Fair point. And maybe M-Sport and Toyota would just build the new cars to sell or hire to any individual or team who wants one. No more Manufacturer team entries.
Ok then, good to verify your take on things. Best to leave it there.
Don't forget this car also replaces Rally2 until 2037, that market is huge so there are other incentives.
Hyundai will agree if they can keep to use rally1 cars... while Ford and Toyota must use rally2 cars..
Toyota's Tom Fowler has his say and seems to confirm Toyota will be in 2027 with an official team car entry. https://dirtfish.com/rally/wrc/why-wrc-2027-is-a-golden-opportunity-for-privateers/
WRC mainclass from 2027