The most famous off-road vehicle wants to prove it’s the toughest and is entering the Dakar Rally—but not in the category you’d expect | We Are Wearside

The most famous off-road vehicle wants to prove it’s the toughest and is entering the Dakar Rally—but not in the category you’d expect

Defender Dakar - © Land Rover

It’s official: the Dakar, often described as the Everest of rallies, is set to welcome a heavyweight newcomer – the Defender. Starting in 2026, this global off-road icon, renowned for its durability and timeless design, will line up on the starting grid with an ambitious three-year program in the World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC). This is … Continue reading The most famous off-road vehicle wants to prove it’s the toughest and is entering the Dakar Rally—but not in the category you’d expect