Earlier this week, the World Motor Sport Council greenlit radical rule changes for the World Rally Championship, with final decisions expected to be made in June.
According to the guidelines set by the WRC task force, hybrid units will be removed from Rally1 cars at the end of this season. Additionally, aerodynamic features will be reduced, and the turbo restrictor will be downsized.
Thus, the technology of the premier class cars will be brought closer to that of the Rally2 cars. At the same time, a so-called WRC kit will be available for Rally2 cars, including a larger restrictor, larger exhaust, paddle shifts, and a rear wing.
Hyundai boss Abiteboul believes the rule proposals require careful consideration.
“Given their far-reaching nature, complexity and depth, it will take some time to consider and reflect on these extensive proposals from the FIA. We also look forward to receiving further details from the FIA to assist with this process,” Abiteboul said, according to DirtFish.
“To consider these proposals we will conduct a deep dive into our short to mid-term plans: this will take place between Hyundai Motorsport and Hyundai Motor Company,” the French boss added.
Abiteboul mentioned that Hyundai anticipates discussions about the proposals with the FIA, the WRC Promoter, and other WRC teams.
David Richards, the leader of the task force behind the WRC’s regulatory reforms, confirmed that Hyundai has supported the removal of hybrid units from Rally1 cars.
