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Oliver Solberg Welcomes Toyota Celica WRC Revival for 2027

Oliver Solberg Welcomes Toyota Celica WRC Revival for 2027
World Sports · 05:34:53 - Saturday, 7 November 2026

Oliver Solberg has expressed enthusiasm for Toyota's planned revival of the historic Celica name in the World Rally Championship for the 2027 season. The Japanese manufacturer intends to bring back the iconic model as part of its future WRC program, marking a return to a nameplate that last competed in the series in the late 1990s. Solberg, a rising star in rallying, welcomed the news, noting the Celica's legacy and the opportunity to compete with a legendary badge. The announcement was reported on November 4, 2026, as part of Toyota's long-term motorsport strategy.

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