DANCING IN THE DESERT: David Gravel Tops Three-Leader Thriller in Return to Vado

David Gravel
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The defending champ bests Logan Schuchart and Kerry Madsen for 13th win of the season

VADO, NM (September 5, 2025) – The World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series return to Vado Speedway Park didn’t disappoint.
The Greatest Show on Dirt invaded Vado on Friday for night one of the Desert Showdown, and the New Mexico oval delivered not one, not two, but three different leaders in a 30-lap thriller. (more…)
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The Dacia Sandriders Ready For Another Duel In The Desert

The Dacia Sandriders Ready For Another Duel In The Desert
  • Spectacular sand dunes of Abu Dhabi to challenge The Dacia Sandriders
  • Al-Attiyah/Boulanger and Loeb/Lurquin among top-class FIA W2RC entry
  • Team principal Tiphanie Isnard: “The team have done a great job to be ready in what have been intense conditions

The Dacia Sandriders will go from its stage-winning Dakar Rally heroics last month to bidding for victory in the Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge from February 22-27. (more…)

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10 Tips from Dakar Rally Elite: Sanz and Noah’s Guide to Mastering the Desert

10 Tips from Dakar Rally Elite: Sanz and Noah’s Guide to Mastering the Desert

As the 2025 Dakar Rally draws near, the world’s top off-road racers are gearing up for the ultimate test on wheels. This legendary event, known for its grueling stages and unpredictable terrain, challenges competitors across cars, motorcycles, trucks, and quads to push their limits. Taking place from January 3–17 in Saudi Arabia, the 47th edition will see racers tackle 7,759 kilometers, including 12 timed special stages, from Bisha to Shubaytah. (more…)

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The desert shows its teeth for opening stage of 2022 Dakar Rally

The desert shows its teeth for opening stage of 2022 Dakar Rally

It did not take long for the 2022 Dakar Rally to take a serious bite out of its convoy of competitors. On the very first long stage of the rally, there were some serious time losses as the desert dunes showed no mercy. Even those enjoying a clean opening stage remain vigilant of the dangers ahead. Here’s what you need to know: (more…)

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Travis Downey Races From the Desert to Stafford’s R.A.D. Auto Machine Street Stock Rookie of the Year

(Stafford Springs, CT)—When the 2021 season kicked off at Stafford Speedway, Street Stock driver Travis Downey made the move into the world of asphalt oval track racing after coming from a background in desert trophy truck off-road racing.  The Barkhamsted, CT native and driver of the #42 P.J. Ladola & Sons Electrical Contractors, Inc. Chevrolet made the transition from the deserts of Parker, Arizona and Las Vegas to the asphalt of Stafford Speedway a smooth one as he scored 3 top-5 and 13 top-10 finishes in 18 starts to claim the R.A.D. Auto Machine Rookie of the Year title.

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