The Latest Breaking News from Andrew Wheatley

Analysis: What to expect from the FIA as WRC future decision looms

On Wednesday, the FIA is set to reveal a concept that will form the WRC's future direction, with the focus being on the top category. The Rally1 hybrid class, launched in 2022, has come under scrutiny having struggled to attract manufacturers, while entries have dropped below 10 cars this season.

Autosport · Feb 26, 2024

Ogier calls for WRC Rally1 windscreen fogging solution

Misted-up windscreens were a hot topic last Friday as extreme wet weather hit the stages. The issue afflicted the prototype spaceframe-built Rally1 cars much more severely than Rally2 machines derived from production-based models.   

Autosport · Nov 22, 2023

FIA: 80% of WRC Rally1 car to carry over for 2027 regulations

The FIA has been developing the next set of WRC regulations over the last two years since the launch of the Rally1 hybrid era last year.

Motorsport · Nov 14, 2023

Do full EVs have a future in rallying?

Rallying is heading towards a crossroads as the FIA ascertains the long-term method of propulsion that will ensure a prosperous and sustainable future for the discipline.

Autosport · May 17, 2023

WRC has identified three car manufacturer options for the future

The WRC has previously indicated that four manufacturer teams at the top level would be its ideal prospect for the championship moving forward.

Motorsport · May 2, 2023

FIA ready to "take every action" to improve WRC safety after Breen's death

The 33-year-old factory Hyundai WRC driver tragically died in a testing crash in preparation for Rally Croatia a fortnight ago.

Motorsport · Apr 25, 2023

FIA won’t hesitate if improvements to WRC safety can be made

The 33-year-old factory Hyundai WRC driver tragically died in a testing crash in preparation for Rally Croatia a fortnight ago.

Autosport · Apr 25, 2023

Rally heritage at stake if WRC UK bid fails again, says M-Sport boss

The United Kingdom risks “losing its rally history” if plans to bring the World Rally Championship back to the region fail again, according to M-Sport team principal Richard Millener.

Autosport · Feb 22, 2023

FIA content after first year of WRC Rally1 regulations

While Rally1 regulations are yet to attract a new manufacturer to the World Rally Championship, the FIA is content with the success of its introduction in 2022.

Autosport · Dec 28, 2022

FIA sets out timeline for WRC future regulations roadmap

The FIA intends to set out its roadmap for the World Rally Championship’s future regulations by the end of the year once consultations with manufacturers have been concluded.

Autosport · Jul 21, 2022