To compete in the grueling race with a total distance of 8,000 km, the all-around abilities of drivers and vehicles are tested, such as the vehicle performance, vehicle repair ability, driving technique, mental / physical strength and experience.
Due to the Dakar Rally being so difficult to complete it is said, “All drivers who complete the race are winners.”
Participants come from over 50 countries. With approximately 5 million spectators along the rally course and over 1 billion TV viewers worldwide. The rally is a popular adventure that puts vehicles and drivers pit against the elements.