Stephane Sarrazin and Brice Tirabassi could share a third works Subaru in the 2009 WRC

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According to sources within Prodrive it appears that Stephane Sarrazin is not only planning a return to rallying in the IRC in Monte Carlo (in a Peugeot Sport 207), but is also hoping to be Subaru’s Duval – that is replace either Petter or more likely Atkinson on asphalt events to score manufacturer points.

However, what is more likely, is that he will be part of Subaru’s B… Continue reading

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Petter Solberg Subaru gravel test videos from Gernika Spain ahead of Rally Japan and GB

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Petter Solberg spent two days gravel testing in Spain this week in the Subaru S14 WRC.

Solberg declared himself happy, after the test, with the new Ohlins suspension technology and also this week said he would stay with Subaru for 2009 ending much speculation.

The test was carried out in mainly wet conditions, according to www.wrcisfree.com, which should help for the next two rounds in Japan and GB where… Continue reading

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Subaru WRT have commenced an agreement with Ohlins and are expected to use the new dampers from Rally Japan onwards

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Subaru WRT have recently begun a long-term development partnership with damper firm Ohlins and will hopefully use the new equipment from Rally Japan onwards, according to Motorsport News.

The team have used BOS dampers for a considerable number of years and these have been attributed… Continue reading

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