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World RX to admit ICE cars with sustainable fuels in 2024 alongside EVs
Following a meeting of the FIA World Motor Sport Council, it was announced that ICE cars will be allowed to compete in rallycross alongside EVs starting in 2021. This marks the return of ICE cars to the pinnacle of rallycross after a period of exclusivity for electric vehicles. A maximum of 16 cars will be admitted in 2024, with championship points awarded for each heat race, semi-final, and final. The SuperPole shootout has been eliminated to reduce the impact of track evolution. Rallycross Promoter GmbH, the managing director Arne Dirks, expressed excitement for the new “Battle of Technologies” concept that combines both electric and combustion-engine cars. The switch to an all-electric platform in 2022 had seen limited entry numbers, and the season was paused following a fire at Lydden Hill. Investigations into the fire are ongoing. Johan Kristoffersson secured his sixth World RX title in the EV-powered RX1e class, while combustion-powered Supercars continued to be used in Euro RX1. The sole supplier for all FIA rallycross categories will now be Hoosier Racing Tire, replacing Cooper.
