Petter Solberg: “I’m back!” »

Petter Solberg has regained his former level and, thanks to his Citroën C4 WRC, can now fight for the podium. Second in Türkiye, the Norwegian finished far from Sébastien Loeb but knew how to be competitive. But having his own team means he has to pay attention to his car. Particularly during an event like the Rally from Türkiye, where stones and pebbles were numerous. “ I'm a customer now “, he told AUTOhebdo. “ It?s “my” money. My sponsors' budgets are fixed. They don't increase based on what I break. »

This is why the 2003 World Champion is undoubtedly more cautious and careful than the factory drivers, and loses a few seconds on certain occasions. “ This is why I am so happy with my second placeHe says. I'm back ! I am here ! Ready to conquer but not on rough terrain. Here, if I had been behind the wheel of an official car, I would have done anything. To achieve victory everywhere, you have to be a factory driver. »

Despite this state of affairs, Petter Solberg believes that he will be able to show himself to his advantage if the terrain is suitable. “ I will win one this year. With my team, it will be even more beautiful. »