Ford set for WRC factory return with M-Sport in 2028
- Ford Racing confirmed its return to the FIA World Rally Championship in 2028 as a full factory-backed team, partnering with M-Sport. The announcement came at the 2026 season finale in Sardinia.
- Celebrating 125 years of Ford Racing, Global Director Mark Rushbrook emphasized the brand's 50-year legacy in rallying. The decision reflects Ford's broader motorsport commitment spanning Formula 1, World Endurance Championship, NASCAR, and Supercars.
- Before the full factory return, M-Sport will represent Ford next year with an upgraded Ford Fiesta Rally2. The team committed to developing an update kit allowing competition alongside the new WRC27 Rally1-spec cars.
- FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem called the move "another significant moment for the FIA World Rally Championship," noting Ford's return generates momentum for the sport. The decision expands Ford's presence across four FIA World Championships.
- Ford plans to introduce a new car built to 2027 technical regulations for the 2029 season. The manufacturer promises the racer will help shape Ford's new European portfolio of rally-bred passenger vehicles.
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op-online.deFord wants to better shape its future European models through driving dynamics and rally character. This is underpinned by a new motorsport commitment.
US automaker Ford announced on Thursday that it will return to the World Rally Championship in 2028 and will bring a new car to the WRC for 2029.
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In the face of private projects (Rally One in Belgium, MSI in Spain), the WRC was desperately waiting for the announcement of a manufacturer. If there are rumours about a arrival of Lynk&Co or a return of Subaru, it is finally Ford that surprises everyone (or almost) with its announcement. The American manufacturer will make its official return in [...] L'article WRC, Ford announces its great return with a new car in 2029! appeared first on Le M…
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