The 2026 Perce-Neige delivered once again: snowstorms, polished ice, treacherous snowbanks, and shifting visibility. It was a demanding, strategic, and intense edition for the three cars entered by AZE.
#777 — Clark / Lévesque
Fiesta R5 The crew had a very strong start, quickly finding an excellent rhythm and clocking several top 5 times. Mid-way through the second day, however, a snowbank slowed their progress. Despite losing significant time, the crew stayed focused until the very end.
The Takeaway A great first real outing with the new car. The potential is clear and confidence is growing—a solid foundation for the rest of the season.
#173 — Drouin / Briand
Subaru STI 2004 A return to the Perce-Neige after a 19-year absence for the driver—and what a comeback it was. Steady progress throughout the weekend:
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Zero mechanical issues
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Intelligent driving
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Strategic management of the conditions
The Result:
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14th overall
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4th in class A clean and methodical rally; exactly what was needed.
#875 — Trudel / Miller
AZE002 The 11th Perce-Neige for Vincent, but the first for KJ. On Friday night, a light alignment error severely compromised visibility. It was a difficult day, ending in 22nd position.
But Saturday told a different story:
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✔️ Zero issues
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✔️ High pace
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✔️ Flawless car performance
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✔️ Smart risk management
Highlight: Nearly winning the longest special stage of the rally, despite being stuck behind another car for 16 km.
Final Result:
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7th overall A solid comeback and a clear demonstration of the potential of both the crew and the car.
AZE Performance Summary
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3 cars at the start
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3 cars at the finish
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Zero mechanical failures
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Multiple competitive times
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Constant progression
The Perce-Neige is always a test of discipline and preparation. 2026 confirms that winter hard work and rigorous service park prep pay off.
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