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New hybrid WRC cars tested

One of the WRC’s up-and-coming stars, Adrien Fourmaux, has made some interesting revelations about the new Rally1 hybrid cars that are set to debut in 2022. The current M-Sport driver recently had his first taste of the new Ford Puma on tarmac and revealed that in some situations the new car is potentially dangerous.

The bulk of the testing so far has been done by Matthew Wilson, son of M-Sport boss Malcolm, but Fourmaux managed two days in the car after the Ypres Rally. Next year’s car will have more power than the current World Rally Cars, but will be heavier and have less aerodynamic aids that will likely make the cars less predictable at speed.

“The car is obviously heavier, but since the power is greater with the hybrid, it gives a good kick to the ass when everything is on the way!” Fourmaux said this week.

“The FIA is still in the process of discussing how to use this additional power. But with the current operation and the sudden arrival of power, I find that potentially dangerous,” he said. The 26-year old has been likened to a young Sebastien Loeb or Ogier in his ability and drive so early in his career, and looks almost certain to be get a full contract at the top level in 2002. All three WRC teams have begun testing their hybrid cars for next year, with footage widely available of the new Puma and Toyota Yaris. Of the three teams, only Ford have gone for a totally new model of car.

Source: talkmotorsport.co.nz

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