Elfyn Evans outlines challenges for WRC Rally Scotland after test event
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 10:52 AM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Elfyn Evans points to fast gravel stages as a major challenge for crews competing in the 2027 WRC Rally Scotland. This feedback follows his participation in the Grampian Forest Rally in Aberdeenshire, which served as a test event for the FIA candidate rally. The insights from drivers suggest that Rally Scotland will present significant difficulties, emphasizing the unique nature of its terrain. Preparations for the rally are underway as it moves closer to full inclusion in the championship calendar.
- •Elfyn Evans participated in the Grampian Forest Rally as a test for Rally Scotland.
- •The rally features fast gravel stages that will challenge drivers in 2027.
- •Drivers' feedback will inform preparations for the World Rally Championship event.
- •The FIA test event took place last weekend in Aberdeenshire.
- 10:52 AMMotorsport.com — What to expect from WRC Rally Scotland after FIA test event
- 10:41 AMAutosport — What to expect from WRC Rally Scotland after FIA test event
"Rally Scotland will deliver fast gravel stages and prove to be quite the challenge for World Rally Championship crews in 2027, according to Elfyn Evans. The World Rally Championship points leader was among a group of drivers that took part in the British Rally Championship’s Grampian Forest Rally held in Aberdeenshire, last weekend, which also acted as the FIA’s Rally Scotland candidate ...Keep reading
"Rally Scotland will deliver fast gravel stages and prove to be quite the challenge for World Rally Championship crews in 2027, according to Elfyn Evans. The WRC points leader was among a group of World Rally Championship drivers that took part in the British Rally Championship’s Grampian Forest Rally held in Aberdeenshire, last weekend, which also acted as the FIA’s Rally Scotland ...Keep reading
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External links- Motorsport.comAug 10, 2026, 10:52 AMWhat to expect from WRC Rally Scotland after FIA test event
Rally Scotland will deliver fast gravel stages and prove to be quite the challenge for World Rally Championship crews in 2027, according to Elfyn Evans. The WRC points leader was among a group of World Rally Championship drivers that took part in the British Rally Championship’s Grampian Forest Rally held in Aberdeenshire, last weekend, which also acted as the FIA’s Rally Scotland ...Keep reading
- AutosportAug 10, 2026, 10:41 AMWhat to expect from WRC Rally Scotland after FIA test event
Rally Scotland will deliver fast gravel stages and prove to be quite the challenge for World Rally Championship crews in 2027, according to Elfyn Evans. The World Rally Championship points leader was among a group of drivers that took part in the British Rally Championship’s Grampian Forest Rally held in Aberdeenshire, last weekend, which also acted as the FIA’s Rally Scotland candidate ...Keep reading
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