So, in the end Lappi 19pts for 1st. Evans 24pts for 2nd. This is some weird evolution of rallying to gain viewers, but it’s not going to work.
It's a bit premature now, but with further evolution if WRC is a series of tests not a start to finish itinerary, and the rally winner is decided in a different way, it all could be a smart plan in the long run. I don't think this is seen as an end game by anybody.
But don't forget Kalle will do full seasons starting from next year. However, it's clever on their side to check their options for the future (past 2027), however with all due respect to Katsuta,...
As discussed in the TGR Thread, some think that Toyota are close to a 'crisis point' with their full-time driver's this season. Evans and Katsuta just aren't cutting it.
Plus rally leading Ogier...
That sounds like a compelling argument.
But then how come many manufacturers still can and do sell small cars ?
These are just the best-sellers...
Toyota Yaris
Honda Jazz
Renault Clio...
Desafio Ruta 40 - classification after stage 3: T1 Ultimate Cars: 1. SAU Yazeed Al-Rajhi (Toyota), 11:21' 2. QAT Nasser Al-Attiyah (Prodrive), + 2' 3. BRA Lucas Moraes (Toyota). + 9' 4. ARG...
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