Hyundai on world title mission

After several months of development, and an introduction finally planned for the Rally Monte Carlo 2016, contested this weekend in the South-East of France, the New Generation i20 is ready to start competing against the Volkswagen Polo R, DS3 WRC and other Ford Fiestas.

A new car which must lead the Korean brand and its drivers towards a very precise goal set by director Michel Nandan. “The objective set for the crews is, initially, to win races and the Manufacturers' title at the end of the season. We will try to do it. » the Frenchman told AUTOhebdo.

However, it will be necessary to reverse the trend in the face of the Volkswagen Polo R who has dominated the championship for three seasons, still formidable in the hands of Sébastien Ogier, Jari-Matti Latvala or Andreas Mikkelsen.

“We must not exclude anyone, continues Michel Nandan. You should always expect to see performances from a Citroën and a Ford, but the formidable opponent remains Volkswagen. I hope the standoff will be balanced."

Find our full interview with Michel Nandan in our WRC Guide from AUTOhebdo n°2046, available in digital version and on newsstands.