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June 2008


> Ford: Record-Breaking Ford Focus Awarded Abu Dhabi’s ‘Spirit of the Rally’.

> M–Sport: Locals triumph in Turkey as Çetinkaya makes history.

> PWRC: Aigner gobbles up P-WRC hat-trick in Turkey.

> Ford: Ford Focus Powess to WRC Century in Turkey.

>Munchi: Munchi’s motor to top-10 finishes and more manufacturer points.

> Ford: Ford's Turkish delight as Hirvonen and Latvala seal 1-2 finish.

> Stobart: Stobart crews on fire in roasting Turkish conditions.

> Subaru: SWRT head into summer break confident of development programme.

> Stobart: Galli retires from Rally of Turkey.

> Subaru: Solberg keeps sixth after second day of development for SWRT.

> Ford: Hirvonen and Latvala capitalise on tactical ploy to lead in Turkey.

> Stobart: Stobart crews roast in Turkish leaderboard.

> Suzuki: Suzuki retires after strong early showing at Rally of Turkey.

> Subaru: Solberg in sixth after hostile first day of competition in Turkey.

> Suzuki: Suzuki enjoys a strong day in the Turkish sunshine.

> Ford: Ford drivers play tactical mastercard after dominating in Turkey.

> Stobart: Tip-top Turkish tactics reward Stobart crews.

> Stobart: Stobart crews get their first serving of Turkey.

> M–Sport: Grönholm to support FST International prize.

> MSA: MSA Club Child Protection Officers.

> M–Sport: FSTi steams towards Turkey for Round 2 action.

> Munchi: Villagra and Clark have the Munchi’s for some Turkish delight.

> Suzuki: Suzuki hopes for delight on Turkish Rally .

> Stobart: Stobart aiming for a trio of strikes in Turkey .

> Ford: Ford aims to find a taste for Turkey as WRC reaches midpoint .

> Subaru: Back-to-back baptism as new Impreza put to second test.

> Ford: New Subaru Impreza Awarded ABU Dhabi ‘Spirit of the Rally’.

> Ford: BP-Ford ABU Dhabi Stage Dramatic Greek Recovery.

> PWRC: Second P–WRC victory of season for Aigner in Greece.

> Subaru: Silverware for SWRT on all-new Impreza’s debut.

> Suzuki: Suzuki at its strongest with the SX4 WRC taking Acropolis points.

>Munchi: Points result slips away from Munchi’s in Greece .

> Stobart: Galli collects ‘Colin McRae Trophy’ in Greece.

> Ford: Hirvonen takes podium for Ford on gruelling Acropolis Rally .

> Stobart: Wilson finishes as Stobart’s Greek god.

May 2008


> Suzuki: Suzuki maintains top 10 position on the toughest day of the season.

> Subaru: Solberg snatches second as new Impreza shows its promise.

> Ford: BP-Ford Abu Dhabi’s Greek Tragedy Poised for Happy Ending.

> Stobart: Summer loving Solberg rocks out in Greece.

> Ford: Survival is the name of the game for Ford duo in rocky Greece.

> Subaru: New Impreza’s debut brings podium after day one in Greece.

> Ford: Abu Dhabi’S Al Qassimi up and Running in Epic Rally of Greece.

> Suzuki: Suzuki in the top 10 on the toughest event of the year.

> Ford: Ford trio on the rocks after opening day setbacks in Greece.

> Stobart: Solberg’s Greased Lightning for Stobart on opening day.

> Ford: Petals, Pedals and Silver Medals for Ford Focus at Chelsea Flower Show.

> Suzuki: Suzuki takes on the rough roads of Greece.

> Stobart: World Rally Championship stars cycle Britain for a cause.

> Ford: Going gets tough as Ford strives to add to win record in Greece .

> Stobart: Greece is the word for Stobart crews.

> Munchi: Munchi’s arrange Acropolis attack with home advantage.

> Subaru: SWRT replace saloon with hatchback for WRC classic.

> Subaru: Impreza WRC2008 to launch in Greece.

> WRC: Magneti Marelli to become new sponsor of WRC.

> MSA: MSA Council opens nominations for membership of Specialist Committees.

> Ford: BP-Ford ABU DHABI Dons Hirvonen & Latvala Secure rally Sardinia Podiums to Protect Series Lead.

> Suzuki: Debut victory for Kosciuszko in Sardinia .

> M–Sport: Victorious Vytautas earns opening FSTi win on Emerald coast.

> JWRC: J-WRC debut win for Kosciuszko in Sardinia.

> Subaru: SWRT leave Sardinia consoled by third position in the title hunt.

> Suzuki: Andersson underlines Suzuki SX4 WRC¹s reliability .

> Munchi: Munchi’s extend gap in Manufacturers’ Championship.

> Stobart: Stobart sparkle on Sardinia’s emerald coast as Galli finishes fourth.

> Ford: Double podium in Sardinia keeps Ford ahead in world title race.

> Subaru: Coldest Sardinia yet turns up the heat on SWRT.

> Ford: Rally Sardinia’S ABU DHABI Gladiators Turn Up The Heat on Loeb.

> Suzuki: Andersson hopes to prove a point on Rally dčItalia Sardegna .

> Ford: Latvala sets six of the best as flying Fords dominate in Sardinia .

> Stobart: Stobart strike back with Galli in Sardinia.

> Subaru: Solberg emerges on top after three-way tussle for podium step.

> Suzuki: Suzuki drivers make a solid start in Sardinia.

> Ford: Day of Drama for BP-Ford ABU DHABI Trio.

> Stobart: Galli glides back into form on opening day of Rally d’Italia Sardegna.

> Ford: Ford's Finns remain solid after tricky opening day in Sardinia.

> Suzuki: Suzuki drivers cross the start ramp in Sardinia.

> MSA: MSA e-Wheels May 2008.

> M–Sport: FSTi to kick-start in Costa Smeralda.

> Subaru: Crews limber up for a long, hot summer as the Mediterranean beckons.

> Suzuki: Suzuki aims to make use of precious Sardinian experience.

> Munchi: Munchi’s muster for Mediterranean mission.

> Ford: Ford bids to bring Finnish sparkle to Sardinia's Emerald Coast.

> Stobart: Galli and Wilson seek points for Stobart in sunny Sardinia.

> Stobart: Duval tackles three tarmac tests for Stobart.

April 2008


> Suzuki: Suzuki man Niegel takes points on his JWRC debut.

> Ford: Ford Focus cars pack leaderboard on Jordan Rally.

> JWRC: Two out of Two for Ogier in Jordan.

> Munchi: Points for Villagra and dream finish for Clark in Jordan.

> Subaru: Chris Atkinson secured a podium finish on the final day of the Jordan Rally.

> WRC: Abu Dhabi Spirit of the Rally Award.

> Ford: Hirvonen sweeps to Jordan win as Ford extends world series lead .

> Stobart: Super Solberg spears Stobart to success in Jordan.

> Suzuki: Suzuki take positives from tough Jordan Rally .

> Subaru: Chris Atkinson and Stéphane Prévot hold fourth position.

> Suzuki: Suzuki and Andersson enjoy trouble-free day two in Jordan.

> Ford: Latvala and Hirvonen geared up for last leg showdown in Jordan .

> Stobart: Wilson leads the way as Stobart fill Jordan top-ten.

> Suzuki: Tricky start for Suzuki in Jordan.

> Subaru: Jordan strikes during a gruelling first day of rallying.

> Ford: Clever tactics put Ford's Finns into perfect position in Jordan.

> Stobart: Wilson leads Stobart brigade in Jordan.

> Subaru: Petter Solberg made the first Global Ambassador for Peace Through Sport.

> Suzuki: Suzuki SX4 WRC gets underway in Jordan.

> Munchi: Clark makes maiden WRC voyage with Munchi’s in Jordan.

> Munchi: Companc hits 30 in Jordan’s Middle Eastern challenge.

> Suzuki: A step into the unknown for Suzuki.

> Ford: Ford hunts for highs among the lowlands of Jordan's Dead Sea.

> Subaru: SWRT readied for sand, sea and salt in WRC-first.

> Stobart: Stobart jaunt to Jordan for demanding desert challenge.

> Stobart: Stobart Motorsport – Trucking all over the world.

> WRC: FIA WRC Continues to Capture New Audiences.

> WRC: Alexandre Gueschir joins ISC as Sporting & Commercial Director.

March 2008


> Munchi: Villagra posts personal best on Munchi’s home soil.

> PWRC: Aigner dances to debut P-WRC victory in Argentina.

> Suzuki: Suzuki takes away valuable lessons from a rain-swept Argentina.

> Ford: Ford maintains world series lead after gruelling Rally Argentina.

> Subaru: Joy and heartbreak for SWRT in ruthless Argentine finale.

> Stobart: Galli glides into points for Stobart.

> Suzuki: Suzuki climbs tricky learning curve in Argentina.

> Ford: Hirvonen fires Ford into top six as Argentina gets tough again.

> Subaru: SWRT team-mates battle head-to-head as Solberg snatches second.

> Stobart: Rock strewn stages stumps Stobart in Argentina.

> Suzuki: Mixed fortunes for Suzuki in Argentina.

> Ford: Hirvonen and Latvala deliver six of the best in Rally Argentina.

> Subaru: Top three positions for both Imprezas after stormy opener in Argentina.

> Stobart: Galli gallops to fourth in Argentina.

> Suzuki: Suzuki heads south to the Pampas.

> Ford: Passion in the pampas awaits Ford drivers on Argentine mission.

> Subaru: Most diverse challenge yet awaits crews in South America.

> Stobart: Stobart crews cruise to Córdoba for Argentine Attack.

> Munchi: High hopes for Munchi’s home soil showdown.

> JWRC: J-WRC driver Ogier makes history with WRC point.

> Suzuki: Change within management of the Suzuki World Rally Team.

> Ford: Ford stretches world championship lead in Rally Mexico.

> Subaru: Atkinson excels with highest WRC career finish as SWRT continue strong season.

> Stobart: Wilson seizes sixth with Stobart in Mexican spectacular.

> Munchi: Magic Munchi’s sweep up points in Mexico.

> JWRC: Ogier takes brilliant victory on J-WRC debut.

> Ford: Rally Mexico bites hard but Ford drivers hold firm in top five.

> Subaru: Atkinson challenges for the lead after wildly unpredictable second day in Mexico.

> Stobart: Wilson a day away from points with Stobart.

February 2008


> Suzuki: Rally Mexico proves tough for Suzuki.

> Ford: Latvala turns heat onto rivals to lead Rally Mexico for Ford.

> Subaru: Strong first day for SWRT amidst the rocky Mexican peaks.

> Stobart: Wilson sailing strong for Stobart as Galli slides away in Mexico.

> Suzuki: Suzuki off to a colourful start in Guanajuato.

> Suzuki: Gardemeister and Suzuki celebrate a Mexican fiesta!

> Munchi: Munchi’s kick off campaign Mexican style.

> Ford: Championship leader Ford aims to cut loose on Mexican gravel.

> Subaru: Gravel roads, new tyres and mountain peaks as SWRT goes West.

> Stobart: Stobart salsa to Mexico as Gringo Galli chases a gravel podium.

> Ford: Ford dominates Swedish Rally with podium clean sweep.

> PWRC: Hanninen takes Swedish P–WRC victory.

> Subaru: Solid points for SWRT after uncharacteristic Swedish Rally.

> Ford: Latvala creates rally history as Ford fills Swedish Rally podium.

> Stobart: Podium for Galli as Stobart race to second in Championship.

> Suzuki: Gardemeister takes Suzuki World Rally Team’s best result to date.

> Subaru: Petter up to fourth after more fall victim to the conditions.

> Ford: Latvala retains lead as five Fords fill top six in Swedish Rally.

> Stobart: Galli slides into podium spot for Stobart.

> Suzuki: Gardemeister maintains Suzuki’s points-scoring run.

> Subaru: Solberg starts well after a demanding day in Sweden.

> Ford: Six of the best for Latvala as Ford takes charge of Swedish Rally.

> Stobart: Stobart sweep up Swedish scoreboard.

> Suzuki: Gardemeister in the points for Suzuki at end of day one.

> Stobart: Solberg starts ahead for Stobart in Sweden Super Special.

> Suzuki: Safe start for Suzuki at Swedish Rally superspecial.

> M–Sport: Stan Palmer Ford release limited edition M–Sport Fiesta TDCi.

> MSA: Britain’s Rally Elite selected for 2008.

> Subaru: SWRT to come out fighting for the season’s only specialist snow rally.

> Ford: Ford aims to warm up Sweden’s winter with Focus performance.

> Stobart: Stobart set for snowy sprint in Sweden.

> Suzuki: Suzuki aims for more points on the snowy stages of Sweden.

January 2008


> Subaru: SWRT in a nail–biting climax to Rallye Monte Carlo.

> Ford: Hirvonen begins WRC campaign with podium in Monte Carlo.

> Stobart: Super start for Stobart as Duval tops the timesheets.

> Suzuki: Suzuki World Rally Team delighted by points finish on Monte Carlo debut.

> Subaru: All to play for on final day of Rallye Monte Carlo.

> Ford: Hirvonen climbs to second as Monte Carlo Rally heads for home.

> Stobart: Stobart keep their cool on Ardeche ice.

> Suzuki: Suzuki in the provisional points on the Monte Carlo Rally.

> Subaru: Monte Carlo, Sardinia and three drivers, all in the same day for SWRT.

> Ford: Hirvonen closes on second place for Ford in French mountains.

> Stobart: Stobart steady the ship at Monte.

> Suzuki: Suzuki continues to make progress on tricky asphalt of Monte Carlo Rall.

> Subaru: An icy start to Rallye Monte Carlo.

> Ford: Hirvonen lies third for Ford after icy start to new WRC season.

> Stobart: Stobart shine on opening extravaganza.

> Suzuki: Suzukis finish day one safely as the World Rally adventure begins.

> Stobart: Galli gives up name for charity.

> WRC: Glamorous launch for WRC 2008 season in Monaco.

> Subaru: SWRT out to seize opportunities in Monte Carlo.

> Ford: Champion Ford geared up for tough start on Rallye Monte Carlo.

> Stobart: Stobart gears up for season opening spectacle.

> Suzuki: Suzuki World Rally Team embarks on first full season of world rallying.

> Stobart: Stobart unveils funky new livery.

> M–Sport: Solberg shines on front–wheel–drive debut.

> M–Sport: M–Sport claim 2007 Rally Business of the Year title.

> Ford: World Champion Ford Reveals new look for 2008 Focus RS World Rally Car.

> Subaru: Martin signs as test driver for the Subaru World Rally Team.

December 2007


> Stobart: Stobart gears up for another super season with a new face onboard.

> Stobart: Stobart’s super season in review

> Ford: Ford Confirms New High Performance Focus RS is on the way.

> Ford: Ford Reveals New Team for Next Season in WRC

> WRC: Wilks wins home rally; Arai clinches P–WRC title laurels

> Ford: Ford leads from start to finish to dominate Rally GB

> Clark: Clark shines in four–wheel drive debut

> Stobart: Wilson flies, Latvala dominates, as Stobart ends season in style

> Ford: World champions BP–Ford end season with 1–2 in Rally GB

> Subaru: Subaru secure third place in manufacture table.

> Munchi: Munchi’s end positive WRC debut

> Stobart: Latvala dominates the timesheets for Stobart on Rally GB

> Ford: Hirvonen continues to set hot pace for BP–Ford in Rally GB

> Subaru: Petter stays on target for the points whilst Pons moves up the leader board

November 2007


> Stobart: Wilson charges as team–mates wither under vicious weather

> Ford: Hirvonen stars on opening leg of Rally GB as Ford holds 1–2

> Subaru: All Subaru’s in top ten

> Ford: Michael Park << BEEF >> Trophy

> Clark: Clark steps–up for Welsh WRC challenge

> Stobart: Stobart sharks hungry for success in Wales

> Ford: Ford’s Finns strive for winning farewell in 150th start at Rally GB

> Subaru: Petter, We will push as hard as ever.

> Munchi: Fresh challenge in Wales for Munchi’s final attack

> Subaru: Impreza WRC2007 and special guest driver confirmed for Bettega Memorial Rallysprint

> Subaru World Rally Team launches first satellite navigation guide to Wales Rally GB

> WRC: McShea wins home event in Ireland

> Ford: Ford Wins WRC Manufacturers’ Titles Back to Back

> Ford: Ford wins second consecutive world title with Focus RS WRC

> Subaru: Petter secures 5th place for birthday weekend.

> Stobart: Latvala’s perfect podium launches Stobart ahead in Ireland

> Ford: Cautious Hirvonen steers steady path through Irish downpour

> Subaru: Petter Solberg moving in on fourth place.

> Stobart: Latvala sensational as Stobart seeks manufacturer glory

> Ford: Hirvonen steers clear of trouble as Irish roads take their toll

> Subaru: Petter Solber Celebrates birthday in 5th place.

> Stobart: Latvala third as two Stobarts hunt the points

> Stobart: Stobarts blast off at Rally Ireland with Belfast opening stage

> Ford: Europe Realigns Senior Motorsport and Performance Vehicles Management

> Ford: Loriaux wins top design award for Ford Focus rally car

> Ford: Title tension tightens as BP–Ford prepares for WRC finale

> Subaru: Subaru for Ireland

> Stobart: Stobart set to sparkle on the Emerald Isle

> WRC: P–WRC driver McShea announces new sponsor for Rally Ireland

> WRC: Abu Dhabi named as Official Destination Partner of FIA World Rally Championship

October 2007


> Ford Rally Japan Brief

> Ford Rally Japan Report

> Subaru Rally Japan Report

> Munchi Rally Japan Report

> Stobart Rally Japan Report

> Ford Rally Japan Leg 2

> Subaru Rally Japan Leg 2

> Stobart Rally Japan Leg 2

> Ford Rally Japan Leg 1

> Subaru Rally Japan Leg 1

> Stobart Rally Japan Leg 1

> Ford Rally Japan Preview

> Subaru Rally Japan Preview

> Munchi Rally Japan Preview

> Stobart Rally Japan Preview

> Subaru Rally France Report

> Ford Rally France Report

> Stobart Rally France Report

> Subaru Rally France Leg 2

> Ford Rally France Leg 2

> Stobart Rally France Leg 2

> Subaru Rally France Leg 1

> Ford Rally France Leg 1

> Stobart Rally France Leg 1

> Subaru Rally France Preview

> Ford Rally France Preview

> Stobart Rally France Preview

> Munchi Rally Spain Report

> Clark Rally Spain Report

> Subaru Rally Spain Report

> Ford Rally Spain Report

> Stobart Rally Spain Report

> Subaru Rally Spain Leg 2

> Ford Rally Spain Leg 2

> Stobart Rally Spain Leg 2

> Subaru Rally Spain Leg 1

> Ford Rally Spain Leg 1

> Stobart Rally Spain Leg 1

September 2007


> Ford Rally Spain Preview

> Subaru Rally Spain Preview

> Munchi Rally Spain Preview

> Stobart Rally Spain Preview

> Clark Rally Spain Preview

> Subaru Colin McRae

> Fords Gronholm to retire

> Ford Marcus Gronholm Biography

> Ford Timo Rautiainen Biography

> Subaru keeps Atkinson

> Ford Rally NZ Brief

> Subaru Rally NZ Report

> Ford Rally NZ Report

> Munchi Rally NZ Report

> Stobart Rally NZ Report

> Subaru Rally NZ Leg 2

> Ford Rally NZ Leg 2

> Stobart Rally NZ Leg 2

August 2007


> Subaru Rally NZ Leg 1

> Ford Rally NZ Leg 1

> Stobart Rally NZ Leg 1

> Subaru Rally New Zealand Preview

> Munchi Rally New Zealand Preview

> Ford Rally New Zealand Preview

> Stobart Rally New Zealand Preview

> Barry Clark Germany Report.

> Stobarts Rally Germany Report

> Ford Rally Germany Report

> Stobarts RallyGermany Leg 2

> Ford Rally Germany Leg 2

> Stobarts Rally Germany Leg 1

> Ford Rally Germany Leg 1

> Barry Clark Germany Preview.

> M–Sport Germany Preview

> Ford Rally Germany Preview

> Stobarts Germany Preview

> Barry Clark wins in Finland.

> Ford Rally New Focus wins

> Munchi Rally Finland Report

> Ford Rally Finland Report

> Stobarts Rally Finland Report

> Ford Rally Finland Leg 2

> Stobarts Rally Finland Leg 2

> Stobarts Rally Finland Leg 1

> Ford Rally Finland Leg 1

> Stobarts Rally Finland SS1

June 2007


> Stobarts Wilson trains with football club

> Munchi Rally Finland Preview

> Ford Rally Finland Preview

> Stobarts Rally Finland Preview

> Barry Clark for four in Finland.

> MSA Manx’s Rally Final Report

> Ford Focus 07 WRC the Technical Specification

> Ford Focus 07 WRC the Technology

> New Ford Focus 07 World Rally Car

> Stobarts Goodwood Final Report

> Stobarts Goodwood Preview

May 2007


> Munchi Rally Greece Final Report

> Stobarts Rally Greece Final Report

> Stobarts Rally Greece Leg 2 Report

> Stobarts Rally Greece Leg 1 Report

> Stobarts Rally Greece Update after SS1

> Munchi Rally Greece Update

> Stobarts Rally Greece Preview

> Munchi Rally Greece Preview

> MSA Jim Clark Rally Final Report

Old News


> Rally Sardina 2007

> Rally Sardina Preview 2007

> Rally of the Lakes 2007

> Argentina 2007

> Argentina Preview 2007

> Pirelli International 2007

> Circuit of Ireland National 2007

> Rally Portugal 2007

> Rally Portugal Preview 2007

> Loeb 30 wins

> Rally Mexico 2007

> Rally Mexico Preview 2007

> The new Subaru Impreza 2007

> Rally Norway 2007

> Rally Galway 2007

> M-Sport and Us 2006