The new generation Volkswagen world rally car might yet contest the 2017 championship.
The German manufacturer shocked rallying when it announced an abrupt exit of the sport at the end of 2016 leaving drivers Sebastien Ogier, Jari-Matti Latvala and Andreas Mikkelsen without a drive and the Polo R ready to begin a campaign that wouldn't eventuate.
But Qatari driver Nasser Al Attiyah has confirmed he is working on entering the 2017 season using one of the new generation Volkswagens.
"We are trying to drive the new Polo R 2017," Al Attiyah told Motorsport.com. "As you know, Qatar has some shares in the VW Group.
"I met the officials here in Qatar and we are trying to make that possible. If it's possible, then why not? If we get the confirmation, then I'll do the full WRC season next year."
