Project Rally One begins testing new WRC27 car for future championship
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 5, 2026, 8:35 AM
Last updated Sep 5, 2026
Project Rally One has officially commenced testing its newly developed World Rally Championship challenger. The vehicle, designed to meet the upcoming WRC27 technical specifications, marks the entry of a new constructor into the sport. Founded by engineer Lionel Hansen, former FIA rally director Yves Matton, and Prospeed, the group aims to complete the car's design, build, and homologation processes. This testing phase precedes the team’s planned debut in the championship's next cycle. The organization is currently working toward a full entry for the start of the next series, leveraging the combined expertise of its founders to prepare for competition. Further development will continue as the team works to meet the necessary regulations for future WRC participation.
- •Project Rally One has started testing its new WRC27-specification rally car.
- •The project was founded by Lionel Hansen, Yves Matton, and Prospeed.
- •The team is working toward a competitive debut for the start of the next championship cycle.
- •The development program includes full design, build, and homologation of the new vehicle.
- 8:35 AMMotorsport.com — New WRC constructor begins testing 2027 car
- 8:35 AMAutosport — New WRC constructor begins testing 2027 car
"Project Rally One has commenced testing its all-new 2017 World Rally Championship challenger ahead of its debut next year. Founded by experienced motorsport engineer Lionel Hansen, former FIA rally director and Citroen WRC boss Yves Matton and Prospeed, Project Rally One announced plans to design, build and homologate a WRC27-specification car for the start of the championship’s next ...Keep reading
"Project Rally One has commenced testing its all-new 2017 World Rally Championship challenger ahead of its debut next year. Founded by experienced motorsport engineer Lionel Hansen, former FIA rally director and Citroen WRC boss Yves Matton and Prospeed, Project Rally One announced plans to design, build and homologate a WRC27-specification car for the start of the championship’s next ...Keep reading
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External links- Motorsport.comSep 5, 2026, 8:35 AMNew WRC constructor begins testing 2027 car
Project Rally One has commenced testing its all-new 2017 World Rally Championship challenger ahead of its debut next year. Founded by experienced motorsport engineer Lionel Hansen, former FIA rally director and Citroen WRC boss Yves Matton and Prospeed, Project Rally One announced plans to design, build and homologate a WRC27-specification car for the start of the championship’s next ...Keep reading
- AutosportSep 5, 2026, 8:35 AMNew WRC constructor begins testing 2027 car
Project Rally One has commenced testing its all-new 2017 World Rally Championship challenger ahead of its debut next year. Founded by experienced motorsport engineer Lionel Hansen, former FIA rally director and Citroen WRC boss Yves Matton and Prospeed, Project Rally One announced plans to design, build and homologate a WRC27-specification car for the start of the championship’s next ...Keep reading
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