Juha Kankkunen
Awards & Honours
7
Awards Won
5
Honours
3
Rankings
3
Covers
4
Records
Juha Kankkunen's achievements stand as a testament to his unparalleled skill and adaptability in motorsport. He is the only driver to have won world championships across three distinct eras of rallying: Group B, Group A, and the modern WRC class. His four World Rally Championship titles remain a benchmark for excellence, and his victory at the Dakar Rally adds another layer of prestige to his resume. Being inducted into both the International Motorsports Hall of Fame and the Finnish Motorsport Hall of Fame highlights his lasting impact on the sport. His unique ability to master different manufacturers and terrains has earned him a place among the greatest drivers in history.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
International Motorsports Hall of Fame
Inducted for outstanding contributions to motorsport.
Finnish Motorsport Hall of Fame
Recognized as one of Finland's greatest motorsport figures.
Honorary Degree
Awarded for contributions to Finnish sports.
Guinness World Record
First driver to win four WRC titles.
Guinness World Record
First driver to win titles with three different manufacturers.
Rankings & Lists
Greatest WRC Drivers of All Time
Top 10 Drivers Who Changed Rallying
Greatest Finnish Athletes in Motorsport
Magazine Covers
Motorsport Magazine
September 2026
The Legend Returns: Kankkunen's Role at Toyota
Rally Sport Review
March 2026
Kankkunen on Mud and Mastery
Finnish Sports Illustrated
April 2026
Celebrating 67 Years of Excellence
Records & Feats
First Driver to Win Four WRC Titles
Secured four World Rally Championship driver's titles between 1986 and 1993.
First Driver to Win Titles with Three Different Manufacturers
Won championships with Peugeot, Lancia, and Toyota.
Youngest WRC Champion at the Time
Won his first title in 1986 at age 27.
First Driver to Win Back-to-Back WRC Titles
Successfully defended his title in 1987 after winning in 1986.