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Neuville clarifies WRC future amid anger over FIA technical reforms
The Hyundai driver clarified his future after mentioning the possibility of this season being his last in an interview with AutoHebdo. Neuville is currently in the final year of his contract with Hyundai and is looking to secure a new two-year deal. He specified that he would only consider retiring if Hyundai decided to withdraw from the championship. Neuville reaffirmed his desire to continue competing if Hyundai remains in the sport and expresses opposition to proposed changes to the Rally1 technical regulations for the upcoming year. The FIA’s plan to introduce new Rally1 regulations in 2026 has sparked concerns about stability and potential increased costs for existing manufacturers. Neuville emphasized the importance of maintaining stability in regulations until at least the end of 2026 to allow for better long-term planning and sustainability in the WRC.
