History Driver 2010s

Thierry Neuville

Overview

Thierry Neuville developed from a Citroën junior and M-Sport breakthrough driver into the central figure of Hyundai's WRC program.

Neuville's eventual world title came in 2024. This entry keeps that later achievement separate from his repeated 2010s title challenges.

πŸ† Major Achievements

2013 championship runner-up: Reached the podium seven times with M-Sport Ford.
2014 Rally Germany winner: Delivered Hyundai's first WRC victory.
Five runner-up seasons: Finished second in 2013 and every year from 2016 through 2019.

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.

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