Toyota’s victory in the World Rally Championship (WRC) is a highlight that marks a new chapter in the history of motorsport. The Japanese manufacturer has secured the 2026 constructors’ title, a milestone that equals Lancia’s historic record as the most successful brand in this competition.
The title obtained in Chile represents Toyota’s tenth triumph in the WRC, consolidating its supremacy with its sixth consecutive crown, a journey that began in 2021. With two races still to be held this season, Toyota has established itself as the dominant force in the championship, adding previous titles in 1993, 1994, 1999, and 2018.
The GR Yaris car has been the model to beat since the implementation of the current Rally1 rules in 2022, with 56 victories in 77 rallies held so far. Historically, Lancia had maintained the record for constructors’ titles with a total of ten, achieved over three decades.
Juha Kankkunen, deputy team director and former world champion driver, has expressed his satisfaction with this success. Kankkunen has been a key pillar in achieving the titles of 2025 and 2026 and had previously contributed to the team’s victories in 1993 and 1994. In total, he has been an active part of nine constructors’ titles.
The head of the Toyota group, Akio Toyoda, also referenced the season’s successes, including two consecutive victories by Takamoto Katsuta and other records achieved by the team’s drivers. The combination of efforts within the team has been crucial to achieving this new title, an example of teamwork and healthy competition among the drivers.
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