The WRC is set for a voyage into the unknown at this weekend’s Monte Carlo opener as Hyundai, Toyota and M-Sport Ford debut all-new hybrid cars built to Rally1 regulations.
Such a seismic shift in the rules has left drivers unsure what will unfold on the famous Monte Carlo asphalt.
Faced with the prospect of adjusting to hybrid power, reduced aerodynamics and simpler front and rear differentials, Hyundai’s Neuville believes the new look WRC will provide pretty of drama.
“I think this year there will be more nerve wracking moments than we have seen in any other season with reliability issues, surprises or whatever,” Neuville told Autosport.
“I like the challenge and I like changes, and in general a new adventure, so that definitely I enjoy.
“The time to develop a new car has been a little bit short I think for all the manufacturers especially in COVID times where suppliers have reduced the numbers of employees and whatever.
“We will start the rally with not as much…
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