WRC mainclass from 2027

[Ferranis]

the horizon is rally2 end of homologation. around 2030 there will be need for new cars for all regional rally.

Future is hard to predict, but I already smell a homologation extension. 2030 is practically right around the corner

[WRCStan]

Future is hard to predict, but I already smell a homologation extension. 2030 is practically right around the corner

Without a doubt, but eligibility is a different conversation.

[Ferranis]

Without a doubt, but eligibility is a different conversation.

Indeed, they would want to phase out the Rally2 somehow, but how and when will be the big question

[wyler]

Future is hard to predict, but I already smell a homologation extension. 2030 is practically right around the corner

true, but that's the right time if someone thinks to take advantage of the new regs.

[deephouse]

As I said earlier. wRC27 have an equal chance of failing as succeding. The thing is that we will see. If the rules will be a hit, then sure they won't extend Rally2, but if it will fail, Rally2 cars will live on... Except if FIA will somehow kill both categories, which I wouldn't rule out completely regarding their reputation dealing with our beloved sport.

[SubaruNorway]

The more and more stuff i see being posted these days, i think WRC27 is the biggest corruption deal in the WRC

[focus206]

The more and more stuff i see being posted these days, i think WRC27 is the biggest corruption deal in the WRC

What do you mean?

[Fast Eddie WRC]

Seems Wheatley did speak (to Autohebdo) about the i20 Rally2 and development by their customer team.

https://rallyjournal.com/hyundai-lea...6jWFF6rZ1HhVOw

This could lead to them following the Skoda model.

"Under that model, Hyundai could concentrate on customer racing once the new regulations come into force, supplying cars to private teams and providing technical support without officially entering the championship as a manufacturer."

[rallyfiend]

Seems Wheatley did speak (to Autohebdo) about the i20 Rally2 and development by their customer team.

https://rallyjournal.com/hyundai-lea...6jWFF6rZ1HhVOw

This could lead to them following the Skoda model.

"Under that model, Hyundai could concentrate on customer racing once the new regulations come into force, supplying cars to private teams and providing technical support without officially entering the championship as a manufacturer."

Unlike in WRC2, I suspect if Hyundai doesn't enter as a manufacturer ('constructor') then their cars may not be eligible for whatever the 'top class' is called when they merge WRC27 and Rally2.....

[deephouse]

I think we are at this stage that nobody even cares if they stay or go. Oh right, tbey are not there yet 🙈