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Land Rover's New Defender Racer Is Ready for Dakar

There’s something about a competition-prepped Land Rover wearing a good livery that puts a smile all the way across my face. It all goes back to seeing a Camel Trophy-clad Discovery or Defender fording a river, cresting a dune, or being winched through an impossible amount of mud. Now we…

Motor1 · Nov 25, 2025

Defender reveals challenger for 2026 Dakar Rally entry

Defender has announced the model with which it will compete in the upcoming 2026 Dakar Rally in the Stock category.

Motorsport · Jan 20, 2025

Defender to join Dakar Rally from 2026

The Defender brand has announced plans to enter the Dakar Rally in 2026 as part of a three-year programme.

Motorsport · Jan 3, 2025