Jari-Matti Latvala

Latvala’s ability to deliver victories across different manufacturers cemented him as one of the sport’s most versatile modern drivers.

• Ford Fiesta RS WRC: His primary weapon in the early 2010s, scoring multiple rally wins.
• Volkswagen Polo R WRC: Claimed some of his most dominant victories during VW’s peak era.
• Toyota Yaris WRC: Achieved Toyota’s first modern WRC win and fought for podiums throughout 2017–2019.

Latvala’s adaptability to vastly different car setups allowed him to stay competitive for over a decade in changing technical regulations.

Latvala is renowned for his maximum-attack approach — blisteringly quick when on form, but prone to mistakes when pushing too hard. Fans admired his fearless commitment and love for rallying, as well as his sportsmanship. He became a rally historian and ambassador for the sport, respected for his knowledge and enthusiasm as much as his driving skills.

Latvala enjoyed long-standing partnerships with co-drivers Miikka Anttila and Juho Hänninen. His collaboration with Anttila was particularly notable, lasting over 15 years and yielding the vast majority of his WRC successes. Their chemistry in the car was a cornerstone of his career longevity.