Novikov on Citroen in Spain (official)
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Novikov on Citroen in Spain (official)
Very nice decision !!!
but on the other hand its sad to see one less sponsor for slowson...
Well, I am hoping that stronger tyres loose even some more grip and driving will be even more spectacular (you just posted Juho testing with control tyres - and it looked much, much more spectacular than with normal tyres). At the same time it is bit more safer also.. cornering speed is going to decrease.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mirek
Usually they run a hard compound anyhow, so the wear is minimal anyhow in comparison to softs. Each gravel rally has had one choice of tyre each rally I think.
If you have 3 legs, with one service break in each to change tyres that is 5 x 6 = 30. Add on Shakedown, its 35. ARC itself only allows 16 tyres maximum for a rally of 2 days, so it isn't that restrictive. They can still get away with running 50 odd kilometres on each set of tyres, and even rotate further with spares to get better wear. It's just going to make drivers a little more strategic and encourage tyre manufacturers to think about the build strength of the tyre to minimise punctures.
At least we will get to see how the Citroen's safety features with the Ford now
According to the article copied below; Haydon Paddon will be working with Ken Block as part of his gravel crew. I am not sure if this mean he gets to drive the Fiesta at all but its nice to see he is getting some interest from the big boys.
Q & A with Ken Block - WRC news - AUTOSPORT.com
Good to see, I expect a bright future for Paddon!Quote:
Originally Posted by Plan9
Atkinson is busy at Rally Hokkaido.Quote:
Originally Posted by Plan9
The lads got talent and he seems to have a fair bit of support from New Zealand.
Maybe he would be a good candidate for a seat at VW? Possibly have an experienced team leader and a series of guest divers suited to specific events for VW's first year.
Paddon would be goon in events like Rally Oz, NZ and Wales.