The 2025 World Rally Championship season kicks off in just over a week. Meaning it’s a good time to predict some things about the upcoming season. This article will give some predictions for the Hyundai Shell Mobis WRT.
Thierry Neuville
I can’t see Neuville winning the championship again this season. Not with Kalle Rovanperä back in the mix full-time. Neuville won last season largely because of his consistency. Rovanperä is both consistent and fast. Neuville will still be good this season, I can easily see him finishing top three in the championship. However, if he doesn’t find some more speed winning the championship again will be out of the question.
Ott Tänak
Tänak is one of two drivers in the championship who I feel can keep up with Rovanperä, the other being Sebastien Ogier. However, Tänak’s biggest downfall is consistency. Sure some of his accidents last season weren’t directly caused by his driving. Plus he was very good at the events he didn’t have an incident in. If Tänak can find a bit more consistency in my opinion he could give Rovanperä a run for his money.
Adrien Fourmaux
Fourmaux is a bit of a mixed bag for me. He showed incredible improvement last season for M-Sport. That should continue into this season. However, I question how he will adapt to the i20, and I wonder how the team will utilize the Frenchman. Sure Cyril Abiteaboul doesn’t seem to like team orders. However, at this point in time, Fourmaux is the team’s third driver and likely won’t be competing for the driver’s championship. That being said I do see Fourmaux winning at least one event this season alongside having a handful of podiums.
Team
Hyundai could win the manufacturer’s championship this season. Something the team failed to secure last season. However, as previously mentioned Toyota will have Rovanperä back full-time this season. In addition to Sebastien Ogier at select events once again. It won’t be an easy feat for Hyundai, but it is possible. All three Hyundai drivers need to be at the top of their game all season long if they want a chance at the Manufacturer’s championship.