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Overview Achievements Vehicles Style & Legacy Teamwork

Overview

Thierry Neuville, born in 1988 in Sankt Vith, Belgium, emerged in the early 2010s as one of rallying’s brightest new stars. After gaining attention with the Citroën Junior Team, Neuville joined the M-Sport Ford squad in 2013, finishing runner-up in the championship. His career-defining move came in 2014 when he became the lead driver for the newly reformed Hyundai Motorsport. Over the decade, he established himself as Sébastien Ogier’s most consistent challenger, delivering multiple rally victories and keeping Hyundai in title contention year after year.

🏆 Major Achievements

Neuville’s ability to consistently fight for podiums made him the backbone of Hyundai’s modern WRC success.

Vehicle Highlights

Ford Fiesta RS WRC: Took his breakthrough 2013 season podiums with M-Sport.
Hyundai i20 WRC / i20 Coupe WRC: The car with which he claimed all of his 2010s victories.

Neuville became synonymous with Hyundai’s rally program, shaping the car’s development alongside his engineering team.

Driving Style & Legacy

Neuville is known for his smooth, precise driving style, which maximizes tire life and minimizes errors. His ability to control rallies under pressure made him one of the most respected competitors of the decade. While the elusive drivers’ title escaped him in the 2010s, his consistency and determination earned him a place among the era’s elite.

Navigation & Teamwork

Long-time co-driver Nicolas Gilsoul was essential to Neuville’s success throughout the decade. Their communication and trust were critical in maintaining pace across diverse conditions, especially during high-pressure championship battles against Ogier and other top rivals.

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