Think so the colors are coming from the ADAC Stiftung Sport :)Quote:
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Think so the colors are coming from the ADAC Stiftung Sport :)Quote:
Originally Posted by pantealex
Interesting, I just wonder if the Polo WRC will not be fully ready for 2013 if they use the fabia as the basis for testing in official events. But I'm sure VW will have the money to make up the difference.
VW will just go for the whole season in 2013 without any plans for limited events in 2012 ? or they will have a limited program in in 2013 ??....of course its early and anything can change but what was the official announcement ??
full season starting 2013, extensive tests with Polo and a few WRC events with Skoda in 2012, also as you probably know all remaining 2011 events except Australia in a Skoda.Quote:
Originally Posted by N.O.T
Marcus Gronholm has been linked to VW now and according to Autosport he is interested despite saying a while back he didn't want to become another Michael Schumacher. I suppose it depends whether they are looking at him for lead driver or as a part timer and car developer...
How far is the VW 1600T WRC engine development come by date ?
Ask in Hannover.
Hi Mirek someone told me that group VAG gave grenn ligth to skoda to develop the next generation of Fabia a Regional Rally Car, or R4, something like that...a Car just behind WRC, do you know that? This Fabia will be running until 2013 and then the new car will begin...the things that we know...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=htbzHU3Z9qEQuote:
Originally Posted by pantealex
In the Finland test VW has some FIA logo on the bonnet.
Mikkelsen has FIA Academy sticker on bonnetQuote:
Originally Posted by alleskids
Lindroos has KYMPPIrakennus sticker on bonnet and Futursoft stickers in frontside, so 2 personal sponsors for him.
That Adac sticker is Riedemann's personal sticker
H Guys,
I have to say VW look very impressive in the service park considering they are running two S2000 cars!
Had a chat with the boss on Sunday and he hinted at some interesting developments.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4CqRS...el_video_title
They are here to win. End of. Simple.
There will be no half measures, rent-a-drivers, etc
Look at the Audi Sportscar effort - will be the same.
Lol at the Oversized cart championship on tv at the back....
but very nice to see them determined to succeed...lets hope this will push the ford headquarters to change to a preparation company with someone who cares about winning instead of 15-year plans of failures.
nice to see such determination from the start. hope that the will be able to really push Citroen when the come in 2013 and force Ford to raise their game
Nice work again Colin, interesting information from VW Motorsport. Good to see determination in their approach to world championship, looking forward to it.Quote:
Originally Posted by Voice of Rally
They have all these here in Jyväskylä Rally HQ (and maybe some more)
3x Scania + 18meter trailers
2x Crafter + car trailers
4x Multivan/Caravelle
2x Passat variant
2x Tiguan
2x Golf R reccecar
and those S2000 Skodas
That is way more than Hyundai/Seat/Skoda have in their WRC period.
Doesn't surprise me - a full commitment to their effort!! What I would have expected!!Quote:
Originally Posted by pantealex
interesting news from autosport. dows this mean that VW might not be commited to the WRC for long term? only 2013-2017? or maybe means use another brand for F1, bugatti maybe??
Volkswagen says it may consider joining Formula 1 in 2018 - F1 news - AUTOSPORT.com
Carlos Sainz and Mr. Nissen (I believe) were spectating at Ruuhimäki jumps this morning. Sadly didn't have chance to talk to them.
In iRally interview on YouTube VW hinted to TWO teams for 2013... One junior and one proper high end Works Team! 4 cars in total + probably privateers :) :)
Isn't the man in the middle FX Demaison?
http://www.ewrc.cz/images/2011/wrc/f...lindroos_1.jpg
Ah! Didn't see this post and didn't know Colin was in forum!! Welcome!Quote:
Originally Posted by Voice of Rally
FX is working for VW, so maybe.Quote:
Originally Posted by eppel
Yes and Carlos is the guy on the phone.Quote:
Originally Posted by eppel
Petter and Hanninen for team 1 and Tanak and a german for team 2 is my bet.
I would put Ott Tanak and Hans Weis Jr in the 2nd team
Tänak might be in a Ford by 2013 though...
If he is stupid enough he will go to ford and fund the 10 year plan of the moving disgrace. If he wants a future and not be a lap dog he should go to WV who at least have a vision about the sport....
Who says VW will not tank his career as well?Quote:
Originally Posted by N.O.T
With Wv is a risk...with ford is a sure failure.
What makes you so sure?Quote:
Originally Posted by N.O.T
results of the last 8 years is a good indication....
Can you see into the future?
the past is the best indicator for the future....
when you write N.O.T all i see is blah blah blah.
really ???? .... strange
do u know when first Polo testing begin ?
AFAIK they want to use purpose built bodyshell of new Polo-R but that hasn't yet been introduced. So either they built a car with different bodyshell or they will keep testing with Fabia.
Has VW said anything abut Mikkelsen's performance in Finland?
And what does the people on this forum mean?
Just one pet peeve of people on here that I'd like to point out. You are the "Voice of RallyING" saying that you're the voice of rally is like saying Martin Brundle is the voice of f1 race.Quote:
Originally Posted by Voice of Rally
I'd like to track down the person who decided to call rallying "rally" and give then a good slapping about.