In a move that has the motorsports world buzzing, Ford has unveiled its formidable driver lineup for the prestigious Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia next year. Legendary racers Carlos Sainz Sr. and Nani Roma will be two of the four Ford representatives competing in the grueling off-road event, with the American automaker poised to make a strong push for Dakar glory in 2024.
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The motorsport world has lost a true champion and visionary, Sylvio de Barros, a renowned Brazilian entrepreneur and accomplished off-road racer, who tragically passed away at the age of 57 during a visit to a waterfall in Jardinópolis, Brazil. Barros had an impressive racing career, competing and winning in both pavement and off-road disciplines, including the prestigious Dakar Rally, where he made his debut in 2007 and later returned in 2017, finishing 18th overall.
In a highly anticipated move, four-time Dakar Rally champion Carlos Sainz has officially signed a deal to compete for Ford at the 2025 Dakar Rally. The legendary driver will reunite with the Blue Oval marque and M-Sport, the team that oversees Ford’s factory World Rally Championship efforts, as they seek to add to Sainz’s tally of Dakar victories and secure the coveted title for Ford once again.
The Dakar Rally has seen remarkable success from female off-road racers, with trailblazers like Jutta Kleinschmidt, Danica Patrick, and Janet Guthrie leaving an indelible mark on the sport. This article celebrates the top 10 female race and rally drivers who have conquered the legendary Dakar challenge.
Porsche customer teams have announced their driver lineups for the upcoming 24 Hours of Spa endurance race, with a stellar cast of Porsche works drivers set to compete in a bid to secure the German marque’s first victory at the event since 2020.
Toyota’s Land Cruiser continues to reign supreme in the Dakar Rally’s Stock category, securing its 11th consecutive victory. As the team prepares for the even tougher 2025 event, they are laser-focused on improving the durability and performance of the rally-ready Land Cruiser.
Born in Tokyo, Kenjiro Shinozuka made history as the first Japanese driver to claim outright victories in both the World Rally Championship (WRC) and the grueling Dakar Rally, cementing his legacy as one of the all-time greats of motorsport.
The Dakar Rally, the world’s premier cross-country rally event, will remain in Saudi Arabia for a sixth consecutive year in 2025, but the organizers have plans to inject more excitement into the proceedings. The rally will heavily feature the Empty Quarter, also known as Rub’ al Khali, during the final three stages, with a revamped format that includes the return of the Chrono Stage and concurrent starts for cars, bikes, and trucks.
In a significant move, the Dakar Classic has expanded its eligibility criteria for the 2025 edition, allowing vehicles from 2000-2005 to compete. This includes popular models like the Nissan Navara and Bowler Wildcat, adding new excitement to the classic off-road racing event.
In a major blow to the Dakar Rally, the Amaury Sport Organisation (ASO) has decided to eliminate the Quad category from the 2025 edition of the iconic off-road event. This decision has hit hard for reigning Quad champion Manuel Andújar, who now faces an uncertain future in the race he has competed in for the past seven years.