tD27CA) by Jan (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mrjanyeo/), on Flickr
I haven't really looked at my Lydden shots yet, so don't be sure you haven't bettered me! Nice shot, the dust can be a real pain on the exit of Chessons, once the first car has passed through the rest of the cars are often obscured.

Fast Eddie WRC

28th May 2015, 17:38

Nice to see the cover of MN this week giving the World RX the headline ahead of WRC & F1 !! :D

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CGAFEMaWMAAhsAn.jpg:large

rallyfiend

28th May 2015, 17:55

Nice to see the cover of MN this week giving the World RX the headline ahead of WRC & F1 !! :D

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CGAFEMaWMAAhsAn.jpg:large

One assumes that was part of the sponsorship deal for the event rather than genuine editorial interest...

Fast Eddie WRC

29th May 2015, 13:41

One assumes that was part of the sponsorship deal for the event rather than genuine editorial interest...

Whatever, its all good publicity... along with the star showing by Guy Wilks on his RX debut.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T0l6YFvbsqs&feature=youtu.be

http://www.rallycrossworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/123.jpg

SpeedEstRacing

4th June 2015, 07:08

My vidéo of the RallycrossRX Mettet : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vBiijYD7ZoE

markf8691

4th June 2015, 18:37

Can anybody clarify the level of support that Ford is giving Olesberg, Volkswagen is giving Marklund Motorsport and Peugeot is giving Team Hansen? Are they all factory teams?

N.O.T

4th June 2015, 18:38

Can anybody clarify the level of support that Ford is giving Olesberg, Volkswagen is giving Marklund Motorsport and Peugeot is giving Team Hansen? Are they all factory teams?

only peugeot/vw can be considered "factory" the rest are just tuning companies

tbtstt

5th June 2015, 11:29

only peugeot/vw can be considered "factory" the rest are just tuning companies
Yeah, spot on. Marklund have been given access to information (and I believe parts) from the VW WRC program, hence why those cars were vastly improved last season. EKS are sponsored by Audi, but they are not officially a factory team.

The Kristoffersson Motorsport Polos are backed by VW Sweden, so again there is a factory connection there, but they are not an official works team. I heard rumours last year that Citroen were going to officially back PSRX but that doesn't seem to have happened.

M-Sport are arguably the closest thing to a "works" Ford rallycross team, but they aren't running any cars in the World Championship this year.

Few shots from Lydden:

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/524/18483261715_2cfce41fa7_b.jpg

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/315/17857292274_70f0e8e458_b.jpg

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/293/18292290760_f2f5dc0a2d_b.jpg

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/279/18292417100_6a6fd5e7d7_b.jpg

Arnold Triyudho Wardono

8th June 2015, 20:24

I'd like to see Andretti's Beetle in WRX..

Sulland

9th June 2015, 14:21

MJW

9th June 2015, 14:24

""I heard rumours last year that Citroen were going to officially back PSRX but that doesn't seem to have happened""

They pulled the plug not long before the series started as far as I know, so no factory support.
If they ditch WTCC for 2016, maybe RX support?
As far as I know the PSA support went to Hansen Peugeot not PSRX, - judging by this years results it looked like PSA backed the wrong team and car :-)
Interesting to see Yves Matton congratulating Petter on Twitter on every result though, as you say maybe next year........unless Citroen money goes to FE.

tbtstt

9th June 2015, 15:08

I'd like to see Andretti's Beetle in WRX..
Hopefully Per Eklund's Beetle will be in action before the end of the year, so we'll have one Beetle in Europe!

(Not that I personally want to see any: I think it's an awful looking car!)

pantealex

9th June 2015, 16:01

tbtstt

9th June 2015, 16:14

There is VW UP! supercar in Finland ;)
I saw a picture of that on Facebook yesterday: it must be mental to drive, that much power in a car the size of my shoe! I imagine it's very skittish at speed.

Arnold Triyudho Wardono

9th June 2015, 20:44

There is VW UP! supercar in Finland ;)
Mid or front-engined..?
That's epic.

giu canbera

10th June 2015, 02:04

N.O.T

10th June 2015, 02:24

spectator attendance is pretty disappointing in all of the above events.

giu canbera

10th June 2015, 04:16

Agree.
Thought XGames would have crowds like last years but they were more focused on Bikes and Skates.
Ft. Lauderdale was a terrible event too. IDK whats happening to GRC

giu canbera

10th June 2015, 04:21

In case no one has noticed, GRC cancelled the Seattle (at the Dirt Fish rally school) race without any announc for the fans or even the TRACK itself. Seems like Dirt Fish has some bills to pay and werent able to secure the GRC deal. But they were informed by some customer, not the board.

Also theres some weird things happening in Andreas Eriksson's brain in US.
-First he confirmed Mitchell DeJong in one of the OMSE Ford cars then he changed the contract. Mitchell jumped out cuz it would be some BAD DEAL. Now He cant drive in GRC due something that has not being explained for the fans!
-Then he (Andreas) demanded GRC champ Joni WIman to come to the track for the first race but he was sick at a hospital!
-Then he got suspended from 2 races for talking sh*t about GRC board.
-And its no secret guys like Block and Deegan dont like Andreas cuz he kinda "Dont like Americans"
-Now he moved out from east coast to west coast and is planning to build a propper rallyX track in US for both WorldRX and GRC... AND MAYBE a Nascar team under Tim Cindric's orientation (?????rumor ???)

...Jag talar inte svenska men Andreas är en konstig kille! =P

janvanvurpa

10th June 2015, 05:05

I know you guys are more fans of the WorldRX series but here some updates about RedBull GRC and the ScandinavianRX series.

Here you can watch the season opener from the GRC series in Ft. Lauderdale. It was a terrible track but I just enjoy watching RX cars racing anyway.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FtOjmqA8kPk

you can also watch the XGames Final. Great track, great racing.
Liam Doram and Andreas Bakkerud raced there.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hmji6YR7vFk

Now watch the SuperCar final from the Scandinavian (Nordic?) RX season opener too!
Here its easy to find OMSE cars, VW Sweden, Per Eklund, Hansen-Peugeots and all the other Swedish teams from World RX. Next race is this weekend
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SI2dvwEiz3s

Good god.
Has nobody involved in that Globular Wawwy Closs not even one ounce of shame?
The promoters should be dealt with the best way: 9mm
That "tracK"----a couple of handsfull of dusty sand scattered in a parking lot..

No shame at all anybody.

I have no respect for anybody perpetuating this infantile crap and daring to call it rally-cross or even car racing..
Made up made for TV junk.
Any amount of shame for money.

pantealex

10th June 2015, 08:11

Mid or front-engined..?
That's epic.

Front-engined like all other Supercars. His old engine had 580hp and there is newone in his UP!...
and that builder/driver is 61y old!

Fast Eddie WRC

10th June 2015, 21:30

I know you guys are more fans of the WorldRX series but here some updates about RedBull GRC and the ScandinavianRX series.

Here you can watch the season opener from the GRC series in Ft. Lauderdale. It was a terrible track but I just enjoy watching RX cars racing anyway.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FtOjmqA8kPk

you can also watch the XGames Final. Great track, great racing.
Liam Doram and Andreas Bakkerud raced there.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hmji6YR7vFk

Now watch the SuperCar final from the Scandinavian (Nordic?) RX season opener too!
Here its easy to find OMSE cars, VW Sweden, Per Eklund, Hansen-Peugeots and all the other Swedish teams from World RX. Next race is this weekend
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SI2dvwEiz3s

Sorry, World RX & European RX are as far as we go here... X-Games & GRC are of no interest & have zero credibility.

tbtstt

11th June 2015, 09:45

I honestly liked GRC in the first few years. Despite a lot of hate from the European fans, I thought it was good that rallycross was making the jump overseas.

I have really struggled to get into it the last few years though. The track design has been poor and the insistence on 10 car finals is stupid: surviving turn one in the final (especially for those mid-pack) has nothing to do with racing, it's purely pot luck.

At least ESPN has stuck with six car finals for X-Games. There was way too much contact in this years X-Games final for my liking though.

With dwindling grid numbers, one has to wonder how long the GRC will last for.

Viking

11th June 2015, 10:39

Hopefully Per Eklund's Beetle will be in action before the end of the year, so we'll have one Beetle in Europe!

(Not that I personally want to see any: I think it's an awful looking car!)

Here you go... :)

https://scontent-ams3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtf1/t31.0-8/11334037_1040802975932196_6883620450748336276_o.jp g

http://www.fiaworldrallycross.com/article/8800/new-vw-beetle-supercar-revealed

giu canbera

11th June 2015, 20:12

haha I Just hope this Beetle with the WRX Custom Engine (I believe theres one Mini and one Focus using it too in the EuroRX) could at least race for a P14 - P16 position =P

pantealex

18th June 2015, 16:29

They took only 20 S1600 to Germany (Kalle Markkanen with MINI was left out)

To Höljes they took only 35 Supercars, Joni-Pekka Rajala with Saab did not make it ;)

Bit stupid that they choose who can enter ;)

Arnold Triyudho Wardono

18th June 2015, 22:06

giu canbera

19th June 2015, 18:55

Agree.
I read Andreas Eriksson is planning to build the first RX track in US on the East Coast (The swedish team have this new base in Mooresville (North Caroline). The track should be used by GRC and WRX (at least on his evil's plans)

Maybe GRC should build more tracks like they do in Daytona.. But I believe nascar owners dont want anyone messing with their tracks *cough cough¨* Indycar with no ovals Cough" cough*

Arnold Triyudho Wardono

21st June 2015, 17:19

Davy Jeanney is won in Germany

giu canbera

22nd June 2015, 17:09

GRC round 2 and 3 (doubleheader) - Daytona (US)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MBOjfD1xcWM

RallyX Scandinavia (Nordic? Swedish? Whaat?) round 2 - Strängnäs (SWE) super car final
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GcL2AEE_vEc

But WorldRX had the BEST RACING of the weekend! What a win for Jeanney! Awesome. Almost had a heart attack

tbtstt

22nd June 2015, 17:24

Great performance from Jeanney. He deserved a decent seat last year and it's so good to see him making the most of his drive with Hansen. Another measured drive from Petter; his new sensible streak is going to make him tough to catch unless he has a couple of bad weekends.

Good result for Tommy Rustad as well, that's really closed things up in the Euro standings.

Fast Eddie WRC

3rd July 2015, 11:50

Gronholm at Holjes... is Marcus driving or his son ?

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CI-bP8AWEAALMRj.jpg

N.O.T

3rd July 2015, 12:18

his son

giu canbera

4th July 2015, 03:54

Thats Nicolas Gronholm, the son.
THAT car was bought by Marcus from OMSE Ford Team. Is the car who won the GRC series title with Topi Heikkinen in 2013. Nicolas is P6 on the 2015 Scandinavian RX series.

The Codemasters and DIRT (game) guys were talking about having RX cars and track on the next game's update and it about to happen. THey were in ENgland, Germany and now on Sweden with a "pre-pre-beta game" (haha) talking to the drivers, asking for more infos on how to make the cars more REAL (physics)
It looks THey just had a little fun competition between drivers and the tv guys playing this game
Lydden Hill and Estering were announced today. They will appear in the next DIRT game

giu canbera

4th July 2015, 06:50

Ahhh... HERE --> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FsWYmLt9H2s

Fast Eddie WRC

4th July 2015, 15:29

2x Audi S1 Quattros, 30 years apart...

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CJBYaBpWEAQuD3a.jpg:large

Fast Eddie WRC

4th July 2015, 15:32

All new VW Beetle of has just taken it's first ever heat race win at Holjes:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CJEsu_bWcAA3U1P.jpg:large

New Scirocco also in action:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CJEZjjWWEAAzifU.jpg:large

Fast Eddie WRC

4th July 2015, 15:34

Nice track view !

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CJDvuLmUcAAT_Aq.jpg:large

tbtstt

4th July 2015, 17:48

It looks THey just had a little fun competition between drivers and the tv guys playing this game
Lydden Hill and Estering were announced today. They will appear in the next DIRT game
Where have you read about the Estering? They revealed Holjes on Thursday and Lydden Hill yesterday. I believe that Hell (Norway) was confirmed yesterday or today as well?

I was fortunate enough to be able to visit Codemasters late last year and have a go on the Lydden circuit: they have really nailed it, I hope Holjes and any other circuit they include is as accurately represented in game.

Nice shots Fast Eddie WRC, are you there?

giu canbera

4th July 2015, 21:28

No, youre right tbststtstbt (whaaat?)
I meant to type HELL but wrote Estering. My bad!

Fast Eddie WRC

4th July 2015, 22:49

Where have you read about the Estering? They revealed Holjes on Thursday and Lydden Hill yesterday. I believe that Hell (Norway) was confirmed yesterday or today as well?

I was fortunate enough to be able to visit Codemasters late last year and have a go on the Lydden circuit: they have really nailed it, I hope Holjes and any other circuit they include is as accurately represented in game.

Nice shots Fast Eddie WRC, are you there?

No, just liked seeing some new cars in action and that view.

Another pic I just found of Doran today... :eek:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CJGSHhjXAAIwqit.jpg:large

Should be some great action tomorrow ! :cool:

Heat results: http://www.fiaworldrallycross.com/result/swe/2015

Fast Eddie WRC

4th July 2015, 22:57

Thats Nicolas Gronholm, the son.

The Codemasters and DIRT (game) guys were talking about having RX cars and track on the next game's update and it about to happen. THey were in ENgland, Germany and now on Sweden with a "pre-pre-beta game" (haha) talking to the drivers, asking for more infos on how to make the cars more REAL (physics)
It looks THey just had a little fun competition between drivers and the tv guys playing this game
Lydden Hill and Estering were announced today. They will appear in the next DIRT game

Even the champ was trying DiRT Rally RX !

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CJFfsMQWwAA7NP4.jpg:large

I think I'll wait until DiRT Rally is fully complete (& includes RX) before buying, should be fantastic then. :)

N.O.T

5th July 2015, 01:26

these useless nobodies who run the promotion of RallyX should realise that prior to each event they should have CLEARLY on their web page when each heat/final/semifinal is run on sunday and saturday so people can actually tune in at the appropriate time....

does anyone know when the semis/final are tomorrow ?? because those losers who design the web site focus more on making look good for 17 year olds rather than provide useful information.

Fast Eddie WRC

5th July 2015, 13:35

Day 1 action summary: https://youtu.be/scAI8X8EYCw

Solberg has won H3 today.

Fast Eddie WRC

5th July 2015, 15:41

Live stream: http://www.fiaworldrallycross.com/livestream

Last heats then SF & Final . :)

Fast Eddie WRC

5th July 2015, 15:45

Solberg leads after 4 Heats. Niclas Gronholm 17th http://www.fiaworldrallycross.com/result/swe/2015

tbtstt

5th July 2015, 16:18

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CJGSHhjXAAIwqit.jpg:large
If you like that shot you should like this one...

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/387/19404829622_8a5dd8c2d7_b.jpg

Fast Eddie WRC

6th July 2015, 00:17

Thats why they call it the Magic Weekend !

Truly fantastic races and genuine excitement today at Holjes.

And the DiRT guys were there to see it.. they will have a winner if they can replicate that. :)

janvanvurpa

6th July 2015, 00:37

Live stream: http://www.fiaworldrallycross.com/livestream

Last heats then SF & Final . :)

Watched a bit of that.. what a world of difference between rallycross and that whatever it is with driving around in parking lots they do in that Globular Wawwy Closs made for TV crap....

Seriously that was showing some driving--I saw suspension move, an interesting layout---and the cars had room to zoom and you could see it... imagine that!!!???

I cannot fathom what interest there is is the parking lot stuff from viewers or 'fans" and the arrogance of the shameless morons who try and fob it off as connected to rallycross like this.

MrJan

6th July 2015, 14:07

I think I'll wait until DiRT Rally is fully complete (& includes RX) before buying, should be fantastic then. :)

If you've got a PC that runs it then you may as well buy it now, it's only going to get more expensive. The updates are staggered but once you've bought it then you get them all as soon as they're released anyway. The German stages that were released last week are amazing fun, really satisfying. Think that they may have all the circuits eventually seeing as it's an 'official' game of the World RX series, they certainly have a lot of the different driver/car liveries judging by the clips that I've seen so far

Good action at Holjes yesterday and I wasn't too surprised to see Timmy have the win taken away from him. Plenty of people are complaining about it but there needs to be boundaries, and passing with only 1 wheel on the tarmac and with plenty of contact is probably just over the line. He also seemed to make up a lot of time in the waved yellow zone, I know that rallycross has a slightly different approach to circuit racing but looked to me like Timmy was flat out.

Edit: BTW, fully agree with NOT about the detail on schedule, the website in general needs to be revised to give information in a better and cleaner way.

tbtstt

6th July 2015, 14:26

If you've got a PC that runs it then you may as well buy it now, it's only going to get more expensive. The updates are staggered but once you've bought it then you get them all as soon as they're released anyway. The German stages that were released last week are amazing fun, really satisfying. Think that they may have all the circuits eventually seeing as it's an 'official' game of the World RX series, they certainly have a lot of the different driver/car liveries judging by the clips that I've seen so far
From that first video I can see the following:

Petter Solberg - SDRX Citroen DS3 4x4 T16
Reinis Nitiss - OMSE Ford Fiesta 4x4 T16
Andreas Bakkerud - OMSE Ford Fiesta 4x4 T16
Timur Timerzyanov - OMSE Ford Fiesta 4x4 T16
Manfred Stohl - Stohl Racing Ford Fiesta 4x4 T16
Max Pucher - Stohl Racing Ford Fiesta 4x4 T16
Knut Ove Borseth? - Ford Fiesta 4x4 T16

Looking at the names in the corner of the screen during the race clips I can see Grosset-Janin, Linnerud and Veiby. That would also imply the following:

Tord Linnerud - Kristoffersson Motorsport Volkswagen Polo 4x4 T16
Ole-Christian Veiby - Kristoffersson Motorsport Volkswagen Polo 4x4 T16
Jerome Grosset-Janin - Albatec Racing Peugeot 208 4x4 T16

The only thing that is a bit strange is that, at the 0:11 mark in the video, he hits the car in front (which I'm certain is the DS3 of Solberg). Looking at the drivers names in the top left "P. One" is fifth, so the car shown in fourth position should be Petter Solberg, but it appears to be Linnerud?

Good action at Holjes yesterday and I wasn't too surprised to see Timmy have the win taken away from him. Plenty of people are complaining about it but there needs to be boundaries, and passing with only 1 wheel on the tarmac and with plenty of contact is probably just over the line. He also seemed to make up a lot of time in the waved yellow zone, I know that rallycross has a slightly different approach to circuit racing but looked to me like Timmy was flat out.
I can't remember the specifics off the top of my head, but there is a rule with regards to number of wheels in contact with tarmac. Sure it was Timmy who was penalized for circuit cutting last year as well?

MrJan

8th July 2015, 21:17

The only thing that is a bit strange is that, at the 0:11 mark in the video, he hits the car in front (which I'm certain is the DS3 of Solberg). Looking at the drivers names in the top left "P. One" is fifth, so the car shown in fourth position should be Petter Solberg, but it appears to be Linnerud?

It may be that the drivers aren't locked to a specific car, so they won't necessarily tie up. As the video is of the pre-early access development I suspect that will change. Also as they've already got cars from Peugeot, Ford, Audi etc. in the game I'd hope that they continue that through, although I guess it all depends on what the manufacturers say. As the Pikes Peak Quattro and GrpB cars are only available in the works livery I do wonder if Audi are strict on what they let into computer games, in which case we may not have EKSRX or the A3s :(

tbtstt

9th July 2015, 09:40

Also as they've already got cars from Peugeot, Ford, Audi etc. in the game I'd hope that they continue that through, although I guess it all depends on what the manufacturers say. As the Pikes Peak Quattro and GrpB cars are only available in the works livery I do wonder if Audi are strict on what they let into computer games, in which case we may not have EKSRX or the A3s :(
Yeah, I know the car lists in DiRT games have suffered in the past due to licensing difficulties, but fingers crossed they can get them sorted here. Having a major Championship like the World Rallycross on side will surely help Codemasters.

The EKSRX cars are sponsored by Audi, so hopefully that's enough incentive for those to be included. They are such great looking cars it would be brilliant to see them in game.

TheFlyingTuga

9th July 2015, 15:20

Today they shown a video anuncing the official partnership with WorldRX and in this video you can see both Albatec and Hansen Pugsies! Still a long way to be a real sim, at least at same areas, but nice game that codies put together. Very well done, and WorldRX will be the top of the cake :)

Nazar Swan

9th July 2015, 15:22

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DtOeFfS7gag

Arnold Triyudho Wardono

14th July 2015, 00:02

It may be that the drivers aren't locked to a specific car, so they won't necessarily tie up. As the video is of the pre-early access development I suspect that will change. Also as they've already got cars from Peugeot, Ford, Audi etc. in the game I'd hope that they continue that through, although I guess it all depends on what the manufacturers say. As the Pikes Peak Quattro and GrpB cars are only available in the works livery I do wonder if Audi are strict on what they let into computer games, in which case we may not have EKSRX or the A3s :(

I afraid if EKSRX would appear in NFS instead of Dirt Rally (Speedhunters)...

I'd like to see M-Sport Fiesta RX in RX pack (no Ken Block, obviously)

garais22

16th July 2015, 21:45

What a news!!! Latvia added to 2016 World RX calendar!!!

http://www.go4speed.lv/lv/news/rallijkross/4789-oficiali-latvija-norisinasies-pasaules-rallijkrosa-cempionata-posms/

Pictures: http://www.go4speed.lv/lv/photo/rallijkross/1020-latvija-notiks-pasaules-rallijkrosa-cempionata-posms/

giu canbera

1st August 2015, 18:40

So... there is this BMW Series 1 racing in Scandinavian RX.... I think it looks awesome haha
I'm searching to know if it is a "factory supported" car just like OMSE-Ford, Hansen-Peugeot, Ekstrom-Audi... or not
https://instagram.com/p/51z6Nowq50/

Fast Eddie WRC

3rd August 2015, 22:08

World RX is now available on DiRT rally !

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CLgOnXqXAAA0UQ2.jpg:large

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oMGFwsfRGgY&sns=em

Fast Eddie WRC

8th August 2015, 22:30

RX Canada LIVE tonight on Eurosport and live stream here: http://www.fiaworldrallycross.com/livestream

Heats: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2FATAvoLV4

Fast Eddie WRC

8th August 2015, 22:56

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CL6iGhOWIAE1IUX.jpg:large

Fast Eddie WRC

9th August 2015, 01:48

Great win for Jeanney but Solberg didn't even make the final after carnage in semi final 1.

Fast Eddie WRC

14th August 2015, 13:36

Wilks returns to World RX action with JRM Racing !!!! :D

Britain’s Guy Wilks will make a return to FIA World Rallycross Championship action next month when he drives a JRM Racing MINI RX Supercar at Lohéac in France (4-6 September).

The 34-year-old made his World RX debut with the JRM squad at the British round of the series at Lydden Hill in May. Although it was his first taste of rallycross competition, the two-time British Rally Champion qualified for the event final – a feat that delighted the British rallycross fans and highlighted the potential of the 1.6-litre MINI RX in only its second-ever World RX event.

Wilks is keen to show his World RX capabilities again and has chosen Lohéac – arguably the most popular event on the World RX calendar – as the race where he plans to build on his Lydden Hill success.

His MINI RX Supercar will once again carry a distinctive yellow KNE (Karting North East) livery – promoting Wilks’ successful outdoor motor and adrenaline sports and corporate event arena in the North East of England.

“I’m hugely excited to be back on the World RX grid at Lohéac,” Wilks said. “Lydden was a bit of a trip into the unknown but reaching the final was fantastic and that’s given me confidence heading to France.

“I’m a lot more comfortable in my own ability when it comes to driving in rallycross and understanding the race craft that’s required to be successful. I’m a lot less apprehensive this time around and that feels good.”

Wilks, who will be team-mate to Frenchman Guerlain Chicherit at Lohéac, is looking forward to reacquainting himself with the MINI RX Supercar and believes he will be able to put his improved understanding of the car to good use next month.

“Lydden showed me what the car’s capable of and, with JRM having continued its learning at the recent World RX event in Canada, I’m hoping there will be another performance step that we can take advantage of in France,” he explained. “Lohéac is a unique event that brings a particularly strong field of cars. If I can qualify for the final again I’ll be over the moon.”

JRM Racing team principal, James Rumsey, said: “Guy and our MINI RX were the talk of the World RX paddock after the result at Lydden Hill, so we’re all looking forward to getting him back in the car for a second event and seeing what we can do in France.

“Lohéac is an event that traditionally attracts a lot of high calibre entries so we’re under no illusions how tough the weekend will be. But Guy’s previous experience with us and the car should put him in a good position and allow him to be competitive again.”

Wilks is scheduled to fine-tune his racing skills and strengthen the understanding he has with his World RX spotter, Jamie Muir, in the run up to Lohéac by hosting the software engineer’s stag party group at his KNE venue.

Wilks has agreed to race against Muir and 30 other drivers in a specially-arranged kart race. “It’s going to be busy on track and just as fierce as a World RX semi final, but it will be great fun,” Wilks added.

Sulland

16th August 2015, 13:42

Anyone that knows why JRM does not upgrade to a 2,0 engine like the rest of the field has?
They loose too much on the powerside to be all the way up, fighting for podiums because of that.

Fast Eddie WRC

16th August 2015, 17:12

Anyone that knows why JRM does not upgrade to a 2,0 engine like the rest of the field has?
They loose too much on the powerside to be all the way up, fighting for podiums because of that.

We discussed this earlier and JRM have this view:

'The MINI RX is based on the MINI World Rally Car but with an upgraded engine, lightweight bodywork and other changes to make it competitive for rallycross.
The 1.6 litre turbo engine has been re-engineered to produce more than 450 bhp. This, combined with a ten per cent reduction in weight, means the performance of the MINI RX matches the 2.0 litre rallycross cars, while still maintaining the excellent driveability and handling it inherits from the WRC chassis.'

Arnold Triyudho Wardono

16th August 2015, 18:46

I hope the understeer problem would be solved.

MrJan

17th August 2015, 09:56

It's a good line, but the way the Minis were out dragged at Trois Rivieres clearly showed that they aren't equal.

I think that the under steer had been massively improved by the end of Lydden, hopefully Wilks will be able to remember where he left off and improve from there.

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tbtstt

17th August 2015, 12:52

Anyone that knows why JRM does not upgrade to a 2,0 engine like the rest of the field has?
They loose too much on the powerside to be all the way up, fighting for podiums because of that.
The whole chassis is designed around the 1.6L, upgrading to a 2.0L is going to require re-engineering of the whole car. It's something JRM are going to have to address before next year though, as the weight reduction for smaller engine cars will be removed from next years regulations.

I see that both JRM cars will be at Loheac, as will Guy Wilks. Wilks was brilliant at Lydden, hope he is competitive at Loheac.

British Championship round at Lydden in two weeks time, then France the weekend afterwards: I can't wait for the end of the month!

Fast Eddie WRC

22nd August 2015, 15:32

Nice view above the start line in Hell: :cool:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNAZfuvWgAAsM4n.jpg:large

giu canbera

24th August 2015, 18:54

what a crazy awesome race in HELL eh?! Awesome! My fav sport BY FAR

janvanvurpa

25th August 2015, 05:50

Nice view above the start line in Hell: :cool:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CNAZfuvWgAAsM4n.jpg:large

Viiitun look at such a beautiful setting..Beutiful summer weather--we know will change..So wonderful---and then i think of the absurd bulls**t done in parking lots in horrible places made by throwing 4-5 shovelful of sand in one corner of the parking lot..and they s**t all over the word "rallycross" by calling it like its the same as this..

Oh the huge manatee.

Viking

25th August 2015, 15:52

Gigi

https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=10152926331502471

giu canbera

25th August 2015, 16:46

Gigi Galli with a KIA RioRX!! This is awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Any infos if theres factory support / semi-support ?

If not, its cool that WorldRX have that "spec engine" avaliable for any privateer interested!

drive

27th August 2015, 15:26

found on facebook:

‪#‎F1‬ McLaren driver Jenson Button & BBC F1 commentator, David Coulthard made a visit to Lydden Hill – home to the British round of the FIA World Rallycross Championship presented by Monster Energy – as both drivers tested a pair of Supercars as part of a BBC F1 feature which will be aired later this year.
Button, whose father John competed in rallycross in the 1970s, spoke of an “unbelievable experience” as he took a trip down memory lane at the wheel of a 1974 VW Beetle – similar to the car that his late father John used to race in the British Rallycross Championship throughout the 1970s and ‘80s.
He later swapped to drive a JRM Racing prepared MINI RX Supercar while 13-time Grand Prix winner David Coulthard took to the track in the Citroen DS3 RX Supercar that Britain’s Liam Doran currently uses in World RX.
“[This] has been a mega experience and completely different to what I am used to,” grinned Button after jumping out of the JRM MINI. “You need a huge amount of skill to drive these cars – on your own it’s scary enough, never mind going up against another four or five other drivers!”
“World RX is an exciting championship and it’s great to see the sport growing again like it was in the eighties both in the British and on the world scene. Everybody racing in single-seaters or in circuit racing regards rallycross as very professional and a lot of fun,” he added.
The 2009 Formula 1 Champion also took a moment to reminisce about his childhood as Button spoke fondly of the time he spent as a child in the rallycross paddock: “I grew up with rallycross – I used to watch my dad racing back in the mid-eighties and I used to love hearing the car. I would not have become an F1 World Champion if it hadn’t been for my dad and the grassroots of rallycross – that was where I caught the motorsport bug. ”
“[It] has brought back some really nice memories but since then, I’ve also enjoyed watching World RX on TV. I remember seeing the footage from the Finnish round of the Championship last year and confirmed just how great it is in real life too,” mused Button.
Also in action was BBC F1 commentator Coulthard who is no stranger to World RX having gone head-to-head with Petter Solberg in a Marklund Motorsport Polo RX Supercar at last year’s Race of Champions.
“Rallycross is highly skilled, because the drivers have to deal with an ever-evolving mix of asphalt and gravel that changes from lap to lap. I have tremendous respect for rallycross drivers, because there are just so many more variables,” explained the Scotsman, who also attended last year’s Norwegian RX round.

Fast Eddie WRC

31st August 2015, 14:23

Lydden Hill live stream of todays British RX Rd7: http://livestream.com/accounts/1426300/events/4293978

giu canbera

5th September 2015, 04:58

Extreme RallyCross series (the new one from Australia!!) is being livestreamed LIVE here http://motorsportstv.com.au/livestream/view/https:.mtv..mtv.livestream.com.mtv.itvl.mtv.events .mtv.4302715
You can go back the bar and watch the first heats

Its just a first race.. theres still weird things going on like a race between a RX Lites car, a Mitsu EVO and this... trophy truck Jr. from Suzuki (????), and RallyCross Swift class and SUPER MOTO!! (GREAT FIT to the event IMO).. but this is how things start, right?

The 2nd round of the also new Argentina's RX series is happening tomorrow too.
Heres the round 1 supercar's final. Pretty exciting. ALready more RX than Global RallyCross hehe
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LqVi1H0HB7E