PARC FERMÉ ⟩ WRC in uncertainty: where have the allowed new teams gone?
The latest "Parc Fermé" rally show discusses the lack of new manufacturers in WRC and previews the upcoming Finnish championship event.
Time to return to WRC? Rovanperä was the slowest in the Japanese formula series
Kalle Rovanperä, the two-time World Rally Champion, is preparing for the Japanese Super Formula season, having recorded the slowest time during an official test session.
Robert Virves got a world champion teammate
Robert Virves will be racing alongside world champion Andreas Mikkelsen in the upcoming Kenya WRC event.
Will there ever come a day when the Hyundai WRC team rises from the ashes?
The article discusses the current performance of the Hyundai WRC team in relation to the Toyota rally team, highlighting concerns about Hyundai's competitiveness and reliance on future regulatory changes.
PHOTO ⟩ The new team of the WRC series unveiled the first photo of the new car
Project Rally One has revealed the first image of its new rally car, preparing to join the WRC series in 2027.
Revelation about a new team in the World Rally Championship – photo released
A new team, Project Rally One, is set to enter the World Rally Championship in 2027, with details about their car now unveiled.
Mexican Miguel Granados finishes fourth in the WRC Rally of Sweden 2026
Mexican driver Miguel Granados secured a fourth-place finish in the WRC Masters Cup at the 2026 Rally of Sweden amidst challenging snowy conditions.
CLOSED PARK ⟩ Are we ringing the death knell for WRC or living in hope that Hyundai will rise from the ashes?
The Postimees rally show "Parc Fermé" discussed the recent events of the Sweden WRC rally and whether Hyundai's struggles signal the end for competitive rallying.
POWERSTAGE ⟩ Gustav Kruuda talks about the challenges of WRC tire manufacturer Hankook
The article discusses the challenges faced by WRC tire manufacturer Hankook, as articulated by Gustav Kruuda, following the success of Elfyn Evans and Scott Martin at the Swedish Rally.
Ott Tänak helps a Toyota WRC driver this year: I am a big fan of him
Ott Tänak, the 2019 World Rally Champion, has announced his support for Toyota driver Takamoto Katsuta during the new WRC season, despite taking a break from his own racing career.
Jürgenson: the speed is there, but we need to show it throughout the rally
Estonian driver Romet Jürgenson expresses optimism about his speed at the World Rally Championship but acknowledges the need for consistency during the events.
Neuville Swears by Hyundai's Depth: I Don't Know What to Do
Thierry Neuville expresses frustration over Hyundai's performance after the previous WRC season, indicating a sense of continued decline.
Katsuta, who was chasing his first WRC victory: I wouldn't have gotten it here anyway
Takamoto Katsuta finished second at the Swedish Rally, still unable to claim his first WRC victory due to tire issues and strong competition from Elfyn Evans.
Sesks marks a win in a speed stage at the unsuccessful Sweden rally; Evans triumphs in WRC stage
Latvian driver Sesks experienced a challenging Sweden rally, overcoming tire issues to secure a stage win, while the team's overall performance placed them 35th.
Evans Triumphs at the Sweden Rally
Elfyn Evans and his co-driver Scott Martin secured victory at the Sweden Rally, placing them at the top of the WRC standings.
Jürgenson left without points in Sweden: next time we will come back stronger
Estonian rally pair Romet Jürgenson and Siim Oja secured 14th place in the WRC2 category at the World Rally Championship in Sweden after an earlier sixth place was compromised by a collision with a tree.
Sesks finishes in the top ten on the last day of the Swedish rally stages
Latvian rally driver Mārtiņš Sesks achieved a top ten finish during the final stages of the World Rally Championship in Sweden despite earlier tire issues.
Solberg, who missed the podium in Sweden rally: I am very disappointed
Oliver Solberg, a 24-year-old Swedish rally driver, expressed deep disappointment after failing to finish in the top three at the Sweden Rally despite being the series leader.
Finnish Celebrate at the Swedish World Rally - Pajari Third, Triple Victory in WRC2 Class
Finnish driver Sami Pajari achieved a third-place finish at the Swedish World Rally, marking his second career podium in the WRC series.
Evans at the forefront of Toyota's fourfold victory at the Swedish Rally
Elfyn Evans secured first place at the Swedish Rally, leading Toyota to a fourfold victory in the WRC.
EK16: Sami Pajari in a top position
The Swedish World Rally Championship features Toyota dominating the top four spots, with Elfyn Evans leading the race.
In Sweden, the final day begins under Evans' leadership
Elfyn Evans leads the final day of the World Rally Championship event in Sweden, ahead of his teammates and local drivers.
Sesks Wins One Stage of the Rally in Sweden
Latvian rally driver Mārtiņš Sesks, along with co-driver Renārs Francis, won one stage but faced challenges in others during the World Rally Championship in Sweden.
Sesks Wins One Stage on the Second Day of the WRC in Sweden
Latvian rally driver Mārtiņš Sesks secured a stage win in the World Rally Championship in Sweden despite facing mechanical issues earlier in the competition.
Finnish Driver Ends Participation in Swedish WRC Rally
Mikko Heikkilä has announced that he will not complete the Swedish WRC rally after getting stuck in a snowbank during the first special stage.
Sesks Faces Tire Issues and Withdrawal in Sweden's WRC Rally Due to Team Mistakes
Latvian driver Sesks experienced multiple tire blowouts due to team mistakes during the first stages of the WRC rally in Sweden, leading to his withdrawal from the race.
Katsuta Leads After Day at Swedish Rally
Takamoto Katsuta emerged as the leader after the first day of the Swedish World Rally Championship, ahead of his teammates Elfyn Evans and Sami Pajari.
Evans leads in Sweden, Solberg went off into the ditch
Elfyn Evans maintains his lead in the second round of the World Rally Championship in Sweden, while Oliver Solberg faces difficulties after going off-track twice.
Sami Pajari third in the Swedish rally - Teemu Suninen and Janni Hussi in great speed
Finnish driver Sami Pajari currently holds third place in the Sweden World Rally Championship, trailing the leader by 23.3 seconds, while Teemu Suninen and co-driver Janni Hussi are also performing strongly in the rally.
Sesks modestly starts the second stage of the WRC season
Latvian rally driver Mārtiņš Sesks finished ninth in the first stage of the second round of the World Rally Championship in Sweden.
Neuville was the fastest in the Sweden Rally test run, Jürgenson was sixth in his class
Thierry Neuville recorded the fastest time in the Sweden Rally test stage, while his teammate Adrien Fourmaux and Finnish driver Esapekka Lappi followed closely behind.
Esapekka Lappi startled - Car in the snowbank during shakedown
Esapekka Lappi faced a minor setback in the shakedown for the upcoming WRC event, as he unintentionally drove his car into a snowbank but managed to recover quickly.
Sesks Begins World Rally Championship in Sweden: Aiming to Continue the Speed Shown at the End of Last Season
Latvian driver Sesks debuts in the World Rally Championship in Sweden, looking to build on the performance from the previous season.
Revelation about Jari-Matti Latvala - 'I can confirm'
Jari-Matti Latvala, the team principal of Toyota's WRC team, discusses his involvement in upcoming rally events in the 2023 season.
Sesks Starts WRC Season with the Sweden Rally
Latvian rally driver Mārtiņš Sesks is set to participate in the second stage of the World Rally Championship in Sweden.
Miguel Granados ready for the 2026 Sweden Rally in the WRC
Mexican driver Miguel Granados is set to compete in the 2026 World Rally Championship in Sweden alongside his navigator Marc Martí.
PARC FERMÉ ⟩ Toyotas share first place in Sweden, Hyundai has a joker to use
The Postimees rally show 'Parc Fermé' previews the upcoming World Rally Championship in Sweden, highlighting key competitors and strategies.
Esapekka Lappi withheld information from Enni Mälkänen
Esapekka Lappi is set to return to the World Rally Championship in Sweden this February after previously considering his racing career over.
After success in Monte Carlo, Oliver Solberg prepares for the Swedish Rally – but concerns about starting position
Oliver Solberg expresses excitement for the Swedish Rally, citing concerns about his starting position due to winter road conditions after a recent victory in Monte Carlo.
While reading messages from his friends, Jonne Halttunen realized how his life has changed
Jonne Halttunen reflects on the end of his rallying career after experiencing a strong sense of loss while reading friends' messages about an upcoming race.
Esapekka Lappi: Enni Mälkönen is an important reason for eating my words
Esapekka Lappi, initially reluctant to return to the World Rally Championship, finds himself at the starting line in Sweden after a surprising turn of events.
Hyundai WRC Team Boss Makes Surprising Statement
Andrew Wheatley, the sports director of the Hyundai rally team, believes that while the Monte Carlo rally favored Toyota, Hyundai has a chance to excel in Sweden.
Finnish rally star returns to WRC series at Sweden rally
Two-time WRC stage winner Esapekka Lappi will return to the World Rally Championship at the upcoming Sweden rally driving for Hyundai.
POWERSTAGE: Preview of Sweden and Interview with Romet Jürgenson
The WRC season continues in Sweden with the only winter rally, where discussions include the event's history, favorites, and insights from racer Romet Jürgenson before the first WRC2 point race.
Robert Virves starts the WRC season in Kenya. "Stability is the most important."
Robert Virves and co-driver Jakko Viilo will compete in the WRC2 class this year, starting their season at the challenging rally in Kenya, with a schedule of at least eight events ahead.
Kalle Rovanperä's co-driver became a victim of a comical mix-up - "Everyone called me Jorma after that"
Kalle Rovanperä's co-driver Jonne Halttunen starts his own racing team, Jorma J Motorsport, following a humorous incident during the Croatia World Rally Championship two years ago.
Finland WRC Rally announces sad news
The Finland WRC Rally has revealed its route for this year's competition, omitting the fast Ouninpohja stage but introducing three new stages instead.
The invention of teleportation would be a huge advantage for the Finnish World Rally Championship
The absence of the iconic Ouninpohja stage in this year's Finnish World Rally Championship route has raised questions among rally fans.
Estonian rally talent Jaspar Vaher: I could be ready for WRC rallies in the second half of the year
18-year-old rally driver Jaspar Vaher from Lääne-Virumaa aims to compete in WRC rallies later this year after being selected for Toyota's youth program, despite undergoing a serious crash.
Controversial decision in Finland's WRC – Major favorite gone
This year's Finland WRC will not feature the famous Ouninpohja stage, marking a significant change as 66% of the special stages differ from last year's event according to competition director Kai Tarkiainen.