Overview

• The newly created position takes effect immediately and covers the remainder of 2025 and the 2026 season.
• Wheatley will report to Hyundai president and team principal Cyril Abiteboul and will debut at the Central European Rally this weekend.
• He will collaborate with François-Xavier Demaison, Pablo Marcos and Jan de Jongh across sporting and technical operations to drive performance.
• Hyundai says the appointment strengthens management focus as resources are reallocated to a Genesis World Endurance Championship program starting next year.
• The former FIA Road Sport Director brings 28 years of WRC experience, including roles at M-Sport and as the FIA’s WRC category manager.