Sounds like a purely logistical decision in terms of transporting the cars, but there is also the issue of parts for the new Fabia RS which aren't available in good numbers.
I'm sure Skoda/Toksport know what's best for this tough event.
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Hybrid power more effective in Mexico than ever says Neuville....
https://www.autosport.com/wrc/news/n...alue%5D=276030
Electric battery cooling could be a problem at altitude though...
https://dirtfish.com/rally/wrc/an-en...rum-of-hybrid/
Route preview video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xqVFuf0MCXk
New Fabia RS' cars arrived safely in Mexico for Oliver and Gus...
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FrG_Luva...jpg&name=large
Test sessions have started in the fields of agave:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dl302OHD3nM
Dirtfish recce interviews https://youtu.be/J6jQCVQlLbY