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Global tyre brand Dunlop is targeting the Italian Rally Championship’s Tyre Suppliers’ title, oing up against the likes of Pirelli, Michelin, MRF and Hankook. Choosing their ‘weapon’ wisely, Dunlop has selected former F1 driver Heikki Kovaleinen and co-driver Patric Öhman to represent their hopes in the seven-round, all asphalt championship. The duo competes in a […]
Global tyre brand Dunlop is competing in the Italian Rally Championship against Pirelli, Michelin, MRF, and Hankook to win the Tyre Suppliers’ title.
Dunlop has chosen former F1 driver Heikki Kovaleinen and co-driver Patric Öhman to represent them in a Gino Scuderia-run Citroën C3 Rally2 for this asphalt championship.
The championship consists of seven rounds on closed roads with high speeds, challenging stages, and extreme demands on the driver, car, and tyres.
Participating in the Italian Rally Championship enhances Dunlop’s European motorsport presence and boosts visibility in a competitive series.
Despite a challenging start to the season, with two rallies completed, Kovaleinen and Öhman are gearing up for upcoming rounds, including the Due Valli Rally in Verona and the season finale in Sanremo.
Dunlop Tyres’ involvement is not limited to Italy, as they exclusively supply the SA National Rally Championship and various national circuit racing championships in South Africa.
Their commitment ranges from Extreme Supercars and endurance racing to VW Rookie Cup, catering to young drivers transitioning from karting to tin top racing.
