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Six-time FIA World Rallycross Championship winner Johan Kristoffersson will be back rallying next month when he contests round three of the FIA European Rally Championship, BAUHAUS Royal Rally of Scandinavia. Kristoffersson, who also has Extreme E titles, WRC2 podiums and World Touring Car Cup wins to his name, will contest the fast-paced gravel event in […]
Kristoffersson, with an impressive racing resume, will compete in a Volkswagen Polo GTI R5 in a gravel rally event organized by his family team, Kristoffersson Motorsport. The 35-year-old Swede agreed to participate after being invited by sponsor BAUHAUS, despite not having driven a gravel rally in five years. He embraces the challenge of being the underdog and is excited for the experience. His father, Tommy, is happy to see a FIA European Rally Championship event in Värmland and appreciates BAUHAUS’s presence in the region.Alongside Kristoffersson, Norwegian Stig Rune Skjaermoen will co-drive, marking Kristoffersson’s debut in the ERC from June 13-15. Another notable entry is Petter Solberg, motivated by the prospect of fun and self-improvement, emphasizing the importance of rallying in his life and family. Solberg’s proximity to the rally location and support from sponsors like Monster Energy, Pirelli, and Castrol add to the excitement of his participation in the event with his Polo.
