Toyota Gazoo Racing star-studded line-up selected for Dakar

Toyota Gazoo Racing South Africa targets Dakar Rally glory with a seasoned and young driver line-up, led by the race-proven GR Hilux IMT Evo.

Toyota Gazoo Racing South Africa, fresh off a dominant 2024 South African Rally-Raid Championship season, is now focused on the world’s most gruelling motorsport event: The Dakar Rally.The team will field four crews, each piloting the latest version of the race-proven GR Hilux IMT Evo, in the 2025 Dakar Rally, set to take place in Saudi Arabia.TGRSA’s Dakar 2025 line-up is a blend of experienced campaigners and young talent.

Henk Lategan and Brett Cummings : The reigning SARRC champions, Lategan and Cummings have been in top form, securing multiple victories and stage wins. Their speed, consistency, and adaptability to challenging conditions make them a formidable force in the Dakar. Guy Botterill and Dennis Murphy : A seasoned duo, Botterill and Murphy have consistently finished on the podium in the highly competitive T1U class of the SARRC. Their experience, technical knowledge, and calm demeanour will be invaluable in the high-pressure environment of the Dakar. Saood Variawa and Francois Cazalet : The young and talented Variawa-Cazalet pairing returns for another Dakar challenge.

As TGRSA prepares to embark on this challenging adventure, the team is confident in its ability to achieve success. With a strong driver line-up, a proven vehicle, and a dedicated team, TGRSA aims to make a significant impact in the 2025 Dakar Rally.The post TGRSA’s Star-Studded Lineup Selected and Ready for Dakar 2025 appeared first on CAR Magazine.

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