Last season, Lappi competed in the full series. He delivered impressive results during the summer, but the latter part of the year saw a series of severe crashes.
With a lighter schedule ahead, Lappi seems fully at ease with his role for the upcoming season, understanding exactly what is expected of him.
“Competing in the third car with two other crews, our main target is to support Thierry (Neuville) and Ott (Tänak) in their challenge for the drivers’ title and help the team fight for the manufacturers’ title,” Lappi stated.
“However, this doesn’t stop us from going for wins, so we will push to finish as high as possible in every rally,” Lappi continued.
Last season was a learning curve for Lappi, getting to grips with Hyundai’s car and team operations. Now, he feels more prepared and familiar with the team and car dynamics.
“Everything was new to us last year, so it helps that we now know the team and the car very well,” Lappi reflected.
“During 2023 we were also able to develop the car more in the direction that suited my driving style, as well as making it faster. Overall, I expect that everything will feel far more natural this season and that we will be more competitive in 2024,” Lappi believed.
The new WRC season kicks off next week in Monte Carlo. Lappi, however, will not participate in the season opener but will start his campaign in February in Sweden.
