Project RallyOne is set to make its highly anticipated world championship debut at the season-opening Rallye Monte-Carlo. The Belgian-based outfit has officially submitted their homologation documentation to the FIA, securing their path to run two cars under the new technical regulations for the 2027 season.
Led by Lionel Hansen alongside team manager Alain Penasse, the team recently completed a rigorous two-day testing session around Saint-Die-des-Vosges, France. The primary focus of these tests was refining the brand-new engine concept, developed from a VAG Group unit, complemented by significant upgrades to the transmission system to optimize power delivery on tarmac surfaces.
In an official statement, the team expressed satisfaction with the feedback received from their test drivers. "Both were complimentary on the latest introduced evolutions, such as the completely new engine concept development, based on a VAG Group unit with new dedicated components and an important evolution on the transmission side," the team stated.
While Stephane Lefebvre remains a primary candidate for a race seat given his extensive involvement in the development phase, the team has confirmed that no drivers have been finalized for the event. Speculation regarding the participation of Sebastien Loeb has largely been dismissed, as his commitments in rally-raid racing conflict with the scheduled dates of the Monte Carlo event in late January 2027.
Currently, the team is engaged in ongoing discussions with potential partners to solidify their driver lineup. With the homologation process nearing completion, Project RallyOne is prioritizing tarmac performance before shifting their development focus toward gravel specifications for future rounds of the WRC calendar. Read our in-depth analysis and stay updated on the latest team announcements here at Sportrik Media.
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