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Compact Dynamics Exits WRC: Hybrid Era Officially Ends After 2024 Rally Japan

Miguel Cunha by Miguel Cunha
November 16, 2024
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Compact Dynamics Exits WRC: Hybrid Era Officially Ends After 2024 Rally Japan

Elfyn Evans (GB) Scott Martin (GB) of team TOYOTA GAZOO RACING WRT are seen performing during the World Rally Championship Japan in Toyota, Japan on November 19, 2023 // Jaanus Ree / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202311190234 // Usage for editorial use only //

The World Rally Championship (WRC) is gearing up for a seismic shift, as hybrid technology—introduced in 2022—will no longer be part of the series’ future starting in 2025. Compact Dynamics, the supplier of hybrid components for the WRC, has confirmed its departure after the upcoming Rally Japan, marking the end of a three-year partnership.

The decision to abandon hybrids stems from an electronic vote by the World Motor Sport Council, signaling a new direction for the championship as it moves toward the end of its current homologation cycle in 2026.

“Compact Dynamics: Reflecting on the Hybrid Era”

Compact Dynamics’ managing director, Johannes Kloetzl, expressed pride in the company’s role in bringing hybrid technology to the WRC but acknowledged the challenges that shaped this decision.

“We started [in] 2022 with the aim of using our hybrid system to drive the further development of sustainable powertrains in racing,” Kloetzl said. “We share the FIA’s mission to make racing affordable and accessible and recognise the economic concerns of the WRC teams.”

While Compact Dynamics aimed to advance sustainability in motorsport, Kloetzl emphasized that safety remained paramount.

“At the same time, we can never prioritise economics and profitability over the safety of drivers, teams, and uninvolved people.”

He concluded by thanking the WRC community for their cooperation and wishing the series success in its next chapter.

“Why the Hybrid Era Ends Early”

The hybrid technology initiative was launched in 2022 as part of a push for more sustainable motorsport. However, it faced economic hurdles, with teams struggling to manage the cost of integrating and maintaining hybrid systems.

The decision to discontinue hybrids comes as the WRC aims to balance technological innovation with affordability and accessibility. The move also reflects a broader debate in motorsport about the future of powertrain technology and whether hybrids can coexist with the push toward full electrification or alternative fuels.

“Rally Japan: The Final Chapter”

Next week’s Rally Japan will serve as the final event in the hybrid era for the WRC and Compact Dynamics. As the curtain falls on this chapter, the series is expected to chart a new course, likely focusing on internal combustion engines optimized for sustainable fuels or other cost-effective powertrain solutions.

“What’s Next for the WRC?”

With hybrids officially out of the picture starting in 2025, the WRC faces a crucial period of transition. While the decision has been met with mixed reactions, it underscores the ongoing tension between sustainability, cost management, and maintaining the essence of rallying.

For Compact Dynamics, the end of its WRC tenure highlights the challenges of pioneering hybrid technology in a demanding and cost-sensitive sport. However, the company’s contributions have paved the way for future innovations in motorsport powertrains.

As the WRC moves forward, all eyes are on how the championship will redefine itself for the post-hybrid era, ensuring its legacy as one of the most thrilling and innovative motorsport series in the world.

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