1982 was marked by the dominance of the Germans, with two German manufacturers Audi and Opel taking first and second in the manufacturer's title race, while Opel's driver, German Walter Röhrl, seized the driver's title.
The year 1982 saw the German teams Audi and Opel emerge as the leading forces, with Opel's driver Walter Röhrl ultimately taking home the top prize in the driver's standings.