Evans and Parry had overnight lead
Rally Isle of Man got under way on Thursday night.
Side-by-side racing on Douglas promenade wowed the crowds, before two further stages in the north of the Island.
Rally Correspondent Chris Boyde gave this update of Thursday night's action on Mandate on Friday morning:
Football: IoM squad named for inaugural tri-tournament
Ynys Mon and AFC Blackpool also involved in event over next two days
Shooting: Kirkpatrick and Ray claim silverware
Faragher and Doyle also take wins in respective classes
Bumper turnout expected for Manx Two Day Trial
Solos and sidecars out across the Island this weekend
FC Isle of Man to begin new season on home soil
First six fixtures of 2026/27 campaign announced