Team News: CE Dealer Team heads to Höljes with championship momentum

With a strong opening round behind them, the team is focused on continuing its campaign for the Teams’ Championship, while also welcoming 300 guests to one of the highlights of the motorsports calendar.

After a positive start to the season in Portugal, where the PWR RX1e cars showed impressive pace and reliability, the team enters the Höljes weekend well-prepared. A productive test programme and solid data from round one has helped fine-tune the setup ahead of one of the most demanding circuits on the calendar.

“We’ve had a good build-up to Höljes,” said Team Principal, Jussi Pinomäki. “It’s a track that demands confidence and commitment - and with the speed we’ve shown and the preparation we’ve done, we’re aiming to keep our position at the top of the standings.”

Klara Andersson made history in 2023, becoming the first woman to claim a World RX podium in Höljes and the first to finish second in a World RX final anywhere. With that milestone behind her and a competitive opening round in Portugal, she’s looking forward to returning to familiar ground.

“Höljes is always special - the track, the fans, the atmosphere - it’s unlike anywhere else,” said Andersson. “Last year was a big moment for me here, and I can’t wait to get back and push for more this time around.”

Niclas Grönholm, fresh off a win in Portugal, also has strong form at Höljes and is aiming to keep the momentum going.

“The team’s done a great job preparing for this round. We know the competition will be tight, but we’re confident in the car and our approach,” he said.

Full house at the 'Magic Weekend'

This year’s Höljes round, often dubbed the ‘Magic Weekend’, will also see the CE Dealer Team host 300 guests - the biggest hospitality presence the team has had to date. With a packed grandstand, the festival atmosphere and top-tier racing action, it’s set to be a standout weekend for partners, fans and the team alike.

Volvo Construction Equipment, the official track builder for the FIA World RX Championship, will be on site, ensuring the track is kept in perfect condition throughout the event. Höljes will also be one of the first chances for customers to experience Volvo CE’s newly launched excavators, wheel loaders, and articulated haulers firsthand.

Continued commitment to safety

Beyond the racing, CE Dealer Team continues to lead by example in building a more responsible motorsports culture – with safety at its core. The introduction of a dedicated safety officer in 2023 marked the start of a long-term initiative to raise awareness, improve working practices, and challenge norms around safety in motorsport operations.

Now in its third season, the programme continues to evolve. For 2025, the team is introducing further protective measures - including the use of safety glasses and safety shoes in operational areas - as part of its ongoing commitment to do better, year by year. The team has also worked with Parker to implement their quick-connect coupling systems, helping reduce risk and improve handling efficiency during high pressure, trackside operations.

“Safety has to be more than a checklist - it’s about mindset and culture,” said Pinomäki. “We’re constantly asking ourselves how we can improve, what more we can do, and how we can set a higher standard — not just for ourselves, but for the sport.”