Last updated on 4. December 2024
Toby Price and Sam Sunderland to compete in the T1+ car for the first time at the 2024 Dakar Rally
The legendary Dakar Rally is back in the starting blocks in 2025, and this time two well-known names from the motorbike world are bringing an exciting innovation with them: Toby Price and Sam Sunderland are switching from their usual motorbikes to the powerful T1+ cars. This new challenge promises a thrilling race and interesting dynamics, as both riders not only have incredible off-road experience, but also an unwavering will to win.
Toby Price, an exceptional Australian talent and two-time Dakar winner on a motorbike, has long since made a name for himself on the rally scene. Sam Sunderland, the British Dakar champion and experienced KTM rider, is also known for his willingness to take risks and unshakeable stamina. For the 2024 Dakar Rally, they are now taking on the challenge of proving themselves in a T1+ car for the first time. These vehicles offer more protection and better performance in difficult terrain – perfect conditions for the brutal track conditions of the Dakar.
However, the switch from motorbikes to T1+ cars brings with it new technical and tactical requirements. Unlike motorcycling, where the riders have a closer connection to the track, the T1+ cars require more team coordination, better navigation skills and a strong confidence in the vehicle. Nevertheless, Price and Sunderland have quickly got used to the new requirements and are ready to give their all.
Fans and experts are eager to see how the two off-road pros will perform and whether they can successfully transfer their motorbike experience to the world of Dakar cars. The starting signal for the 2024 Dakar Rally will be given in January – and Toby Price and Sa
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