Rally History Archive

French rally driver who dominated the 2000s WRC scene, winning a record-breaking six consecutive drivers' titles from 2004 to 2009 with Citroën.

Finnish rally driver, WRC Drivers’ Champion in 2000 and 2002 with Peugeot; a gravel specialist who remained a title contender into the late 2000s with Ford.

Norwegian rally driver and the 2003 WRC Drivers’ Champion with Subaru; famed for charisma, resilience, and spectacular car control.

English rally driver and 2001 WRC Drivers’ Champion with Subaru; renowned for intelligence, tyre management, and disciplined pace.

Estonian rally driver and five-time WRC event winner in the early-to-mid 2000s; a pace-setter with Ford and Peugeot who helped inspire Estonia’s modern rally surge.

Finnish rally driver who emerged as Ford’s primary title challenger to Loeb in the late 2000s; renowned for consistency and calm execution.

Finnish rally driver who became one of the youngest WRC event winners; a raw-speed specialist who matured into a consistent podium force by decade’s end.

Spanish rally driver who became a key Citroën works team member in the late 2000s; valued for tarmac expertise and dependable podium scoring.

Belgian rally driver and one of the fastest tarmac specialists of the 2000s; drove for Ford, Citroën, and Škoda during his WRC career.

Finnish rally driver known for versatility and strong results across multiple manufacturers during the 2000s WRC era.

Finnish rally driver and father of 2020s WRC star Kalle Rovanperä; known for speed on gravel and mechanical sympathy in the 2000s.

Australian rally driver and Subaru works competitor in the mid-to-late 2000s; respected for rapid development and all-surface ability.

Austrian rally driver who achieved notable WRC success as a privateer in the 2000s; a consistent points scorer with occasional podiums.

Italian rally driver famed for flamboyant driving style and fearless stage commitment; a fan favorite in the mid-2000s WRC.

Norwegian rally driver and elder brother of 2003 WRC champion Petter Solberg; known for gravel prowess and consistent top-ten finishes.

Scottish rally legend and 1995 WRC champion who made selected appearances in the early 2000s; known for fearless commitment and maximum attack.

Spanish rally legend and two-time WRC champion who extended his competitive career into the 2000s; a model of consistency and technical expertise.

French tarmac specialist and key Citroën development driver in the early 2000s; remembered for precision and engineering input.

Belgian rally driver and tarmac specialist who made select WRC appearances in the early 2000s, often delivering strong sealed-surface performances.