The FIA ​​confirms new data regarding the 2027 WRC

The more time passes, the more information emerges regarding what will become of the WRC Details are expected by 2027. This Wednesday, the FIA ​​World Motor Sport Council approved the final elements of the regulatory framework for the WRC in 2027. The first of these concerns the intrinsic workings of the Manufacturers' Championship. In order to attract as many new entrants as possible, the FIA ​​took advantage of its meeting today to confirm that manufacturers and tuners will all be united under a single banner from 2027 onwards. The objective of this move is simple: to lend credibility to manufacturers' commitment by providing them with a clear framework. Also very interesting information emerged regarding the homologation of future cars: accepted for a period of 10 years from their homologation date, these cars must be produced in a minimum of 10 units within two years of the homologation date, and manufacturers must be able to deliver at least 10 race-ready cars per calendar year to potential customers. Furthermore, if a manufacturer "A" were to supply components to a manufacturer "B", manufacturer "A" could benefit from a reduction in its units to be produced.

Manufacturers who must make commitments

In addition to this technical information, the FIA ​​has also officially announced new points regarding how manufacturers will have to approach the WRC if they wish to register as full-fledged manufacturers. Firstly, in order to obtain homologation for a car, a manufacturer must already be officially registered for the championship: this scenario is reminiscent of Lancia's official registration for the 2026 championship, which would therefore allow them to homologate a potential car in its "WRC 2027" version. Once this car is homologated, the manufacturer must commit to participating in at least 50% of the events on the calendar in its first year of participation, currently seven, while also committing to 100% of the events in season two. The FIA's objective here is to ensure that "phantom" projects are avoided.

What about these new cars?

In all likelihood and following information already communicated by the FIA, the future top category of the WRC should consist of two types of cars capable of competing for the win: the current Rally2 cars and these famous "WRC 2027" cars. Toyota is currently developing a new car that complies with these new regulations, using a tubular chassis and some parts from its GR Yaris Rally2. Today's official announcements at least allow current and future manufacturers to gain a clearer understanding and work within a sustainable framework designed to continue the overhaul of the discipline.

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