Ford Performance, in partnership with M-Sport, is preparing for the 2025 Dakar Rally with the Raptor T1+, a purpose-built machine designed for the ultimate off-road challenge. Covering nearly 5,000 miles of extreme terrain in Saudi Arabia from January 3 to 17, the Dakar Rally is a true test of endurance for both drivers and vehicles.
The Raptor T1+ is powered by a Ford Coyote-based V8 engine, featuring advanced FOX suspension and a lightweight yet robust chassis. Built to conquer Dakar’s punishing conditions, the vehicle embodies Ford’s heritage of toughness and innovation.
Behind the wheel, an exceptional team of drivers brings a wealth of experience and skill to the competition. Motorsport legend Carlos Sainz Sr., rallycross star Mattias Ekström, rising off-road talent Mitch Guthrie Jr., and two-time Dakar champion Nani Roma form a dream team, each bringing unique strengths to the challenge.
Ford’s collaboration with M-Sport has been key in crafting the Raptor T1+. This partnership combines decades of rally expertise with rigorous testing, including the Rallye du Maroc, ensuring the vehicle is ready for Dakar’s brutal demands.
With its roots in off-road performance stretching back to the Baja 1000-winning Ford Bronco, the Raptor T1+ represents the pinnacle of Ford’s engineering. As the countdown to Dakar 2025 begins, Ford Performance and M-Sport are set to take on the world’s most grueling motorsport event.
Source: Ford
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