Behind the Scenes with Honda at the Desafío Ruta 40
Discover the brilliant performance of the Monster Energy Honda Team in the 4th round of the 2024 World Rally Raid Championship (W2RC) at the mythical Desafío Ruta 40 in Argentina. This epic race, spanning over 932 miles (1500 km) of special stages, saw American rider Ricky Brabec clinch victory with a mere 17-second lead over Tosha Schareina.
An historic Honda 1-2-3 podium highlighted the event for the team, with Adrien Van Beveren securing the final podium spot and Skyler Howes achieving his best finish of the 2024 season in fourth place.
We have prepared an exciting “Behind the Scenes” video that captures the most intense and thrilling moments of the race. From the meticulous preparation in the days leading up to the event to the jubilant celebration at the finish line, this video offers an insider’s perspective on what a W2RC race truly entails.
We would like to express our sincere thanks to all our sponsors for their unwavering support. Without them, this incredible journey would not be possible. Thank you for accompanying us at every stage of this exciting adventure!
Location: Argentina – Desafío Ruta 40
The Desafío Ruta 40 stands out in the global sporting context as a premium event. More than a mere speed race, like every Cross Country Rally, the Desafío Ruta 40 is an adventure that demands competitors demonstrate skills beyond speed to achieve their goals.
Desafío Ruta 40 is a unique adventure and an unparalleled experience. Competitors who start the race share the common goal of reaching the finish line after covering numerous miles and encountering countless adventures.
A week of competition provides ample time for competitors to prove their courage and strength in preparation for the big race in January. Solidarity is also a crucial aspect. By bringing together amateur and professional drivers in the same race, it is expected that the latter will assist and cooperate with the former, helping them develop their skills in the competition.
Finally, as a race held at the highest level of competition, all main aspects—sports, technical, safety, and dissemination—are executed according to the highest performance standards.
With Desafío Ruta 40, the world of Cross Country Rally will discover new terrains and be filled with new stories.
Don’t miss out on the action—check out our exclusive “Behind the Scenes” video to experience the adventure firsthand
Photos/Videos: Honda Media – Words: Mike de la Torre
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