# Solberg Joins Toyota Celica WRC Revival

> Oliver Solberg excited to drive Toyota's historic Celica in 2027 WRC after title loss.
- Title: Solberg Joins Toyota Celica WRC Revival · Autosport | Shortify
- Summary: Oliver Solberg excited to drive Toyota's historic Celica in 2027 WRC after title loss. Oliver Solberg will drive Toyota's new Celica in 2027 WRC after losing…
- Keywords: oliver solberg, toyota, celica, wrc, 2027, rally1, elfyn evans, sami pajari, Autosport
- Source: Autosport — https://autosport.com/wrc/news/solberg-relishing-toyotas-historic-celica-wrc-revival-for-2027/10871515
- Author: Tom Howard
- Published: 2026-11-04T15:35:58+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: oliver solberg, toyota, celica, wrc, 2027, rally1, elfyn evans, sami pajari, sports, cars
## Solberg named for 2027 Celica
Oliver Solberg will drive Toyota's new Celica in 2027 WRC after losing 2026 title.
## Toyota Celica history
Toyota Celica won manufacturers' crowns in 1993 and 1994 with drivers Carlos Sainz, Juha Kankkunen, and Didier Auriol.
## 2027 WRC strategy
Toyota will split its six-car WRC effort into two teams: Celica and GR Yaris with drivers including Ott Tanak, Kalle Rovanpera, and Takamoto Katsuta.
## Solberg's 2026 title loss
Solberg lost 2026 WRC title by running off road in Sardinia final stage.
## Solberg's reaction
Solberg says he is proud of 2026 season despite title loss and believes the moment will boost rallying's profile.
## Solberg's 2027 goals
Solberg aims to win 2027 WRC title after claiming the hunger and belief to succeed.
## Key takeaway

Oliver Solberg will drive Toyota's new Celica in 2027 WRC after losing 2026 title.