1987 marked the beginning of a new era for the WRC, as it was the first season driven without the powerful and popular Group B rally cars, seeing the Group A cars come to the forefront of the world stage and the institution of championships not only for manufacturers and drivers, but also drivers of production and two-wheel drive cars.
1987 marked a new era for the WRC, as it was the inaugural season without the powerful Group B rally cars. This shift placed emphasis on Group A cars, which gained prominence and led to the establishment of championships that encompassed manufacturers, drivers, and those in production and two-wheel drive vehicles.