I followed the discussion on the 2018 Rally GB route here, but did not have a chance to read the actual Autosport article until now and has got to say I am firmly with the organisers here – what a missed opportunity it would be, if FIA does not agree to something along those lines. I think it would be a fantastic challenge for the drivers, who would presumably have to tackle it on used gravel tyres and obviously gravel suspension – I would absolutely relish the sight of full gravel spec cars on tarmac, which would remind me of what rallying used to be when I started following it more than 35 years ago. It will once again sort the men from the boys just as the night stages last year. And it will be worth the additional bonus points
Also, I see nothing wrong with bringing the sport to the people – once again, when rallying was the real deal, it didn’t just stay in the forest, it went everywhere, including towns, so when it is finally allowed to do so in the UK and the organisers want to maximise on this opportunity by doing it using the power stage, I think they should be applauded, not booed .
I vote “for”!