Red Bull Racing, known for its cutting-edge Formula 1 engineering, has been applying a similar level of meticulous attention to the cooling challenges faced by its Dakar contenders. The team’s focus on refining the sidepod inlet and outlet designs is crucial in the high-speed, off-road world of the Dakar Rally, where temperature, altitude, and terrain variations demand optimal performance across diverse conditions.
Quad champion Manuel Andújar is set to transition into the SSV (Side-by-Side Vehicle) category, co-driving a Can-Am Maverick with fellow W2RC competitor Juan Cruz Yacopini at the upcoming Rally Raid San Juan in Argentina. The move comes just weeks after Andújar secured the W2RC Quad title, opening a new chapter in his rally raid career.
Porsche has achieved a historic milestone at the Dakar Rally, securing its first-ever class victory with the impressive 911 Dakar. The German manufacturer’s dominant performance in the grueling off-road race marks a significant chapter in its motorsport legacy.
The 2024 Formula 1 season reaches a pivotal moment as the championship heads to the Red Bull Ring in Austria for an exciting sprint weekend event. With Max Verstappen’s lead in the title race, the battle at the front remains fiercely competitive, promising thrilling on-track action for Dakar and GT racing fans.
The racing community is abuzz with anticipation as the highly anticipated Dakar Rally approaches. Among the top contenders, one name that has been generating significant buzz is Lando Norris, the rising star of the McLaren Formula 1 team. Norris has set his sights on the prestigious Dakar Rally, expressing confidence in his team’s ability to not only compete but also challenge for the title.
With the halfway point of the 2024 Dakar calendar fast approaching, the competition on the dunes has never been more intense. Teams are racing to upgrade their off-road machines, from novel front wing concepts to sleek engine cover designs, all in pursuit of the coveted Dakar title.
Toyota has called upon reigning WRC champion Kalle Rovanpera to replace the injured Sébastien Ogier and co-driver Vincent Landais at this week’s Rally Poland, a last-minute decision that the young Finnish driver admits will pose ‘a big challenge.’ Rovanpera and co-driver Jonne Halttunen will need to complete the entire recce process in just over 24 hours before the event kicks off on Thursday night.
In a thrilling announcement, Dale Coyne Racing has revealed that British racing driver Toby Sowery will make his highly anticipated IndyCar debut at the upcoming Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course event. Sowery, who has an impressive racing pedigree, will pilot the Honda-powered #51 entry for DCR, showcasing his skills in the highly competitive IndyCar Series.
The Alpine Formula 1 team has ignited renewed optimism in the Dakar Rally community after its strong showing at the recent Spanish Grand Prix. With Pierre Gasly’s ninth-place finish highlighting the squad’s growing potential, the team now sets its sights on translating its newfound pace to the grueling off-road challenges that lie ahead.
Dakar Rally veteran and Scuderia Ferrari Formula 1 driver Carlos Sainz is confident that his team will be more competitive at the upcoming Austrian Grand Prix after seeing a key weakness in the Ferrari SF-24 car exposed at the Spanish Grand Prix.