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**Galsteinbok** · 06-15-2012, 11:20 PM

Now is the time to develop and come out strong when WRC is on target again. Let´s say hopefully maybe 2014? I would be delighted as well if Huyndai would join the WRC.

I'd agree it's a better time to join than when Suzuki tried, but are things really set for now? I would guess with VW joining it's a fairly safe bet, though.

**anderriter** · 06-16-2012, 12:18 AM

I'd agree it's a better time to join than when Suzuki tried, but are things really set for now? I would guess with VW joining it's a fairly safe bet, though.

I think Huyndai and any other factory thinking of joining the WRC should have been started already developing the bodyshell and even engine. Then making a "VW-year" in 2013, with a S2000, just to go all in in 2014.

That would be the most efficiant time schedule at the moment...

**suiviouse** · 08-28-2012, 04:24 PM

Hyundai to join the WRC?

I'll believe it when I see it.

I think they're one of the few manufacturers who could reasonably and easily join the WRC (though I like the i30 better than the i20), but I can't see any appeal in entering the category. If the WRC wants to get the Asian manufacturers back in as works teams, then they need a local event. That means reviving the Rally of Japan, or starting a new one in South Korea (which is very unlikely).

If there is any truth to this, then Hyundai are probably just making the i20 available under the Group R regulations the way Toyota did the TMG Yaris earlier this month.

**DumErrory** · 08-28-2012, 04:48 PM

Hyundai to join the WRC?

I'll believe it when I see it.

I think they're one of the few manufacturers who could reasonably and easily join the WRC (though I like the i30 better than the i20), but I can't see any appeal in entering the category. If the WRC wants to get the Asian manufacturers back in as works teams, then they need a local event. That means reviving the Rally of Japan, or starting a new one in South Korea (which is very unlikely).

If there is any truth to this, then Hyundai are probably just making the i20 available under the Group R regulations the way Toyota did the TMG Yaris earlier this month.

Manufacturers like Hyundai and Toyota join a series like the WRC to sell cars outside their home markets.

Subaru, Toyota, Suzuki etc were all involved well before Rally Japan entered the WRC. There's no need for a home event. Everyone in those countries already knows who they are...

**suiviouse** · 08-28-2012, 04:53 PM

Perhaps, but a home event sweetens the deal. Especially if they can succeed at it.

06-15-2012, 11:20 PM	#21
Galsteinbok Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 548 Senior Member	Now is the time to develop and come out strong when WRC is on target again. Let´s say hopefully maybe 2014? I would be delighted as well if Huyndai would join the WRC. I'd agree it's a better time to join than when Suzuki tried, but are things really set for now? I would guess with VW joining it's a fairly safe bet, though. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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06-16-2012, 12:18 AM	#22
anderriter Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 540 Senior Member	I'd agree it's a better time to join than when Suzuki tried, but are things really set for now? I would guess with VW joining it's a fairly safe bet, though. I think Huyndai and any other factory thinking of joining the WRC should have been started already developing the bodyshell and even engine. Then making a "VW-year" in 2013, with a S2000, just to go all in in 2014. That would be the most efficiant time schedule at the moment... Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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08-28-2012, 04:24 PM	#23
suiviouse Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 442 Senior Member	Hyundai to join the WRC? I'll believe it when I see it. I think they're one of the few manufacturers who could reasonably and easily join the WRC (though I like the i30 better than the i20), but I can't see any appeal in entering the category. If the WRC wants to get the Asian manufacturers back in as works teams, then they need a local event. That means reviving the Rally of Japan, or starting a new one in South Korea (which is very unlikely). If there is any truth to this, then Hyundai are probably just making the i20 available under the Group R regulations the way Toyota did the TMG Yaris earlier this month. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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08-28-2012, 04:48 PM	#24
DumErrory Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 423 Senior Member	Hyundai to join the WRC? I'll believe it when I see it. I think they're one of the few manufacturers who could reasonably and easily join the WRC (though I like the i30 better than the i20), but I can't see any appeal in entering the category. If the WRC wants to get the Asian manufacturers back in as works teams, then they need a local event. That means reviving the Rally of Japan, or starting a new one in South Korea (which is very unlikely). If there is any truth to this, then Hyundai are probably just making the i20 available under the Group R regulations the way Toyota did the TMG Yaris earlier this month. Manufacturers like Hyundai and Toyota join a series like the WRC to sell cars outside their home markets. Subaru, Toyota, Suzuki etc were all involved well before Rally Japan entered the WRC. There's no need for a home event. Everyone in those countries already knows who they are... Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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08-28-2012, 04:53 PM	#25
suiviouse Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 442 Senior Member	Perhaps, but a home event sweetens the deal. Especially if they can succeed at it. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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