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 The 1974 Safari Rally, which took place in Kenya, was the longest event in WRC history, covering over 5,000 kilometers.[([[https://www.cars360.co.ke/5-interesting-things-about-the-safari-rally/|cars360]])]
+===== Night Stages =====
+Some rallies feature "night stages," where drivers race in the dark with only their headlights to guide them.[([[https://rallyinsight.com/2020/07/18/the-secret-to-night-time-rallying-success/|rallyinsight]])]
+===== Power Stage =====
+The last stage of each rally is known as the "Power Stage," where extra championship points are awarded to the fastest drivers.[([[https://www.skoda-motorsport.com/en/beginners-guide-to-rally-timing-and-scoring/|skoda-motorsport]])]
+===== Top Speeds =====
+WRC cars can reach speeds of up to 200 km/h (124 mph) on gravel or dirt roads, depending on the stage.[([[https://www.quora.com/How-fast-do-rally-cars-go-in-MPH|quora]])]
+===== WRC 2 and WRC 3 =====
+These are support series for drivers and teams using less powerful cars, offering a stepping stone to the top-level WRC.[([[https://www.wrc.com/a/news/w25312_|wrc]])]
+===== Drivers from Around the World =====
+The WRC has seen champions from countries like France, Finland, Sweden, the UK, Spain, and more.[([[https://forums.autosport.com/topic/50902-the-race-of-champions/|autosport]])]
+===== Finland's Success =====
+Finnish drivers have won the WRC Drivers' Championship 14 times, earning Finland the nickname “the land of rally drivers.”[([[https://medium.com/@turpinrt/whats-behind-the-incredible-success-of-finnish-drivers-in-formula-one-9c661ecbda7|medium]])]
+===== Manufacturers' Championship =====
+In addition to the drivers' title, there is a manufacturers' championship, where carmakers compete for top honors.[([[https://www.hyundaimotorgroup.com/story/CONT0000000000079823|hyundaimotorgroup]])]
+===== Historic Cars =====
+Some of the most iconic cars in rally history include the Lancia Stratos, Subaru Impreza, Ford Focus, Audi Quattro, and Mitsubishi Lancer Evo.[([[https://www.goodwood.com/grr/race/historic/the-10-best-wrc-cars-of-all-time/|goodwood]])]
+===== Turbocharged Engines =====
+Modern WRC cars use small, turbocharged 1.6-liter engines, producing over 380 horsepower.[([[https://www.reddit.com/r/cars/comments/5v147d/how_can_a_wrc_car_produce_600bhp_and_insane/|reddit]])]
+===== Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) =====
+WD technology became widespread in WRC during the 1980s, offering better traction on loose surfaces.[([[https://www.hagerty.com/media/motorsports/driving-the-group-b-stars-that-define-rallys-wildest-era/|hagerty]])]
+===== Hybrid Era =====
+Starting in 2022, WRC introduced hybrid powertrains, combining electric motors with internal combustion engines to make the cars faster and more environmentally friendly.[([[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gQ01jv0Lo4|youtube]])]
+===== Privateer Drivers =====
+While most WRC drivers are part of factory teams, some compete as privateers, using their own resources and smaller teams.[([[https://www.redbull.com/int-en/what-is-wrc-guide|redbull]])]
+===== Weather Challenges =====
+Rallying is unique in that weather can change dramatically during an event, from dry roads to torrential rain or snow within a few hours.[([[https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1057/9781137405449.pdf|springer]])]
+===== Service Parks =====
+Between stages, cars are repaired and adjusted by teams in service parks, often with limited time and under strict rules.[([[https://rallysweden.com/en/article/how-wrc-works/|rallysweden]])]
+===== Spectator Popularity =====
+WRC attracts millions of spectators annually, both at the events and through global TV broadcasts.[([[https://whc.unesco.org/en/news/2615|unesco]])]
+===== Dakar Rally =====
+While not part of the WRC, some rally drivers have also competed in the Dakar Rally, a long-distance off-road endurance event.[([[https://dirtfish.com/off-road/dakar/when-wrc-drivers-tackled-the-dakar-rally/|dirtfish]])]
+===== Citroën’s Success =====
+Citroën holds the record for the most manufacturers’ titles with eight championships.[([[https://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/world-records/79593-most-world-rallying-championship-race-wins-by-a-manufacturer|guinnessworldrecords]])]
+===== Ogier and Loeb Rivalry =====
+Despite being fellow countrymen, Sébastien Ogier and Sébastien Loeb have had a fierce rivalry, with both dominating the sport in different eras.[([[https://www.motorsport.com/wrc/news/the-epic-loeb-battle-that-ignited-ogiers-wrc-career/10305930/|motorsport]])]
+===== In-Car Cameras =====
+WRC pioneered the use of in-car cameras, giving fans a first-person view of the action.[([[https://dirtfish.com/rally/helmet-cams-getting-closer-for-wrc/|dirtfish]])]
+===== Jump Record =====
+The longest jump in WRC was made by Norwegian driver Mads Østberg, who flew over 44 meters during Rally Finland.[([[https://www.roadandtrack.com/motorsports/a10391846/rally-finland-jump-mads-ostberg-fiesta-wrc/|roadandtrack]])]
+===== Safety Innovations =====
+WRC cars are fitted with advanced safety systems like roll cages, fire suppression systems, and HANS devices (Head and Neck Support) to protect drivers.[([[https://www.fia.com/sites/default/files/regulation/file/Driver-Guide-2011.pdf|fia]])]
+===== Ken Block's Influence =====
+American driver and YouTube sensation Ken Block helped bring rallying to a new audience with his "Gymkhana" videos, though he never competed full-time in WRC.[([[https://www.autoweek.com/car-life/a1837811/ken-block-2016-autoweek-car-culture-award/|autoweek]])]
+===== WRC 50th Anniversary =====
+In 2023, the WRC celebrated its 50th anniversary, marking five decades of thrilling motorsport action.[([[https://www.wolflubes.com/en-us/news/wrc-sardinia-2023-celebrates-50th-wolf-power-stage|wolflubes]])]
+===== Sim Racing =====
+WRC has embraced the digital world with official WRC video games and esports competitions, drawing in new fans.[([[https://www.researchgate.net/publication/332765511_Fan_Engagement_in_Motorsports_A_Case_of_the_FIA_World_Rally_Championship|researchgate]])]
+===== Women in WRC =====
+Women like Michèle Mouton have made history in WRC. Mouton is the only woman to win a WRC event, with her victory coming in 1981.[([[https://www.grippinginfo.com/post/the-great-women-of-motorsport-michele-mouton|grippinginfo]])]
+===== Driver Fitness =====
+WRC drivers must be incredibly fit to endure the physical demands of racing for hours on end through rough terrain, often in extreme temperatures.[([[https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4383274/|ncbi]])]
+===== Car Damage =====
+WRC cars regularly sustain damage during rallies, with broken suspensions, smashed bodywork, and punctured tires being common challenges.[([[https://www.reddit.com/r/rally/comments/1fe7cdt/if_a_car_has_a_damage_do_they_keep_going_or_does/|reddit]])]
+===== Jari-Matti Latvala =====
+As of 2024, Latvala is the team principal of Toyota Gazoo Racing WRT and the youngest team manager in WRC history, after a long career as a driver.[([[https://toyotagazooracing.com/wrc/team/2024/|toyotagazooracing]])]
+===== WRC Calendar =====
+The WRC calendar typically features around 13 to 15 events each season, although this number has varied over the years.[([[https://www.blackbookmotorsport.com/features/world-rally-championship-wrc-sustainability-strategy/|blackbookmotorsport]])]
+===== The Portugal Rally =====
+Known for its tough gravel roads, Rally Portugal is one of the most grueling events on the WRC calendar.[([[https://performance.ford.com/series/rally/news/articles/rally/2024/5/rally-portugal-preview.html|ford performance]])]
+===== Eco-Friendly =====
+The hybrid cars introduced in 2022 have made the WRC more environmentally conscious, reducing the carbon footprint of the cars.[([[https://www.hyundaimotorgroup.com/story/CONT0000000000088147|hyundaimotorgroup]])]
+===== Weather Predictions =====
+Teams often employ meteorologists to help predict weather conditions during a rally, especially in unpredictable climates.[([[https://www.wrcwings.tech/2022/04/19/the-influence-of-rain-on-the-aero-performance-of-a-rally-car/|wrcwings]])]
+===== Snow Tyres =====
+During snow rallies like Sweden, WRC cars use special tires with hundreds of metal studs to grip the icy surfaces.[([[https://press.pirelli.com/sweden-rally-studded-tyres-unique-choice-for-the-northernmost-race-of-the-season/|pirelli]])]
+===== Aerial Footage =====
+Helicopter footage is often used during WRC broadcasts to capture the cars from above as they race through forests and mountains.[([[https://nation.africa/kenya/sports/motorsports/helicopter-route-opener-keeping-man-animal-safe-during-wrc-safari-rally-4582440|africa]])]
+===== The Safari Rally’s Return =====
+The Safari Rally in Kenya made a comeback to the WRC calendar in 2021 after an absence of nearly two decades.[([[https://www.thedrive.com/accelerator/36992/east-africas-legendary-safari-rally-finally-returns-to-the-wrc-after-19-year-absence|thedrive]])]
+===== Longest-Running Event =====
+The Monte Carlo Rally has been a consistent part of the WRC calendar since the championship began in 1973.[([[https://www.skoda-motorsport.com/en/all-you-need-to-know-about-rallye-monte-carlo/|skoda-motorsport]])]
+===== Helmets with Intercoms =====
+Drivers and co-drivers use helmets equipped with intercom systems to communicate over the noise of the engines.[([[https://blog.demon-tweeks.com/motorsport/get-connected-inside-motorsport-intercom-systems/|demon-tweeks]])]
+===== Rally of Great Britain =====
+Traditionally one of the final events of the season, Rally GB is known for its wet and muddy conditions.[([[https://talkmotorsport.co.nz/rally/paddon-and-marshall-aim-for-consistency-in-wales/|talkmotorsport]])]
+===== The Corsica Rally =====
+Nicknamed "The Rally of 10,000 Corners," the Tour de Corse in France is famous for its extremely twisty mountain roads.[([[https://toyotagazooracing.com/wrc/report/2019/04/index_test/|toyotagazooracing]])]
+===== Kenya’s Safari Rally =====
+Known for its wildlife, dust, and tough conditions, the Safari Rally is considered one of the most iconic and challenging events in the WRC.[([[https://www.autosport.com/wrc/news/why-safari-rally-kenyas-unique-challenge-is-imperative-for-the-wrc/10488585/|autosport]])]
+===== Jean Todt =====
+Former FIA President Jean Todt started his motorsport career as a co-driver in WRC, later managing Peugeot and Ferrari in other championships.[([[https://kids.kiddle.co/Jean_Todt|kiddle]])]
+===== Pikes Peak =====
+Although not part of the WRC, several rally drivers, including Loeb, have competed in the famous Pikes Peak hill climb.[([[https://www.redbull.com/int-en/loeb-porsche-supercup|redbull]])]
+===== Launch Control =====
+WRC cars feature advanced launch control systems to get maximum acceleration off the starting line during stages.[([[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DfUUU_B3j9g|youtube]])]
+===== Television Coverage =====
+WRC events are broadcast in over 150 countries, making it one of the most widely viewed motorsport series globally.[([[https://www.centraleuropeanrally.eu/story|centraleuropeanrally]])]
+===== Spectator Safety =====
+Due to high speeds and challenging terrain, strict spectator safety measures have been implemented in recent years to protect fans at events.[([[https://influentialke.com/blogpost/ensuring-rally-safety-a-comprehensive-look-at-driver-co-driver-and-spectator-safety-measures-and-regulations-?srsltid=AfmBOoppiBTb_CQG58-BgFCu6OEgtPvimzgYZrYLGsm1u4eFr0IbauIT|influentialke]])]

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