Monte Carlo returns to WRC

The 2012 season calendar WRC begins with a very pleasant surprise. After an absence of three seasons, the Rally Monte Carlo will be the first event of the year, being contested from January 19 to 22. It will be followed by the Rally Sweden (February 9 to 12) and the Mexico Rally (March 8 to 11).

The season will continue with the Rally of Portugal (March 29 to April 1), followed by the Argentina Rally (April 26 to 29). The dates for the Greece Rally remain uncertain, but it could take place between May 24-27 or June 1-3. Rally New Zealand is making its comeback in the WRC after three seasons of absence. It will be contested from June 21 to 24.

After a one-month break, Rally Finland will be organized from August 2 to 5, followed by Rally Germany (August 23 to 26) and Rally Great Britain (September 13 to 16). The Rally of France will be organized from October 4 to 7 and will precede the Rally of Spain (November 1 to 4).

The Rally Italy is also scheduled for October, but no date has yet been given.