Robert Kubica confirmed as having bought Kopecky’s Skoda Fabia WRC

Robert Kubica has bought a world rally car and is rumoured to be considering entering a round of this year’s championship.

The 24-year-old’s new mount is a Skoda Fabia WRC, formerly rallied by Czech driver Jan Kopecky. Reports say Kubica made the purchase for “private tests and fun.”

But rumours insist he may be planning a professional outing this year, possibly at the World Rally Championship’s round in his… Continue reading

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Killarney Rally of the Lakes 2009 preview: Eugene Donnelly is aiming for a top three result

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ITRC leader Eugene Donnelly is facing the prospect of having to tackle the super fast stages in Killarney this weekend, even though he never originally intended doing them with the giant killing Fabia.

Donnelly feels the car will be outpaced by the more modern WRC machinery and concedes that the aim this weekend is for a top three finish. He can never be underestimated though, and his performance… Continue reading

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Skoda Fabia S2000 test on tarmac with Jan Kopecky

Skoda continue their testing programme with Jan Kopecky the last couple of days on tarmac. Skoda have been testing the new car regularly over the last few months. Believed Oreca, the racing car specialists, are assisting with an aero package and engine development. The engine, which is a Seat WTCC unit, sounds more torquier than in previous tests. Other drivers involved in previous testing include Raimund Baumschlager and  Sebastian Lindholm… Continue reading

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