Title: FIA’s Bold Moves Shake Up World Rally Championship’s Future

Meta Description: Discover the latest in World Rally Championship (WRC) as FIA plans major changes, including a restructured rally pyramid and Hyundai’s uncertain future.

FIA’s Bold Moves Shake Up World Rally Championship’s Future

In a series of announcements that have sent shockwaves through the motorsport world, the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) has outlined significant changes for the World Rally Championship (WRC). These moves, set to take effect in 2027, promise a restructured rally pyramid and a potential upheaval in team participation.

Rally Pyramid Redesign: A New Era for WRC

The FIA has revealed plans to redesign the rally pyramid, aiming to create a more sustainable and affordable pathway for teams to participate in WRC. Speaking at a recent commission meeting, an FIA representative stated:

“We want to make rallying more attractive and accessible to a wider range of competitors. The new pyramid will allow teams to progressively build their budgets and reach the top tier of WRC,” said the representative.

Hyundai’s Ominous Threat: A One-Marque Future?

However, these proposed changes have been met with concern from some teams. Hyundai Motorsport has issued an ultimatum, threatening to exit WRC if the 2027 regulations do not meet their requirements.

“We have to consider all options, including leaving the championship,” said Andrea Adamo, Hyundai Motorsport Team Director.

This threat has raised alarms about the possibility of a one-marque future in WRC, with M-Sport also expressing fears about the impact of the new regulations on team participation.

Stability in 2026: No Rule Changes for Rally1

Despite the turmoil surrounding the 2027 season, there will be no changes to the WRC’s Rally1 rules for 2026. The FIA has confirmed that the current regulations will remain in place, providing some much-needed stability for teams in the upcoming season.

Did You Know?

• The rally pyramid structure was first introduced in 2019 to provide a clear pathway from grassroots rallying to the highest level of WRC.
• Hyundai is the only manufacturer to have won a WRC title so far in the hybrid era, taking the constructors’ championship in 2019, 2020, and 2021.

What’s Next?

The FIA’s commission will continue to discuss and finalize the new rally pyramid structure and regulations for 2027 in the coming months. The motorsport world will be watching closely as these decisions could significantly shape the future of the World Rally Championship.

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