What the competition is
Rallycross combines short races on mixed-surface circuits rather than the point-to-point timed stages of the World Rally Championship. The FIA’s 2026 announcement describes the European championship and a proposed global World Cup subject to approval. Those announcements do not justify inventing an unchanged 2026 World RX calendar. Historical races should retain the championship and rules of their own season.
Following the competition
When saving an event, verify the exact championship title, year and stage. World Rallycross and WRC are not interchangeable search terms. A historic World RX mark can help find archive material, but a current fixture needs the official 2026 competition entry. Keep heats and final results separate when reviewing a weekend.
| Detail | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Discipline | Rallycross, distinct from stage rallying. |
| 2026 direction | The FIA announced a European championship structure. |
| Proposed World Cup | Not an unconditional completed calendar announcement. |
| Legacy mark | Useful for historical World RX navigation. |
Questions about this guide
Is World Rallycross the same competition as WRC?
No. They are different motorsport disciplines.
Can the old World RX logo establish an unchanged 2026 schedule?
No. The FIA announced a transition.