When Linhberg posted this random snap I immediately thought about this picture. I had it for ages on my computer and the thought alone was more than enough reason to share it with you. -Jeroen Willemsen
Rally. -Linhbergh James Lipman
Continuing our rallying coverage, Rally site, eWRC.cz, has posted some great images of Kimi Raikkonens recent test in Finland in his new WRC ride, the Red Bull sponsored Citroen C4 WRC. Kimi’s preparations continue later this week on the Arctic Lapland Rally. Perfect preparation for Rally Sweden, the first round of the 2010 World Rally Championship
It may not be AWD, but when I found this photo in the Mitsubishi archive I knew I had to post it here. This epic shot of Andrew Cowan landing in his Mitsubishi Lancer 1600 GSR was taken at the 1975 Safari Rally in Africa. Those Evos we are so familiar with wouldn't be here without Mitsubishi's experience doing stuff like this... -Mike Garrett
When they weren't building rotary engines and lightweight sports cars, Mazda also ventured into the AWD turbo side of things with their Mazda 323 GT-X and GT-R (also known as the Familia in Japan). The car never became as popular as the Mitsubishis and Subarus, but it still was still used by rally racers across the planet. This photo was taken in
...but used for levitation! Since this is the start of an awesome AWD themed month, I figure we would start off with something a bit light hearted and fun. To add a bit more fun, view this shot while listening to the, also, iconic "The Thieving Magpie," by classical composer, Gioachino Rossini. It accompanies this shot quite perfectly! Image
Subaru enthusiasts can get pretty crazy about rallying, and to illustrate that point, check out this Subaru Sambar kei truck that has been decked out in full '08 Subaru WRC livery complete with a rally style rear spoiler, roof scoop, roll bar, and what look to be Prodrive wheels. Even better, the custom body work has added Impreza-like fender flares