Posted Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 9:28pm
The FIA has confirmed plans for a World Rally Championship ‘candidate event’ for mid-2026 ahead of an anticipated return to the country for the series.
The event, organized in collaboration with the Automobile Competition Committee of the United States (ACCUS), will take place from June 11-17, with FIA delegates inspecting every aspect of the event, including sporting operations and safety protocols.
As part of the FIA’s visit, its delegates will explore stages in Kentucky and Tennessee and visit a round of the American Rally Association National championship (main image). Should the candidate event prove successful, it would open the door for the U.S. to return to the WRC calendar in 2027.
“The United States represents one of the most important growth opportunities for the FIA World Rally Championship,” said FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem. “It is a nation where motor sport is part of the cultural DNA, with world-class domestic championships and a rapidly growing appetite for global competition. I am deeply committed to strengthening the FIA’s presence in the U.S. and ensuring that rallying becomes a defining pillar of that future.
Posted Monday, January 26, 2026 at 9:35pm
Car geeks love a weird flex with their engines, and this one comes straight from Japan. Imagine a flat-four boxer engine with two turbos working in sequence, chasing boost like a rally stage start. The goal was a smoother spool, less lag, and a powerband that felt stacked with torque, not waiting to wake up.
On paper, it sounded like a tuner dream. In the real world, this rare setup built roughly 247 hp and 228 lb ft, and became a folk tale for boost junkies who love oddball engineering. Only one production car ever pulled it off, and then it was relegated to the history books for valid reasons.
Posted Friday, January 2, 2026 at 9:52pm
CR purchased a 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Sport Hybrid for our test program. We break down performance, pricing, fuel economy numbers, and how this new hybrid AWD system compares to the standard Crosstrek. We also take a close look at interior space, tech features, cargo practicality, value vs competitors like the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid, and what else you should know before you buy. Read More →
Posted Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 9:07pm
Remember the Gymkhana videos? Founded by the late, great Ken Block and Brian Scotto, those videos have cleared more than a half a billion views, with YouTube reports citing over 500 million views for the core Gymkhana series, while the Gymkhana Practice and Climbkhana add another 160 million. So far. When we lost Ken Block almost two years ago, who knew where all that would go? Well, it’s back, and… Read More →
Posted Sunday, November 2, 2025 at 8:55pm
Subaru (TSE:7270) shares have held steady this week, drawing some attention as investors weigh the company’s performance over the past month. Subaru’s stock has gained 13% in that period, outpacing much of the sector. Looking beyond the past month’s strength, Subaru’s one-year total shareholder return sits at 39%, showing solid momentum compared to its longer-term average. Recent positive sentiment likely reflects growing optimism about the company’s growth prospects and improving… Read More →
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