History 1990s

1995 International Swedish Rally (Sweden)

Overview Route Results Cars Challenges

Overview

Event Name: 1995 International Swedish Rally (Sweden)

Date: February 10–12, 1995

Start Location: Karlstad, Sweden

Finish Location: Karlstad, Sweden

Total Distance: 448.00 km of special stages

Surface: Snow and Ice

The 1995 International Swedish Rally was an exciting test of both car performance and driver skill, with Kenneth Eriksson emerging victorious in his Mitsubishi Lancer Evo II. The rally’s icy and snowy conditions made for tricky driving, with competitors having to manage both grip and speed throughout the stages. Eriksson’s controlled aggression and his team's tire management gave them an edge over the competition, as he secured a dominant win on the snow-packed roads of Sweden.

Route

Värmullsåsen: Fast, flowing stages with significant snow buildup, testing the car’s suspension and handling.
Klarälvsbanan: A mix of long straights and sharp corners, where tire management became a crucial factor as conditions fluctuated.
Rämmen: A shorter, tighter stage with narrow snow-covered paths, demanding excellent control of the throttle and brakes.

The Swedish stages were renowned for their high-speed nature, requiring precision on the slippery snow and ice:

Eriksson’s strategy was built around smooth, steady driving and adapting to the constantly changing road surfaces—snow and ice made traction unpredictable throughout the event.

🏆 Results

Overall Winner
Kenneth Eriksson & Staffan Parmander · Mitsubishi Lancer Evo II
2nd Place
Carlos Sainz & Luis Moya · Subaru Impreza 555
3rd Place
Didier Auriol & Bernard Occelli · Toyota Celica Turbo 4WD

Eriksson's victory came after a tightly contested event, with Sainz and Auriol pushing him to the limit. However, Eriksson’s careful handling of the snowy conditions kept him in control throughout the rally.

Navigation & Challenges

  • Snow and Ice: The Swedish winter roads tested every aspect of car control, especially when navigating high-speed sections where the ice was most unpredictable.
  • Throttling Precision: Drivers had to master the throttle to maintain speed without spinning out, as the snow-covered roads made every inch of traction valuable.
  • Car Setup: Suspension setup was key to maintaining stability on the icy roads, and teams had to adjust settings to balance grip and speed.

The 1995 International Swedish Rally was a true test of technical driving and car management, and Kenneth Eriksson’s smooth driving and precise control earned him a hard-fought victory on the snowy roads of Sweden.

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