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2027 WRC technical regulation changes

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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. ~~Additionally, WRT Rally1 Spain,~~ Project Rally One has since presented a ~~project supported by RMC Motorsport and~~ prototype of its new generation WRC27 car, which is built on Rally2 technology. Team principal Lionel Hansen indicated the ~~Spanish federation RFEDA, has announced intentions~~ team aims to compete ~~with a mid-season debut~~ in at least 10 rallies across the ~~Rally Croatia in April 2027. The team plans to develop its own engine based on a Group A homologated production unit. Veteran Spanish driver Dani Sordo has been appointed as~~ WRC and the ~~development driver~~ Belgian Rally Championship. To prepare for ~~this project. Team principal Roberto Mendez stated that~~ a January 2027 debut in Monte Carlo, the ~~car’s body design~~ team is ~~currently underway,~~ conducting extensive testing, including asphalt tests in France. Potential driver candidates include French asphalt specialist Stephane Lefebvre and European champion Teemu Suninen, with ~~a goal~~ Suninen expected to ~~present~~ join gravel development testing in October. The team intends to complete the ~~completed model within a month.~~ car’s homologation process by November 1.

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