I LOVE rallying. I'm from a rallying background and decided to pursue the co-driver route.

I've worked hard to become a good co-driver but there are often misconceptions about the role.

Co-drivers do more than just direct the driver during a rally. There are many things co-drivers are responsible for — making notes on recces before a rally, calculating the exact amount of fuel needed for every stage and learning the rules of each rally to avoid penalties.

It's been a busy season for Craig and I so far and, as expected, we've had a few teething problems with our new Kick Energy Ford Fiesta S2000.

However, we're halfway through the season, so we're hoping we have these all ironed out. This month Gwyndaf Evans, a former British Rally champion, asked me to co-drive with him at Rally Isle of Man. I've co-driven with him before which helped me to adapt quickly to his pace note style and the different car.

Gwyndaf and I had a brilliant start. We were leading on Friday afternoon but fell behind when our car span into a ditch. Considering the setback, it was fantastic that we were able to fight back from seventh to finish second overall.

I'm back with Craig this week for the Neste Oil Rally Finland. We are 100 per cent committed to taking part in Wales Rally GB 2010, the final round of this year's FIA World Rally Championship on November 11-14.

I am really looking forward to it because it's my home event.

I've taken part in this rally since 2006 and the amazing atmosphere created by Welsh fans makes it extra special for me.