Block back to the WRC

Gymkhana star Ken Block is planning to contest three WRC events this year, under his newly renamed Hoonigan Racing Division banner.

The YouTube sensation will not only compete in the WRC, however. His 2013 schedule will take in appearances in the X Games, Rally America, Gymkhana GRID and Global RallyCross. Block himself says he's fortunate to be given the opportunity to compete in sometimes wildly differing series'.

“Once again, I’m trying to fit in as much driving as possible. Unlike most drivers who only compete in one series, I’m very fortunate to be able to race in so many different disciplines. Between competing in X Games, Global RallyCross, Rally America, Gymkhana GRID and WRC, It’s going to be an awesome year. I can’t wait to get it started,” he said.

The Monster World Rally Team name will will be dropped in favour of the new Hoonigan Racing Division, derived from Block's well known 'hooning' ability. The striking new livery takes inspiration from many different places, ranging from 80's skateboarding styles to Miami Vice powerboats.

“With the name change to Hoonigan Racing Division, we wanted to take the look in a slightly different direction, one that has been inspired by my love of 80s and early 90s skateboarding graphics, as well as Miami Vice-era offshore powerboats and a dash of hair metal and old school hip hop mixed in for good measure.”

Block plans to contest the WRC events in his familiar Ford Fiesta RS WRC, with an even more striking colour scheme for 2013. Last year, he competed on a similar number of events and scored points of two of them, proving he can still cut it close to the sharp end even at the age of 45.

“For me it’s great to continue racing in the World Rally Championship. Last year I competed in three events and in two of them I finished within the top ten and scored points. I really enjoy being able to stay somewhat competitive in WRC, despite only competing part-time and not being able to log any testing in the car prior to the actual events. Hopefully I’ll be running a similar amount of WRC events in 2013.” he added.