Ari Vatanen
Ari Vatanen is a celebrated Finnish rally driver, renowned for his remarkable achievements in motorsport, including winning the World Rally Championship in 1981 with the iconic Ford Escort RS1800 and triumphing in the grueling Paris-Dakar Rally four times. Following a near-fatal accident in 1985, he made a triumphant return to racing, showcasing his resilience and passion for speed. Transitioning from the racetrack to politics, Vatanen became a Member of the European Parliament, advocating for road safety and responsible driving practices across Europe. His firsthand experiences behind the wheel inform his views on the critical importance of traffic regulations and the need for cultural change in driving behavior, particularly in countries like Greece, where he recently emphasized the serious road safety challenges.
Born on Apr 21, 1952 (73 years old)
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Ari Vatanen is a legendary rally driver who won the WRC in 1981 and has been an advocate for road safety as a Member of the European Parliament.
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