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2027 WRC technical regulation changes

Overview

The FIA has introduced new technical regulations for the 2027 World Rally Championship (WRC) to reduce costs and achieve parity with the Rally2 class. A central component is the Rally2 Kit, featuring upgrades like revised bumpers and larger rear wings. To reflect that independent operations can now purchase cars and compete, the FIA is transitioning its terminology from ‘manufacturers’ to ‘constructors’. While M-Sport has committed to the kit, interest from major manufacturers like Hyundai, Škoda, and Lancia remains low due to the requirement to enter at least two cars per event. Toyota is currently the only competitor developing an entirely new car. New constructors are emerging under the WRC27 framework. The RallyOne Project, led by Lionel Hansen and involving former FIA rally director Yves Matton, has officially been introduced in Hoei. Having already completed several hundred test kilometers, the team aims to enter two cars in the 95th edition of the Rallye Monte-Carlo. The initiative seeks to capture a rally spirit “reminiscent of the mid-1980s” while maintaining modern safety standards. Project Rally One has since presented a prototype of its new generation WRC27 car, which is built on Rally2 technology. Team principal Lionel Hansen indicated the team aims to compete in at least 10 rallies across the WRC and the Belgian Rally Championship. To prepare for a January 2027 debut in Monte Carlo, the team is conducting extensive testing, including asphalt tests in France. Potential driver candidates include French asphalt specialist Stephane Lefebvre and European champion Teemu Suninen, with Suninen expected to join gravel development testing in October. The team intends to complete the car’s homologation process by November 1.

Entities

Lionel Hansen · Project Rally One · Toyota · FIA · RMC Motorsport

Timeline

  1. 6 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Project Rally One prepares for WRC debut with new technical regulations

    Belgian team Project Rally One is developing WRC27 cars for a 2027 debut, with Teemu Suninen and Stephane Lefebvre identified as potential drivers for the upcoming season.

  2. 13 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Project Rally One unveils plans for WRC car development

    Project Rally One has unveiled its plans to develop a private WRC car, aiming to enter two vehicles in the upcoming 95th Rallye Monte-Carlo.

  3. 25 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    WRT Rally1 Spain recruits Dani Sordo for WRC27 development

    Veteran driver Dani Sordo will lead the development of the new WRT Rally1 Spain WRC27 car, a project by RMC Motorsport aiming for a 2025 debut.

  4. 29 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    New constructors prepare for WRC27 championship debut

    New constructors Project Rally One and WRT Rally1 Spain are preparing to enter the WRC27 championship, testing new vehicles and engine programs for a 2027 debut.

  5. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    RallyOne Project targets 2027 WRC debut in Monte Carlo

    RallyOne Project aims to debut in the 2027 WRC under new WRC27 regulations, targeting a Monte Carlo Rally entry following extensive testing in France this autumn.

  6. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    FIA introduces 2027 WRC regulations and Rally2 Kit

    The FIA is introducing 2027 WRC regulations and a Rally2 Kit to reduce costs, but manufacturer interest remains low, with only M-Sport committed to the new development.

Sources

adrenalinemotorsport.pl · autogear.pt · autosportwereld.be · dirtfish.com · es.motorsport.com · news.sportauto.fr · rallit.fi · rallyandrace.pl · rallyssimo.it · sportacentrs.com · sportti.com

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