Will Proton make a debut in the World Rally Championship for the 2010 season? Apparently this is a possibility, and Proton is actually working at making this happen, according to Proton director Datuk Haji Abdul Razak Dawood. He says a successful WRC program could establish Proton’s brand and reputation in Europe the same way it helped Subaru in the 90s.
According to Datuk Haji, a Proton Satria Neo in the WRC could possibly turn it into a cult car with a following like what Subaru enjoyed with the WRX. If the proposed WRC regulation revisions to a “S2000+ spec” becomes official, it would allow Proton to compete in the WRC with a much smaller budget and compete against the big boys like Ford and Citroen. All that needs to be done is to upgrade the existing MEM Satria Neo S2000 (shown above) to whatever the S2000+ spec is.
2003 World Champion Petter Solberg is said to be in talks with Proton for a 2010 season. He will be testing the MEM Satria Neo S2000 car sometime in February, and according to him the Proton is a nice and detailed car. He says he has met with Proton but nothing about the proposed 2010 season has been finalised yet. There is also word about Solberg racing in a Citroen C4 instead, but he says that deal has not been finalised yet either.
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AI-generated Summary ✨
Comments express cautious optimism about Proton's potential WRC debut with Petter Solberg, highlighting the move as a significant marketing and exposure opportunity for Proton. Many believe Solberg's involvement could enhance Proton's international profile despite doubts about the team's competitiveness and financial constraints. Some comments question the feasibility and costs, suggesting Proton might only enter if supported by sponsors like Petronas. There is also support for local rally drivers like Karamjit Singh, emphasizing national pride, and skepticism about Proton's financial health and market success abroad. Overall, sentiments are a mix of hope and realism, with some appreciating the boldness but others criticizing the risks and questioning the timing amid economic challenges. The comments reflect strong interest and regional pride regarding Proton's rally ambitions.