Why Scotland deserves more support
The Rally of Scotland is one of the IRC's finest events and delivered an epic last weekend. Yet its entry remains painfully small. David Evans asks why it's not getting the support it deserves
Craigvinean forest, high above the high road to the Highlands. On a crisp autumn morning. With an even crisper engine note barking its way through the woods, all naturally aspirated noisiness. Is there a better way to start a Saturday?
No.
For the second year in succession, the Rally of Scotland delivered a fantastic event. And, once again, the competitors stayed away in their droves. This year's event was 15 cars down on last year. And last year the starting flag was only used 36 times...
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