Industry insiders believe that Subaru has suffered a decline in sales in Europe following the company's withdrawal from the WRC, and company bosses are keen to reclaim their market share from Toyota.Toyota's successful return to the WRC in 2017 – when they won their second event – may well be the catalyst for Subaru's much-anticipated return. There has already been reports that Mitsubishi are eyeing a return to the World Rally Championship, as reported in RallySport Magazine last month.
Aussie Chris Atkinson was part of the legendary Subaru World Rally Team in the WRC.
"I've seen plenty of stories and photos in the press over the years, and while I'd love to see a return to the WRC, until anything is officially announced, it's all just speculation."Rowley added that Subaru Australia had yet to decide on their plans for the 2019 Australian Rally Championship, and that their sole focus was on next week's Rally Australia, and maximising their performance there.
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