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2000 Rally of Thailand (Thailand)

Overview Route Results Cars Challenges

Overview

Event Name: 2000 Rally of Thailand (Thailand)

Date: October 27–29, 2000

Start Location: Bangkok, Thailand

Finish Location: Bangkok, Thailand

Total Distance: ~800 km (estimated full route)

Competitive Stages: ~244 km

Surface: Gravel

The 2000 Rally of Thailand offered up a mix of dry, dusty trails and high humidity, posing a technical challenge for drivers in the final leg of the Asia-Pacific Rally Championship season. Malaysian rally star Karamjit Singh, in top form, steered his Proton Pert to victory with co-driver Allen Oh, taking a major step forward in establishing Proton as a serious contender in international rallying.

Route

Dry, Loose Surfaces: Reduced grip and deep dust clouds challenged braking zones and visibility.
Fast Mid-Speed Corners: Long sweeping bends with varying camber, crucial to maintain momentum through the dust.
Ruts and Washouts: Previous rainfall had created sections with significant erosion and rock exposure.

Thailand’s stages ran through plantation roads, loose gravel forestry trails, and red clay tracks. Common route characteristics included:

The humid tropical environment added an extra layer of fatigue to both drivers and cars, demanding careful setup and stamina management.

🏆 Results

Overall Winner
Karamjit Singh & Allen Oh · Proton Pert
2nd Place
Possum Bourne & Mark Stacey · Subaru Impreza WRX
3rd Place
Armin Kremer & Klaus Wicha · Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VI

Singh took command early and maintained control throughout, while Bourne kept the pressure on in the later stages. Kremer rounded out the podium with a solid, measured drive in increasingly dusty conditions.

Car Highlights

  • Proton Pert: Light and agile with Mitsubishi-derived drivetrain, Singh exploited its balance and torque to full effect.
  • Subaru Impreza WRX: Durable and composed, Bourne’s experience helped him manage the tough terrain, though he couldn’t match Singh’s pace.
  • Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VI: Reliable and quick, especially in straight-line sections, but required more finesse through tight transitions.

Navigation & Challenges

  • Visibility: Hanging dust from earlier cars made note timing critical, Singh benefited from clean air with his early lead.
  • Heat & Humidity: In-cabin temps pushed over 45°C, drivers and co-drivers needed careful hydration and pacing.
  • Changing Terrain: Dry dust turned to compact clay in shaded zones, creating uneven grip and surprise traction loss.

The Thailand win was a proud moment for Karamjit Singh and Proton, capping off a season of steady progression with a breakthrough victory in one of Asia’s toughest gravel events.

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