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WRC in Chaos: Hybrid Power’s On-Off Future Sparks Criticism from Sébastien Ogier

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October 25, 2024
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WRC in Chaos: Hybrid Power’s On-Off Future Sparks Criticism from Sébastien Ogier

Sebastien Ogier (FRA) Vincent Landais (FRA) Of team TOYOTA GAZOO RACING WRT are seen performing during the World Rally Championship Italy in Olbia, Italy on June 4, 2023. // Jaanus Ree / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202306040247 // Usage for editorial use only //

The World Rally Championship (WRC) has found itself in a turbulent back-and-forth on hybrid power’s future, with eight-time world champion Sébastien Ogier calling out the series for its lack of consistency and foresight.

In recent months, WRC’s stance on hybrid power has been like a game of musical chairs, as the FIA and teams struggle over whether to keep or scrap hybrid systems from the Rally1 cars. Initially, the FIA’s WRC Working Group proposed eliminating hybrid units as soon as next year, despite supplier Compact Dynamics being contracted through 2026. This decision rattled major manufacturers Toyota, Hyundai, and M-Sport Ford, who swiftly responded by urging the FIA to uphold the current Rally1 regulations until the end of 2026.

The FIA seemed to settle the issue by committing to maintain the hybrid regulations. However, the debate has flared up again as teams voice concerns over rising costs associated with frequent hybrid rebuilds, which have now become necessary due to restrictions on simpler resets. Once more, the prospect of dropping hybrid power is back on the table.

For rally legend Ogier, this constant flip-flopping is damaging the WRC’s credibility. “I would like to see hybrid stay as planned,” Ogier said, “It’s strange to have last-minute changes like this.” He emphasized that these last-minute revisions reveal a deeper problem within the WRC: an ongoing lack of stability and long-term vision. “The championship is missing consistency,” Ogier stated, highlighting how unpredictable rule changes make it challenging for teams to plan effectively.

Ogier’s frustration isn’t just about hybrid technology; it’s about the broader message being sent. “What is the message now?” he asked, noting the confusion surrounding WRC’s direction. “We say we are hybrid, but then, maybe we’re not.”

Rather than abandoning hybrid technology, Ogier suggests a pragmatic approach: work with the supplier to reduce costs and enhance repair options. Allowing minor repairs to damaged units, he argues, could ease financial pressures without compromising the sport’s commitment to hybrid power. With limited testing time remaining for 2024, teams face a dilemma over how to prepare.

As the WRC navigates this crossroads, Ogier’s remarks underscore a pressing need for stability. Will the FIA listen to its teams and champion, or will the championship’s credibility continue to suffer from an ever-changing rulebook?

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