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Toyota to deploy suspension update at WRC Safari Rally Kenya
Toyota has dominated the Safari Rally in Kenya, winning the previous three editions as the team to beat in the gruelling event. The speed and reliability of Toyota cars were highlighted with a 1-2-3-4 finish in 2022 and 2023, securing back-to-back Rally1 constructors’ titles. Toyota has introduced a suspension update and snorkel devices to combat wetter conditions, adapting to a change in FIA regulations and the event’s move to a rainy season March date. Team principal Jari-Matti Latvala believes that smart driving will be crucial in the challenging conditions, rather than just pure speed. The team will field three GR Yaris entries for Evans, Katsuta, and Rovanpera, aiming for another Toyota win in the Safari Rally. The shakedown saw tight competition between Rovanpera, Neuville, and Lappi, setting the stage for an exciting and unpredictable event.
