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16th March 2015, 22:49
giu canbera

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)
18th March 2015, 17:23
Fast Eddie WRC

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CAYzPElWAAIdy8m.jpg
23rd March 2015, 12:16
tbtstt

Robin Larsson confirms full World Championship:

http://www.rallycrossrx.com/article/...pionship-entry

Brilliant news, Larsson was incredibly strong last year.
2nd April 2015, 15:30
tbtstt

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/articl...commits-to-fia
9th April 2015, 11:48
Fast Eddie WRC

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
9th April 2015, 12:06
tbtstt

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?...
9th April 2015, 14:01
MrJan

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.
9th April 2015, 15:13
tbtstt

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrJan

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.
9th April 2015, 19:01
jbmarcus21

Gronholm RX Finland Team is launched :)
http://planetemarcus.com/gronholm-rx-finland-team/
9th April 2015, 19:19
MrJan

Quote:

Originally Posted by tbtstt

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'
9th April 2015, 23:11
tbtstt

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrJan

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!).
9th April 2015, 23:21
Arnold Triyudho Wardono

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fast Eddie WRC

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)
13th April 2015, 10:42
Viking

Quote:

Originally Posted by tbtstt

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

https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.n...02271110_o.jpg
13th April 2015, 12:15
Viking

SDRX 2015

https://scontent-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hp...de&oe=55AF0AFC
13th April 2015, 12:26
tbtstt

Quote:

Originally Posted by Viking

SDRX 2015

https://scontent-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hp...de&oe=55AF0AFC

I'm unable to focus on any cars or drivers in this picture, not sure why... ;)
13th April 2015, 14:24
Rallyper

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Originally Posted by Viking

https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.n...02271110_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
M5

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

http://cdn.bmwblog.com/wp-content/up...97467033_o.jpg
13th April 2015, 17:41
Fast Eddie WRC

Münnich Motorsport 2015 FIA World Rallycross Championship Audi S3 RX Supercar

https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.n...3c852dedbe811f
13th April 2015, 17:42
Rallyper

Quote:

Originally Posted by M5

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

http://cdn.bmwblog.com/wp-content/up...97467033_o.jpg

WRC sticker on the door? ;)
13th April 2015, 17:44
Fast Eddie WRC

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

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

http://planetemarcus.com/wordpress/w...-2015/6554.jpg
13th April 2015, 17:52
tbtstt

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fast Eddie WRC

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.
13th April 2015, 17:53
Fast Eddie WRC

Marklund Polo 2015 :cool:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CCeg-BEW4AAFBj9.jpg:large
13th April 2015, 17:55
Fast Eddie WRC

Quote:

Originally Posted by tbtstt

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...
13th April 2015, 18:07
tbtstt

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fast Eddie WRC

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).
13th April 2015, 18:25
Nazar Swan

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fast Eddie WRC

Marklund Polo 2015 :cool:

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

many photos?
13th April 2015, 21:32
Munkvy

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fast Eddie WRC

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.
13th April 2015, 21:49
MJW

Quote:

Originally Posted by Munkvy

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.
13th April 2015, 22:13
Fast Eddie WRC

Quote:

Originally Posted by Munkvy

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.
13th April 2015, 23:00
Fast Eddie WRC

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.'
14th April 2015, 00:36
N.O.T

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...
14th April 2015, 01:10
stefanvv

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fast Eddie WRC

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

FIA doesn't work well obviously.
14th April 2015, 08:01
Arnold Triyudho Wardono

Quote:

Originally Posted by M5

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
14th April 2015, 15:28
garais22

PHOTO: Jānis Baumanis testing before new season http://www.go4speed.lv/lv/photo/rall...aumanis-testi/
14th April 2015, 19:21
MrJan

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fast Eddie WRC

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.
15th April 2015, 10:16
kolin

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrJan

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
15th April 2015, 17:39
Fast Eddie WRC

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrJan

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.
15th April 2015, 18:47
MrJan

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fast Eddie WRC

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.
16th April 2015, 17:39
Fast Eddie WRC

JRM MINI at media day ...

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CCt1_MJWAAE93j_.jpg:large
16th April 2015, 22:57
Micke_VOC

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.
17th April 2015, 00:17
Teardrop

Quote:

Originally Posted by Micke_VOC

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.

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