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Trinitē Road Rally Launches 500-Mile Adventure Motorsport Event

by MikeFebruary 16, 2026

RENO, Nev., Feb. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — From the foot of the Golden Gate Bridge to the cliffs of the Pacific, the shores of the Russian River, and the famed Sonoma Raceway, the inaugural Trinitē Road Rally will take place May 4–7, 2026, in California. Created by the team behind the world-class Rebelle Rally, the longest competitive off-road rally in the U.S., Trinitē Road Rally is a four-day event that includes three days of driving. Covering approximately 500 miles as it winds across some of the most stunning roads in America, Trinitē finishes with Track Day Presented by Pennzoil and awards at the famed Sonoma Raceway.

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Seven All-Action Rounds Will Decide 2026 FIA European Rally Championship

by MikeFebruary 11, 2026

The eagerly anticipated 2026 FIA European Rally Championship will begin with the 43rd Andalusia Rally – Sierra Morena – Córdoba World Heritage Site from 17 – 19 April.

Using all-asphalt stages, the spectacular event in southern Spain, an ERC newcomer in 2025, replaces Rally Hungary as the first of what will now be a seven-round calendar.

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Can-Am Factory Racer Kyle Chaney Scores Second Overall at the 2026 Dakar Rally

by MikeJanuary 22, 2026January 22, 2026

VALCOURT, QC, Jan. 21, 2026 /CNW/ – Can-Am, an iconic brand of BRP Inc. (TSX: DOO) (NASDAQ: DOO), has completed the 2026 Dakar Rally with another standout performance, as factory racer Kyle Chaney and his co-driver Jacob Argubright finished second overall in Chaney’s Dakar Rally debut. In addition, Can-Am’s factory-supported drivers secured six of the top ten overall positions and five stage victories. These results reinforce the Can-Am Maverick R as one of the highest performing and most durable racing side-by-side vehicles (SSVs) in the world.

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THE DACIA SANDRIDERS WINS THE DAKAR RALLY

by MikeJanuary 17, 2026

The Dacia Sandriders has won the 48th Dakar Rally, the toughest test of car and crew in international motorsport, with Nasser Al-Attiyah and Fabian Lurquin claiming a memorable and highly impressive victory by almost 10 minutes.

An outstanding achievement in only its second participation on the FIA World Rally-Raid Championship event, The Dacia Sandriders had further reason to celebrate when its other three crews all reached the finish this afternoon (Saturday January 17).

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Can-Am to Return to Dakar Rally with Proven Champions, New Hopefuls, and Race-Tested Maverick R Platform

by MikeDecember 3, 2025

VALCOURT, QC, Dec. 2, 2025 /CNW/ – Can-Am, iconic brand of BRP Inc. (TSX: DOO) (NASDAQ: DOOO) and a global leader in off-road performance, today announced its factory driver lineup and race-proven Maverick R platform for the 2026 Dakar Rally. The brand’s upcoming Dakar Rally program builds on a track record of excellence and reinforces Can-Am’s commitment to product innovation and rider-focused performance.

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Spectacular Rally Saudi Arabia Crowns 2025 World Rally Champion

by Lou ModestinoDecember 1, 2025December 1, 2025

Toyota’s Sébastien Ogier finishes third to claim his ninth title in thrilling finale; Thierry Neuville wins the inaugural Rally Saudi Arabia for Hyundai after a dramatic debut event in the desert

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia — November 30, 2025 — After four days of drama, the first-ever Rally Saudi Arabia delivered a memorable world-title showdown in the desert, with the championship-deciding round going down to the final moments of the 17th and last stage. Toyota Gazoo Racing’s Sébastien Ogier crossed the finish line to secure a record-equaling ninth World Rally Championship — drawing level with fellow Frenchman Sébastien Loeb.

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Danilo Pereira Joins Ott Tänak For The WRC’s Saudi Arabia Debut

by MikeDecember 1, 2025

Jeddah, 27 November 2025 – Portuguese international Danilo Pereira was an official guest of the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) as the series celebrated its historic debut in Saudi Arabia.

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Official Route of Dakar 2026 Unveiled

by Lou ModestinoNovember 14, 2025

The official route of Dakar 2026 was unveiled this Thursday, November 13! Discover all the specific features of this edition with us today!

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2026 Dakar Rally Route To Be Announced On November 13, 2025

by Lou ModestinoNovember 7, 2025

Here it is (already) — the moment you’ve all been waiting for! The 2026 Dakar route announcement.

This Thursday, November 13 at 6:30 p.m. (french time), watch the official unveiling of the Dakar route.

And while you wait, take one last look back at the end of the 2025 season!

Heading for 2026

All eyes are already on January, when the Dakar will kick off the 5th season of the W2RC. See you in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia, from January 3 to 17!

Save the date: the full route presentation is this Thursday, November 13 at 6:30 p.m.

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Revved and Refreshed 2026 ERC Calendar Revealed

by MikeOctober 17, 2025

ERC 2026 includes eight rounds, fresh storylines and a new look for Europe’s premier rally series.

Five rounds on asphalt and three more on gravel will provide the challenge and spectacle following confirmation of a refreshed FIA European Rally Championship calendar for 2026.

The excitement-filled schedule includes new opening and deciding events, the return of two favourites from the recent and not-so-recent past, plus established and emerging rallies.

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