๐ฃ๐ฒ๐๐๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐ฆ๐ผ๐น๐ฏ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ด, ๐๐ต๐ฒ ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ฏ ๐ช๐ผ๐ฟ๐น๐ฑ ๐ฅ๐ฎ๐น๐น๐ ๐๐ต๐ฎ๐บ๐ฝ๐ถ๐ผ๐ป, ๐ถ๐ ๐ฒ๐
๐ฝ๐น๐ผ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ฎ ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐๐๐ฟ๐ป ๐๐ผ ๐๐ต๐ฒ ๐ช๐ฅ๐ ๐ฎ๐ ๐ฎ ๐๐ฒ๐ฎ๐บ ๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ป๐ฐ๐ถ๐ฝ๐ฎ๐น.
Speaking to Norwegian outlet Parkferme, Solberg confirmed ongoing discussions but stressed that no agreements have been finalized yet. He noted that the project has been in development for some time, but progress must be made โstep by stepโ and nothing is guaranteed without a signed contract.
A potential link with Subaru is gaining momentum.
Rumours suggest Solberg may be negotiating with Subaruโthe brand with which he won his 2003 world titleโas the Japanese manufacturer is reportedly considering an official return to the WRC. Another possible route could involve Prodrive, though this seems less likely while the team remains committed to the Dacia Sandriders program. AutoSport reports that David Richards would only re-enter the WRC if it made sense as part of a manufacturer-backed project.
Upcoming regulation changes could create new opportunities.
With current WRC rules expiring at the end of 2026, new technical regulations starting in 2027 are expected to attract more manufacturers and independent teams. Solberg believes this shift is crucial for the future of the championship, bringing more brands, teams, and chances for drivers.
The Solberg family legacy continues.
Oliver Solberg, Petterโs son, will race for Toyota Gazoo Racing in the WRCโs top category in 2026, marking the familyโs continued presence at the highest level. Meanwhile, Petter continues to work from his base in Torsby, Sweden, hoping to have his team project ready ahead of the new 2027 regulations.