RALLY2
RALLY2 – 2WD Rally Cars
* Group N: This class is typically for production-based cars with minimal modifications. They often feature engines around 2.0 liters and have a focus on reliability and handling.
* Group R: This class includes rally cars based on production models but with more extensive modifications, such as upgraded suspension, brakes, and engines.
* AP4: This class is a New Zealand-specific category for locally built rally cars. They are designed to be competitive and affordable, with a focus on performance and safety.
33 Chris Alexander
Owner of Suspension Tech Ltd and has been in business for 21 years. An Engineer doing suspension repairs , rebuilding revalving and setup technician.
Chris has been Rallying since 1999 and involved in motor racing since 1992. Chris is a National Rally xtreme champion 2008 as co-driver with Craig Stevens. Chris has co-driven for 12 years and this year is co driving for 16yo Kyle Persival and their first event is the Otago Rally in April.
Chris built the 1964 Ford Cortina in 2016 while he was going through cancer and thinking this was the last car he would build considered himself very lucky to be here. He enjoys Rallying and has competed in 17 Targa events, and did the New Zealand Rally Championship 2022 finishing 3rd in class that year. Chris intends to return to the NZRC in 2026 with a Mk1 Escort.
The Cortina has a twin cam Zetec Mondeo engine Quaife kitted 4 speed type 3 Ford g-box and 5.3:1 LSD English axle.
Clinton Cunningham