Gravelwerx Racing’s Matthew Nykanen Makes Podium with Battered BMW
When it comes to rallying, perseverance is key. Gravelwerx Racing’s Matthew Nykanen and his co-driver Lars Anderson proved this at the American Rally Association season closer in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Despite driving a battered BMW E36 with only three wheels, they managed an impressive podium finish. The duo started off strong during their run through rocky terrain but faced unexpected challenges.In the heat of competition, Nykanen and Anderson encountered a significant obstacle when one of their wheels got stuck on a large rock in Special Stage 13. This led to the left rear suspension breaking two miles into the stage. “We still had about three miles to go with the rear driver's corner of the car dragging on the ground,” recalled Nykanen.Despite the damage, they didn’t give up and c...