Young Guns prepare for the ERC Fiesta Rally3 Trophy

About this episode

The episode features a discussion with young rally drivers preparing for the ERC Fiesta Rally3 Trophy.

Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast. 2026 Season Episode 15 In this episode, we sit down with Craig Rahill, Casey Jay Coleman, Cian Caldwell, and Kalum Graffin to discuss their upcoming campaign in the European Rally Championship Rally3 Trophy, a five-round, M-Sport Poland–run competition kicking off at Rally Sierra Morena in mid-April. Craig and Casey Jay return for their second season in the championship, bringing valuable experience and insight, while Cian and Kalum prepare to take on the challenge for the very first time. The crews share their expectations, preparations, and what it means to compete across some of Europe’s most iconic and demanding rally stages. From the gravel of Sweden to the asphalt of Spain and Italy, and on to Poland and the Czech Republic, the 2026 Fiesta Rally3 Trophy promises a true test of skill, adaptability, and endurance. With a Ford Fiesta Rally2 prize drive at JDS Machinery Rali Ceredigion awaiting the overall winner, the stakes are high. Tune in for an inside look at the drivers, the competition, and the road ahead.

People in this episode

Host: Kevin Glendinning

Guests: Craig Rahill, Casey Jay Coleman, Cian Caldwell, Kalum Graffin

Topics covered

• European Rally Championship
• Rally3 Trophy
• rally stages
• driver expectations
• competition preparation

Keywords

• ERC
• Fiesta Rally3 Trophy
• rally drivers
• M-Sport
• European rally stages

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: M-Sport Poland

Products: Ford Fiesta Rally2

Places: Sweden, Spain, Italy, Poland, Czech Republic

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