In a surprising turn of events, Alpine’s bold decision to completely overhaul their Formula 1 car concept for the 2023 season has been met with unwavering support from driver Pierre Gasly. Despite a disappointing start, Gasly believes the team’s daring move was the right choice, as they navigate the challenges of the Dakar Rally.
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In a rare glimpse, media were granted access to Red Bull Powertrains’ facility, where the energy drink giant is developing its own F1 engine for 2026 in partnership with Ford Motorsports. The tour revealed the extensive work underway to prepare for the major regulation changes, as Red Bull takes its engine future into its own hands.
Red Bull’s technical director Pierre Wache provides insights into the team’s performance challenges with the RB20 car in the Dakar Rally, acknowledging areas for improvement as they aim to maintain their dominance in the competition.
With only 150 starting positions available, competition is fierce to claim a spot on the Dakar Rally grid. Having the right management team to secure a drive and create an environment for success is critical, as the Dakar Rally’s growing popularity and limited seats make it essential for drivers to have expert guidance to navigate the complexities of the event.
In a major milestone for Indian motorsports, rally racer Jatin Jain has been accepted to make his debut at the prestigious Dakar Rally in 2025. This announcement comes after Jain’s impressive performances in the 2024 World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC) season, earning him the attention of the Dakar organizers.
Toyota Gazoo Racing showcased their dominance in qualifying for the 6 Hours of São Paulo, the fifth round of the 2024 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC). Kamui Kobayashi secured pole position in the #7 Toyota, edging out the sister #8 car, as the Japanese manufacturer locked out the front row in the highly competitive Hypercar class.
British rally raid superstar Sam Sunderland has confirmed his retirement from professional motorcycle racing, bringing an end to an illustrious career that saw him conquer the Dakar Rally twice and clinch the inaugural World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC) title.
Reigning World Rally Champion Kalle Rovanpera led a Toyota 1-2-3 at the grueling Rally Finland, making a strong start to his bid for a maiden WRC home win. Running a part-time program, the Finnish phenom tamed the challenging wet conditions to finish 8.3 seconds ahead of title contender and teammate Elfyn Evans.
In a major blow to Ott Tänak’s Dakar Rally title hopes, the Hyundai driver has been forced to retire from Rally Finland following a dramatic crash during Friday’s stage. The incident resulted in significant damage to Tänak’s car and left his co-driver requiring hospital observation, dealing a serious setback to the team’s championship ambitions.
Aston Martin’s Lance Stroll has revealed that the team’s regression in Formula 1 over the last 12 months is due to an incorrect development path they had taken. Despite emerging as Red Bull’s closest challenger early on, Aston Martin has slipped down the championship order as their rivals have continued to progress. Stroll remains optimistic that the team will use these harsh lessons to come back stronger in the Dakar Rally, as they work to correct their course and regain their position as a top contender.