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1960 RAC Rally (United Kingdom)

Overview Route Results Cars Challenges

Overview

Often referred to as the "Rally of the Forests," the 1960 RAC Rally was a cornerstone event in the British rallying calendar. Featuring a complex mix of tarmac and unpaved forest stages, it pushed competitors through the UK’s most rugged and unpredictable driving terrain, all under the pressures of late autumn weather.

Event Name: 1960 RAC Rally (Rally of Great Britain)

Date: November 1960

Start/Finish Location: Blackpool, England

Total Distance: Over 2,000 kilometers

Stages: Over 40 special stages across England, Wales, and Scotland

Entrants: Over 180 crews

Route

Lake District & Snowdonia: Narrow tarmac roads combined with slippery climbs and descents.
Welsh Forests: Loose gravel stages in Hafren and Myherin forests tested traction and bravery.
Scottish Highlands: Technical navigation through fog and cold, with remote service points.

The rally covered a diverse loop across Great Britain, featuring rapid transitions between stage types and unpredictable surfaces that made the event a challenge even for seasoned pros.

🏆 Results

Overall Winner
Erik Carlsson · Saab 96
2nd Place
Tom Trana · Volvo PV544
3rd Place
Peter Procter · Ford Anglia

Erik Carlsson’s mastery of the front-wheel-drive Saab once again proved decisive on muddy and technical forest stages. His calm under pressure and fearless pace in poor weather conditions defined his win.

Navigation & Challenges

The 1960 RAC Rally was a benchmark for endurance and skill in mixed conditions, marking another dominant outing for Scandinavian rally drivers and front-wheel-drive innovation.

  • Fog and Rain: Classic British weather created treacherous driving conditions throughout.
  • Stage Variety: Constant shifts between narrow tarmac and loose forest roads required adaptable setups.
  • Night Driving: Key sections ran in darkness, increasing pressure on pace notes and headlights.
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