[ERC] 31. Int. Janner Rallye 2014 (03.-05.01.2014):

[PLuto]

In the regional newspaper "Oberösterreichische Nachrichten" it was written, that Hirvonen could start in a course car. Does anybody know something more about this rumour?

Maybe as gravel crew for Robert?

[wwbroe]

In the regional newspaper "Oberösterreichische Nachrichten" it was written, that Hirvonen could start in a course car. Does anybody know something more about this rumour?

Maybe as gravel crew for Robert?

Good idea, i am sure he can be of any use to help Robert

[Raven]

I meant the Drivers, not just the drivers

All of them are faster drivers than you

Maybe, but sometimes watching them makes me wonder if it is really true
For sure it's not exciting to see their trials to be fast

I'm the type of spectator that enjoys quality, not quantity. Unfortunately quality and quantity are very rare seen together in modern rallying.

[Mirek]

In the regional newspaper "Oberösterreichische Nachrichten" it was written, that Hirvonen could start in a course car. Does anybody know something more about this rumour?

I read also that Pirelli might have no ERC tyres ready which can cause problem for Bamuschlager and others.

[WUff1]

Article about tyre regulation in austrian media - from Michelin:

http://www.motorline.cc/rallye/2013/Div ... 84225.html

[PLuto]

Article about tyre regulation in austrian media - from Michelin:

http://www.motorline.cc/rallye/2013/Div ... 84225.html

I dont understand the german correctly (also after using translator), but all cars in ERC field must use NEW specification of tyres for tarmac (which is valid from 1.5.2013), actually there is no exception for use older tyres (like was waiver for Pirelli and Yokohama in second half of previous year). And it is not only for 18" tyres, but for all cars (also smaller).

To use snow tyres, it shouldnt be homologated, but must fill the regulations prescribed in regulations/bulletin.

[WUff1]

Yes, that´s what is written in the arcticle. So that´s a problem for Baumschlager, because Jänner is his only international appearance.

[WUff1]

Simon Wagner not starting because of his heavy accident at Rallye Waldviertel (too much costs):
http://www.motorline.cc/rallye/em/2014/ ... 84361.html

[liposh]

...And what is the situation with Yokohama tyres right now?

[Mirek]

I have no idea about other tyres but their 18" asphalt ERC tyres have been in use since Sanremo.