The Dakar Rally 2024 is set to deliver an unforgettable experience for motorsport enthusiasts. With new navigational challenges, a Power Stage, and a return to the grueling Empty Quarter sand desert, this year’s edition promises to push competitors to their limits. Discover the exciting changes that will make the 2024 Dakar Rally a must-watch event.
Author: Orion Cerulean
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In a thrilling announcement, renowned Czech stunt rider Adam ‘Special’ Peschel revealed his plans to make his Dakar Rally debut in 2025. With years of stunt riding experience and extensive preparations, Peschel is poised to take on the Dakar’s demanding off-road challenges.
In a surprising turn of events, German manufacturer Audi has been slapped with a hefty €750,000 fine for abruptly shutting down its cross-country rally program after just one season. The decision, which was deemed to be ‘harming the image’ of the FIA World Rally-Raid Championship, serves as a cautionary tale for manufacturers in the high-stakes world of Dakar Rally and cross-country racing.
Kove Moto, the Chinese motorcycle manufacturer, has undergone a significant restructuring of its rally raid team following the departure of CEO Zhang Xue in March. While the dedicated Kove rally team has been dissolved, the brand continues to provide factory support for select riders and teams, with a renewed focus on their factory riders Neels Theric and Deng Liansong.