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While avoiding to compare the two feelings - being WRC champion and winning the tough Dakar competition - Sainz did reveal that his im...]]> Carlos Sainz is arguably one of the happiest men in motor racing these days. After becoming double winner in the World Rally Championship in the early 1990s, the Spanish racer achieved one of the most desirable performances in the world of rallying (and racing in general) during the course of the last 2 weeks, namely his first ever Dakar Rally crown in career.

While avoiding to compare the two feelings - being WRC champion and winning the tough Dakar competition - Sainz did reveal that his im... (read more)]]> Mon, 18 Jan 2010 06:23:54 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/sainz-happy-for-winning-the-dakar-rally-his-way-15555.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/sainz-happy-for-winning-the-dakar-rally-his-way-15555.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/carlos-sainz-wins-2010-dakar-rally-15523.html
The Spaniard entered the last stage of the rally with over 2 and a half minutes of advantage over the Qatari driver and settled for a quiet run today. Although Al-Attiyah had recovered more than 7 minutes on top of the classification during the last few stages of the event...]]> Carlos Sainz clinched his first ever Dakar Rally a few minutes ago, despite crossing the finish line of the last San Rafael to Buenos Aires stage on Saturday behind his title rival and Volkswagen teammate Nasser Al-Attiyah.

The Spaniard entered the last stage of the rally with over 2 and a half minutes of advantage over the Qatari driver and settled for a quiet run today. Although Al-Attiyah had recovered more than 7 minutes on top of the classification during the last few stages of the event... (read more)]]> Sat, 16 Jan 2010 12:36:48 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/carlos-sainz-wins-2010-dakar-rally-15523.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/carlos-sainz-wins-2010-dakar-rally-15523.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/sainz-grabs-2nd-win-in-2010-dakar-rally-closens-to-overall-victory-15466.html
Sainz began the yesterday stage with a clear goal at restoring his overall lead in the standings, after it had been cut down t...]]> With only a couple of stages to go in the 2010 Rally Dakar, Spanish driver Carlos Sainz seems to have taken a comfortable lead from Volkswagen teammate Nasser Al-Attiyah, for his first ever win in the event. The Spaniard completed the San Juan to San Rafael stage in a little over three hours and a half but, more importantly, almost a minute ahead of the Qatari driver.

Sainz began the yesterday stage with a clear goal at restoring his overall lead in the standings, after it had been cut down t... (read more)]]> Fri, 15 Jan 2010 01:04:29 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/sainz-grabs-2nd-win-in-2010-dakar-rally-closens-to-overall-victory-15466.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/sainz-grabs-2nd-win-in-2010-dakar-rally-closens-to-overall-victory-15466.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/chicherit-wins-first-stage-in-2010-dakar-15425.html
Chicherit recorded his very first stage win of the rally in 2009, crossing the finish line ahea...]]> The two Dakar Rally contenders will have to work hard until the very last stage of this year's event if they want to clinch the overall win in the South American race. Following the results in yesterday's stage from Santiago to San Juan - won by X-Raid BMW driver Guerlain Chicherit - Qatari Nasser Al-Attiyah closed in on overall leader and VW teammate Carlos Sainz by more than 5 and a half minutes.

Chicherit recorded his very first stage win of the rally in 2009, crossing the finish line ahea... (read more)]]> Thu, 14 Jan 2010 03:54:22 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/chicherit-wins-first-stage-in-2010-dakar-15425.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/chicherit-wins-first-stage-in-2010-dakar-15425.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/sainz-takes-first-win-of-2010-dakar-extends-overall-lead-15370.html
Sainz' 16th overall win in the Dakar Rally came at the right time for the Volkswagen racer, as his overall rival for the win Nasser Al-A...]]> He is the overall leader in the 2010 Dakar Rally but, until yesterday, he was one of the few front-runners without a single stage win under his belt in this particular event. Obviously, we're talking about Spanish driver Carlos Sainz, who completed the 238-km special from La Serena to Santiago in a little over 3 hours ahead of Frenchman Stephane Peterhansel.

Sainz' 16th overall win in the Dakar Rally came at the right time for the Volkswagen racer, as his overall rival for the win Nasser Al-A... (read more)]]> Wed, 13 Jan 2010 03:25:50 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/sainz-takes-first-win-of-2010-dakar-extends-overall-lead-15370.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/sainz-takes-first-win-of-2010-dakar-extends-overall-lead-15370.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/al-attiyah-wins-stage-9-closes-gap-to-leader-sainz-15329.html
Yesterday's stage from Copiapo to La Serena was all Volkswagen's, as the German manufacturer put three...]]> With only 5 stages to go in Rally Dakar, the battle for the 2010 overall win promises to be more exciting than ever. After Stephane Peterhansel's 3rd win in the event this year, Qatari driver Nasser al Attiyah stroke back with a 3rd win of his own at the end of Stage 9, crossing the finish line one second short of 6 minutes to main rival in the overall classification & teammate Carlos Sainz.

Yesterday's stage from Copiapo to La Serena was all Volkswagen's, as the German manufacturer put three... (read more)]]> Tue, 12 Jan 2010 04:59:39 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/al-attiyah-wins-stage-9-closes-gap-to-leader-sainz-15329.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/al-attiyah-wins-stage-9-closes-gap-to-leader-sainz-15329.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/peterhansel-grabs-3rd-win-in-2010-dakar-at-copiapo-15261.html
Although his win on Sunday - his 54th career overall in the Dakar Rally - did not get him much closer to the leading pack of Volkswagens, Peterhansel did climb up to 4th overall in the car standings, where he is no...]]> He may not win the Dakar Rally this year, but French driver Stephane Peterhansel sure plans to grab as many stage wins as possible in the South-American event. The X-Raid BMW driver won his 3rd stage of the 2010 competition, from Antofagasta to Copiapo, alongside the Chilean coast.

Although his win on Sunday - his 54th career overall in the Dakar Rally - did not get him much closer to the leading pack of Volkswagens, Peterhansel did climb up to 4th overall in the car standings, where he is no... (read more)]]> Mon, 11 Jan 2010 02:40:57 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/peterhansel-grabs-3rd-win-in-2010-dakar-at-copiapo-15261.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/peterhansel-grabs-3rd-win-in-2010-dakar-at-copiapo-15261.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/peterhansel-wins-another-dakar-stage-from-sainz-15194.html
Peterhansel therefore recorded his 53rd win overall in the Dakar Rally and climbed two positions in the car's c...]]> Though he may have little chances of winning another Dakar Rally this year, legendary French driver Stephane Peterhansel proved everyone that he can bounce back from any disastrous situation he may face. The BMW X-Raid driver became the first competitor in the car category to win 2 stages in this year's edition of the rally, after powering to 1st place at the finish line in Iquique.

Peterhansel therefore recorded his 53rd win overall in the Dakar Rally and climbed two positions in the car's c... (read more)]]> Fri, 08 Jan 2010 01:47:53 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/peterhansel-wins-another-dakar-stage-from-sainz-15194.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/peterhansel-wins-another-dakar-stage-from-sainz-15194.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/mark-miller-wins-stage-5-of-dakar-sainz-moves-into-overall-lead-15167.html
"It is obviously very disappointing for the whole team," said X-raid BMW team boss Sven Quandt. "Stephane was driving superbly and then we have this unfortunate mechanical problem.

"This was a new prop shaft that we had fitted...]]> The fifth stage of the 2010 Dakar Rally competition saw Carlos Sainz move into first place overall. The stage from Copiapo to Antofagasta was won by Volkswagen's Mark Miller, after Stephane Peterhansel had to stop twice with transmission problems.

"It is obviously very disappointing for the whole team," said X-raid BMW team boss Sven Quandt. "Stephane was driving superbly and then we have this unfortunate mechanical problem.

"This was a new prop shaft that we had fitted... (read more)]]> Thu, 07 Jan 2010 05:48:28 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/mark-miller-wins-stage-5-of-dakar-sainz-moves-into-overall-lead-15167.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/mark-miller-wins-stage-5-of-dakar-sainz-moves-into-overall-lead-15167.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/gordon-wins-stage-4-of-dakar-rally-by-one-second-15090.html
Although the stage win seemed to have already been sealed by yesterday's winner and overall leader of the rally Stephane Peterhansel, Gordon's late effort got him a worthy win, only one second ahead of the Frenchman. It wa...]]> As we've said yesterday, a new day brings a new stage winner in the 2010 Dakar Rally. Today, it was American racer Robby Gordon to take his Hummer to the top of the time classification in the car category, as he clinched his first win in the South American event this year.

Although the stage win seemed to have already been sealed by yesterday's winner and overall leader of the rally Stephane Peterhansel, Gordon's late effort got him a worthy win, only one second ahead of the Frenchman. It wa... (read more)]]> Wed, 06 Jan 2010 01:40:43 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/gordon-wins-stage-4-of-dakar-rally-by-one-second-15090.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/gordon-wins-stage-4-of-dakar-rally-by-one-second-15090.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/peterhansel-wins-stage-3-takes-dakar-rally-lead-15061.html
The 9-time winner of the event set the pace from the early beginning of the stage, completing the 182-km special in less than 4 hours. He was practically unbeatable on Tuesday, as he set th...]]> Another day, another stage winner and yet another overall leader in the 2010 edition of the Dakar Rally. Following the action in Day 3 of the South American event, it is legendary driver Stephane Peterhansel to grab 1st place in the overall classification, after a smashing performance La Rioja to Fiambala.

The 9-time winner of the event set the pace from the early beginning of the stage, completing the 182-km special in less than 4 hours. He was practically unbeatable on Tuesday, as he set th... (read more)]]> Tue, 05 Jan 2010 04:52:35 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/peterhansel-wins-stage-3-takes-dakar-rally-lead-15061.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/peterhansel-wins-stage-3-takes-dakar-rally-lead-15061.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/al-attiyah-takes-win-in-stage-2-grabs-dakar-lead-14998.html
The last part of the Cordoba-La Rioja stage was when Al-Attiyah really got up to speed, as he took the lead from BMW X-Raid's Guerlain Chicherit and eventually cro...]]> Nasser Al-Attiyah returned to his winning ways in the Dakar Rally on Monday, after clinching the top spot in the second stage of the South American event. Not only the Volkswagen driver managed to outscore his overall rivals yesterday, but he also climbed up to the leading position in the rally, after starting the day in 4th place.

The last part of the Cordoba-La Rioja stage was when Al-Attiyah really got up to speed, as he took the lead from BMW X-Raid's Guerlain Chicherit and eventually cro... (read more)]]> Mon, 04 Jan 2010 03:45:31 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/al-attiyah-takes-win-in-stage-2-grabs-dakar-lead-14998.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/al-attiyah-takes-win-in-stage-2-grabs-dakar-lead-14998.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/roma-takes-dakar-rally-lead-spectator-dies-after-stage-1-14989.html
The Spaniard benefited from a clear road ahead of him in Day 1, as he started 5th in the opening stage of the rally. Nevertheless, he admitted he didn't expect to take the stage win by such ...]]> Nani Roma, none other that the former Dakar Rally winner in the motorcycle category, has taken off to a 2-minute lead in this year's car competition. The BMW driver managed to outscore his nearest rival Carlos Sainz by 2 minutes and 7 seconds after the very first stage of the rally, from Colon to Cordoba.

The Spaniard benefited from a clear road ahead of him in Day 1, as he started 5th in the opening stage of the rally. Nevertheless, he admitted he didn't expect to take the stage win by such ... (read more)]]> Sun, 03 Jan 2010 11:57:07 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/roma-takes-dakar-rally-lead-spectator-dies-after-stage-1-14989.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/roma-takes-dakar-rally-lead-spectator-dies-after-stage-1-14989.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/robby-gordon-aims-for-2010-dakar-win-14911.html
Such is the case of Sprint Cup driver Robby Gordon, who will be entering his 6th Dakar Rally in career. Establis...]]> With the Dakar Rally ready to roll in a few days, most of the event's main contenders are now preparing the last details of their racing programmes for the South American adventure next month. For the second time in a row, the Dakar Rally will be hosted by Argentina and many of last year's front-runners already have a clue on what's in store for them from the early days of January.

Such is the case of Sprint Cup driver Robby Gordon, who will be entering his 6th Dakar Rally in career. Establis... (read more)]]> Tue, 29 Dec 2009 02:21:19 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/robby-gordon-aims-for-2010-dakar-win-14911.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/robby-gordon-aims-for-2010-dakar-win-14911.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/it-s-official-chery-enters-the-2010-dakar-rally-14580.html
The 2010 edition of the Dakar Rally will be hosted again by the South American continent, with the official route set through Argentina and Chile. The 9000 km race starts on New Y...]]> Chery has confirmed its participation in the 2010 Dakar Rally, thus becoming the first Chinese automaker to take part in what is probably the harshest race on Earth. Rival company Great Wall Motors has also announced its intentions to take part in next year's Dakar, but a clear official statement has not been made.

The 2010 edition of the Dakar Rally will be hosted again by the South American continent, with the official route set through Argentina and Chile. The 9000 km race starts on New Y... (read more)]]> Wed, 16 Dec 2009 08:53:50 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/it-s-official-chery-enters-the-2010-dakar-rally-14580.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/it-s-official-chery-enters-the-2010-dakar-rally-14580.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/ktm-confirmed-for-the-2010-dakar-rally-14508.html
KTM has shaped the world of rally sport in a way that no other company even comes close. The design and construction of the KTM 690 Rally perfe...]]> Though recent rule ambiguities would have seen a completely KTM-free 2010 Dakar Rally, the Austrian manufacturer confirmed its presence for the competition which is due to start from the Argentine capital of Buenos Aires on January 1st, 2010. For the upcoming race, the number of KTM private riders will be supported by the official KTM service truck.

KTM has shaped the world of rally sport in a way that no other company even comes close. The design and construction of the KTM 690 Rally perfe... (read more)]]> Tue, 15 Dec 2009 06:36:14 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/ktm-confirmed-for-the-2010-dakar-rally-14508.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/ktm-confirmed-for-the-2010-dakar-rally-14508.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/five-mitsubishi-pajeros-confirmed-for-2010-dakar-rally-14373.html
That's probably why Japanese manufacturer Mitsubishi chose to withdraw from the event completely at the end of the 2009 rally. Although there may be some other reasons behind that decision - the econ...]]> It's not rocket science to see the fact that German car maker Volkswagen has dominated the latest edition of the Dakar Rally in great fashion. The South American event this year was practically an all-VW affair all the way, only the racer driving it being the unknown factor in the 2009 equation.

That's probably why Japanese manufacturer Mitsubishi chose to withdraw from the event completely at the end of the 2009 rally. Although there may be some other reasons behind that decision - the econ... (read more)]]> Fri, 11 Dec 2009 05:58:26 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/five-mitsubishi-pajeros-confirmed-for-2010-dakar-rally-14373.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/five-mitsubishi-pajeros-confirmed-for-2010-dakar-rally-14373.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/ktm-confirms-quit-from-dakar-rally-7444.html
KTM's announcement comes only one day after the French ASO confirmed Argentina and Chile as hosts of th...]]> Austrian motorcycle manufacturer KTM announced its immediate quit from the Dakar Rally as a result of the regulation changes due to come into effect in 2010. According to a press release issued by the bike maker on Thursday, the main reason for their decision was related to the fact that only motorcycles with a maximum displacement of 450cc will be permitted to compete in next year's event.

KTM's announcement comes only one day after the French ASO confirmed Argentina and Chile as hosts of th... (read more)]]> Fri, 05 Jun 2009 03:35:58 -0400 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/ktm-confirms-quit-from-dakar-rally-7444.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/ktm-confirms-quit-from-dakar-rally-7444.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/dakar-rally-confirms-south-america-as-2010-host-7392.html
The 2010 Rally Dakar will get under way on the very first day of the day, January 1, and will be hosted by the same two South American countries Argentina and Chile. The rally w...]]> Given the immense success of the first non-African edition of the Dakar Rally this year, the event's organizers decided to confirm Argentina as the host of the 2010 race for the second year running. It is therefore official that the 32nd running of the event will not return to Africa, as rumored in the past few weeks.

The 2010 Rally Dakar will get under way on the very first day of the day, January 1, and will be hosted by the same two South American countries Argentina and Chile. The rally w... (read more)]]> Thu, 04 Jun 2009 03:54:10 -0400 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/dakar-rally-confirms-south-america-as-2010-host-7392.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/dakar-rally-confirms-south-america-as-2010-host-7392.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/mitsubishi-pull-out-of-dakar-rally-3799.html
Mitsubishi entered the Dakar Rally in 1983, winning their first title in their third...]]> No more Dakar Rally for Mitsubishi. Following the example of several other manufacturers out there, the Japanese car maker decided to cut their racing programmes down to a minimum due to the economic downturn. Unfortunately, they started with the famous Dakar Rally, a competition they've been dominating for the past decade. In addition, the company will also pull out from all Cross-Country Rally competitions.

Mitsubishi entered the Dakar Rally in 1983, winning their first title in their third... (read more)]]> Wed, 04 Feb 2009 03:46:40 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/mitsubishi-pull-out-of-dakar-rally-3799.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/mitsubishi-pull-out-of-dakar-rally-3799.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/marcus-gronholm-open-to-dakar-debut-3586.html
In an interview for Finnish site Sportti.com, he revealed that he was fascinated with how this year's Dakar competition went down - being the...]]> Marcus Gronholm might have ended his career in the World Rally Championship, but the Finnish ace is certainly looking for new challenges in his post-WRC era. After competing in the 44th edition of the Arctic Lapland Rally earlier this month, the former WRC champion admitted the thought of debuting in the famous Dakar race next year has come to his mind.

In an interview for Finnish site Sportti.com, he revealed that he was fascinated with how this year's Dakar competition went down - being the... (read more)]]> Wed, 28 Jan 2009 05:13:26 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/marcus-gronholm-open-to-dakar-debut-3586.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/marcus-gronholm-open-to-dakar-debut-3586.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/giniel-de-villiers-wins-2009-dakar-rally-3352.html
"It's just incredible. I never felt this way. I wa...]]> Giniel de Villiers won the historical South American edition of the Dakar Rally this year. Not only did the South African driver manage to maintain his advantage to second place Mark Miller, but he also put more than 6 minutes between him and his Volkswagen teammate in the last stage of the rally. De Villiers therefore secured his first Dakar win in career and brought Volkswagen its maiden win in the famous rally on a diesel-powered car.

"It's just incredible. I never felt this way. I wa... (read more)]]> Mon, 19 Jan 2009 02:56:04 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/giniel-de-villiers-wins-2009-dakar-rally-3352.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/giniel-de-villiers-wins-2009-dakar-rally-3352.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/bmw-blame-organizers-for-hardest-dakar-ever-3331.html
Quandt insisted that the Dakar organizers should have for...]]> BMW might have taken a blow in the Dakar Rally this year, when main driver Nasser Al-Attiyah was excluded from the race in the first week of the rally, but they are still very interested with how things are going in this year's competition. Following immense criticism from the drivers after Stage 12, X-Raid BMW team boss Sven Quandt argued that the rally organizers were the only ones to blame for the chaotic turn of events on Thursday.

Quandt insisted that the Dakar organizers should have for... (read more)]]> Fri, 16 Jan 2009 06:28:03 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/bmw-blame-organizers-for-hardest-dakar-ever-3331.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/bmw-blame-organizers-for-hardest-dakar-ever-3331.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/giniel-de-villiers-new-dakar-leader-after-sainz-crash-3316.html
Miller led the pack by mid-stage, but lost a lot of time in the last section of the 253-kilometre Fiambala to La Rioja stage and had to settle for second place, behin...]]> With Carlos Sainz out of the way, it seems like the fight for the Dakar Rally win this year will be between Volkswagen teammates Giniel de Villiers and Mark Miller. The South African clinched Stage 12 of the competition more than 16 minutes ahead of Miller, a win good enough to secure him 1st place in the overall classification.

Miller led the pack by mid-stage, but lost a lot of time in the last section of the 253-kilometre Fiambala to La Rioja stage and had to settle for second place, behin... (read more)]]> Fri, 16 Jan 2009 03:41:54 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/giniel-de-villiers-new-dakar-leader-after-sainz-crash-3316.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/giniel-de-villiers-new-dakar-leader-after-sainz-crash-3316.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/sainz-crashes-out-of-dakar-3302.html
The Volskwagen driver was leading the Dakar Rally by almost half-an-hour before being forced out of the race. Following the crash, both Sainz and co-driver Michel Perin suffered minor injuries. The two were immedia...]]> Dakar Rally leader Carlos Sainz is Dakar Rally leader no more. Following a crash only 79 kilometers into stage 12 of the South-American event, the Spaniard damaged his car beyond repair after crashing into a ravine and had to call it a day with only 3 days to go in the competition.

The Volskwagen driver was leading the Dakar Rally by almost half-an-hour before being forced out of the race. Following the crash, both Sainz and co-driver Michel Perin suffered minor injuries. The two were immedia... (read more)]]> Thu, 15 Jan 2009 09:50:31 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/sainz-crashes-out-of-dakar-3302.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/sainz-crashes-out-of-dakar-3302.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/cristobal-guerrero-s-life-is-out-of-danger-3257.html
The patient is in the same medical conditions as a few hours ago, in a coma, but his life is no longer in danger, a medical source from Copiapo's Intensive Care unit told the media, according to news agency EFE.

Also, according to Spanish newspaper Marc...]]> The latest medical reports from Copiapo reveal that Cristobal Guerrero's condition has improved over the last few hours. The Argentine medical staff confirmed that, while still in coma, the patient's condition is no longer life-threatening.

The patient is in the same medical conditions as a few hours ago, in a coma, but his life is no longer in danger, a medical source from Copiapo's Intensive Care unit told the media, according to news agency EFE.

Also, according to Spanish newspaper Marc... (read more)]]> Wed, 14 Jan 2009 08:43:48 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/cristobal-guerrero-s-life-is-out-of-danger-3257.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/cristobal-guerrero-s-life-is-out-of-danger-3257.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/motorcyclist-cristobal-guerrero-in-a-coma-after-dakar-crash-3234.html
Cristobal Guerrero fell during the 10th stage at the 160 kilometre mark. The patient is in a coma and has been ta...]]> The South-American Rally Dakar was close to making its second victim on Tuesday, after rider Cristobal Guerrero crashed at the Km 160 mark of the 10th stage of the event. The 48-year old rider was immediately taken to the Copiapo hospital by the race organizers, but his condition is critical. A statement released by the Dakar officials revealed the Spaniard in currently in a coma.

Cristobal Guerrero fell during the 10th stage at the 160 kilometre mark. The patient is in a coma and has been ta... (read more)]]> Wed, 14 Jan 2009 02:33:20 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/motorcyclist-cristobal-guerrero-in-a-coma-after-dakar-crash-3234.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/motorcyclist-cristobal-guerrero-in-a-coma-after-dakar-crash-3234.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/sainz-takes-win-no-6-stage-11-cancelled-3232.html
Gordon had one of his best days in the rally so far, grabbing an early lead and taking it to the last section of the stage. He performed wonderfully in the du...]]> Carlos Sainz can't seem to get enough of this year's Dakar Rally, as he clinched his 4th consecutive victory (and 6th overall) in the shortened stage of Copiapo on Tuesday. The Spaniard faced tough competition from American Robby Gordon for the stage win, but eventually crossed the finish line some 21 seconds ahead of the Hummer driver.

Gordon had one of his best days in the rally so far, grabbing an early lead and taking it to the last section of the stage. He performed wonderfully in the du... (read more)]]> Wed, 14 Jan 2009 00:57:51 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/sainz-takes-win-no-6-stage-11-cancelled-3232.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/sainz-takes-win-no-6-stage-11-cancelled-3232.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/sainz-clinches-5th-dakar-win-increases-lead-3196.html
Miller was looking very good in the first part of the stage, as he overtook Sainz for t...]]> Carlos Sainz looks set to win the Dakar Rally this year. Following his former rival Nasser Al-Attiyah being disqualified last week, the Spaniard won all stages to come, including the one on yesterday. On the bumpy and rocky road between La Serena to Copiapo, Sainz avoided making any mistakes and, thanks to Mark Miller's steering problem in the second part of the stage, crossed the finish line in 1st place.

Miller was looking very good in the first part of the stage, as he overtook Sainz for t... (read more)]]> Tue, 13 Jan 2009 02:45:34 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/sainz-clinches-5th-dakar-win-increases-lead-3196.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/sainz-clinches-5th-dakar-win-increases-lead-3196.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/sainz-stretches-lead-in-dakar-rally-3154.html
Sainz mastered the 294-kilometer stage which he later considered 'very much like a traditional ra...]]> The Dakar Rally caravan got back in action yesterday, with a stage that only brought Volkswagen's Carlos Sainz another chance to put some more minutes between him and teammate Giniel de Villiers in the overall classification. The stage from Valparaiso to La Serena was dominted from beginning to end by the Spanish driver who crossed the finish line more than 4 minutes ahead of VW's Dieter Depping.

Sainz mastered the 294-kilometer stage which he later considered 'very much like a traditional ra... (read more)]]> Mon, 12 Jan 2009 02:42:54 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/sainz-stretches-lead-in-dakar-rally-3154.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/sainz-stretches-lead-in-dakar-rally-3154.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/al-attiyah-wins-stage-later-disqualified-3114.html
Al-Attiyah got into an early lead and looked set to further increase his advantage in the overall standings. The BMW driver crossed the ...]]> Qatar's Nasser Al-Attiyah did win the 6th stage of the Dakar Rally more than 5 minutes ahead of the competition but is likely to face disqualification for missing several waypoints on Thursday. The day started with a drastic decision taken by the rally organizers to shorten the stage, after finding an impassible river ford in the San Rafael to Mendoza route.

Al-Attiyah got into an early lead and looked set to further increase his advantage in the overall standings. The BMW driver crossed the ... (read more)]]> Fri, 09 Jan 2009 02:58:08 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/al-attiyah-wins-stage-later-disqualified-3114.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/al-attiyah-wins-stage-later-disqualified-3114.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/pascal-terry-died-of-pulmonary-edema-3092.html
He died of a pulmonary edema, which caused a respiratory and cardiac arrest. His body showed no signs of blows or dehydration, said police official Julio Acosta, according to the Argentine media.

The Normandy-born competitor was found dead yesterday ...]]> Pascal Terry, the French rider who lost his life in the Dakar Rally this year, died of a pulmonary edema. This was the verdict reached by the Argentine police, after a thorough investigation carried out during the course of yesterday evening.

He died of a pulmonary edema, which caused a respiratory and cardiac arrest. His body showed no signs of blows or dehydration, said police official Julio Acosta, according to the Argentine media.

The Normandy-born competitor was found dead yesterday ... (read more)]]> Thu, 08 Jan 2009 06:29:38 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/pascal-terry-died-of-pulmonary-edema-3092.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/pascal-terry-died-of-pulmonary-edema-3092.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/de-villiers-wins-dakar-stage-al-attiyah-overall-leader-3074.html
We took things easy at first, planning to attack more and more towards the end. This strategy paid off, but we did unfortunately damage a rim wh...]]> Giniel de Villiers clinched his first win in the 2009 Dakar Rally, mastering the sand dunes of the Neuquen to San Rafael stage in 5h47:43. The South-African did most things right on yesterday's route, putting enough minutes between him and rally leaders Carlos Sainz and Nasser Al-Attiyah to secure the runner-up position in the overall classification.

We took things easy at first, planning to attack more and more towards the end. This strategy paid off, but we did unfortunately damage a rim wh... (read more)]]> Thu, 08 Jan 2009 03:02:28 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/de-villiers-wins-dakar-stage-al-attiyah-overall-leader-3074.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/de-villiers-wins-dakar-stage-al-attiyah-overall-leader-3074.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/motorcyclist-pascal-terry-loses-his-life-in-the-2009-dakar-rally-3053.html
Terry was on his very first start in the competition and did not report back to the Dakar caravan after the second stage on Sunday. The reason why the searching crew took so long to find him was because ...]]> The 2009 Dakar Rally has made its first victim. French rider Pascal Terry was found dead by the rally organizers earlier today, with the cause of death yet to be determined. The 49-year old was found approximately 15 meters away from his bike, as reported by the Dakar organizers on Wednesday.

Terry was on his very first start in the competition and did not report back to the Dakar caravan after the second stage on Sunday. The reason why the searching crew took so long to find him was because ... (read more)]]> Wed, 07 Jan 2009 06:55:29 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/motorcyclist-pascal-terry-loses-his-life-in-the-2009-dakar-rally-3053.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/motorcyclist-pascal-terry-loses-his-life-in-the-2009-dakar-rally-3053.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/sainz-wins-thrilling-battle-with-al-attiyah-in-dakar-s-stage-4-3032.html
Sainz started yesterday's stage with the sole purpose of increasing his lead over Al-Attiyah in the overall standings. The Spaniard got into the lead early in the stage and looked like he was going to easily put some minutes behind h...]]> Carlos Sainz won Stage 4 of the Dakar Rally after a thrilling battle with Qatar's Nasser Al-Attiyah. The Spaniard did not leave his rival's win a day before unanswered and clinched the 459-km special from Jacobacci to Neuquen only seconds ahead of the BMW driver.

Sainz started yesterday's stage with the sole purpose of increasing his lead over Al-Attiyah in the overall standings. The Spaniard got into the lead early in the stage and looked like he was going to easily put some minutes behind h... (read more)]]> Wed, 07 Jan 2009 01:45:31 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/sainz-wins-thrilling-battle-with-al-attiyah-in-dakar-s-stage-4-3032.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/sainz-wins-thrilling-battle-with-al-attiyah-in-dakar-s-stage-4-3032.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/al-attiyah-wins-stage-3-sainz-increases-dakar-lead-2999.html
The Qatar driver pulled ahead of the pack by the first check point on yesterday's stage, but a puncture caused him a loss of time for the second part of the day to eventually finish only 35 seconds ahead of overall leader Carlos Sainz. Dieter Depping came in third at Jacobacci...]]> Nasser Al-Attiyah knew he had to step up his game and do few mistakes on Monday in order to still have a shot at winning the Dakar Rally this year, and that's exactly what he did on Stage 3 of the South American event.

The Qatar driver pulled ahead of the pack by the first check point on yesterday's stage, but a puncture caused him a loss of time for the second part of the day to eventually finish only 35 seconds ahead of overall leader Carlos Sainz. Dieter Depping came in third at Jacobacci... (read more)]]> Tue, 06 Jan 2009 02:49:29 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/al-attiyah-wins-stage-3-sainz-increases-dakar-lead-2999.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/al-attiyah-wins-stage-3-sainz-increases-dakar-lead-2999.html#comments autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/carlos-sainz-moves-into-dakar-lead-2967.html
Although he finished the second day more than one minute ahead of Mit...]]> Carlos Sainz is the new leader of the 2009 Dakar Rally. The Spaniard made little mistakes in Santa Rosa to Puerto Madryn stage on Sunday and clinched the overall lead after first day leader Nassar Al-Attiyah lost more than 6 minutes after the first checkpoint. The BMW driver managed to keep the pace with his rivals in the first part of the day, but made a 6-minute visit off-course to slip all the way into 4th place overall.

Although he finished the second day more than one minute ahead of Mit... (read more)]]> Mon, 05 Jan 2009 03:01:08 -0500 Dakar - autoevolution http://www.autoevolution.com/news/carlos-sainz-moves-into-dakar-lead-2967.html Dakar http://www.autoevolution.com/news/carlos-sainz-moves-into-dakar-lead-2967.html#comments autoevolution