News Africa Race 2018

6TH STAGE FROM MOROCCO TO MAURITANIA

Africa Race 2018
Monday, January 8, 2018 - 14:01
After a very early morning waking up at 4am, all participants had to take the road by night for a 429 kilometers liaison with the crossing of the border. The 10th edition of the Africa Eco Race continues its journey in Mauritania where a first leg ending in the dunes after 211 kilometers.

DAY OFF IN DAKHLA

Africa Race 2018
Sunday, January 7, 2018 - 13:57
For the fourth consecutive year, the bivouac of this day rest is installed in Dakhla on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean. The mechanics were able to enjoy a full day of reconditioning vehicles on the beach with sea views. For drivers and co-drivers it was good to take care of the body and share some good moments with each other before taking the road again.

5TH STAGE IN MOROCCO

Africa Race 2018
Saturday, January 6, 2018 - 13:52
Last leg in Morocco: Once again, the 10th edition of the Africa Eco Race gave the competitors a new route. The day started with a light rain which enabled the dust to stay down for the rest of the day. A 436 kilometers leg brought the rally to Bir Anzaran passing the mighty phosphate conveyor belt of Laayoune. The track was very fast with some complicated navigation points. The competitors went straight south and finished the day with 174 kilometers liaison before reaching Dakhla for a well deserved rest day.

4TH STAGE IN MOROCCO

Africa Race 2018
Friday, January 5, 2018 - 13:48
The fourth day in Morocco is a first with the longest leg of the Africa Eco Race since its creation. 497 kilometers with fast tracks and some sand. It's been a big fight in cars between Vasilyev and Serradori, in motorbikes Paolo Ceci settles his leadership.

3RD STAGE IN MAROCCO

Africa Race 2018
Thursday, January 4, 2018 - 13:42
The 10th edition of the Africa Eco Race caravan is still going south in Morocco. On this January 4th 2018 the leg starts directly at the bivouac and 400 kilometers later they reach Assa where awaits them a 21 kilometers to the bivouac. Speed was the order of the day to the delight of Mathieu Serradori in the cars and in the motorcycles it was a great first for Luis Oliveira.

2ND DAY IN MOROCCO

Africa Race 2018
Wednesday, January 3, 2018 - 13:30
The 2nd Moroccan day offered to the competitors the real beginning of the race. On the program a 443 kilometers leg between dunes and stony tracks under a summer sun, enough to disturb the ranking and reveal the favorites of this 10th edition of the Africa Eco Race. La 2ème journée marocaine a offert aux concurrents de quoi rentrer dans le vif du sujet. Au programme une spéciale de 443 kilomètres entre dunes et pistes caillouteuses sous un soleil estival, de quoi creuser les écarts et révéler les grands favoris de cette 10ème édition de l'Africa Eco Race.

FIRST STAGE IN MOROCCO

Africa Race 2018
Tuesday, January 2, 2018 - 13:16
After a busy day, celebrating New Year's eve on a rough sea, all the participants in the 10th edition of the Africa Eco Race arrived at the port of Nador at the end of the day on Tuesday 2 January 2018. A tough first day for all competitors with a special stage before reaching the bivouac 500 kilometers later.

THE RACE STARTS NOW !

Africa Race 2018
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - 14:08
The 10th edition of the Africa Eco Race is getting ready ath the Stade Rondelli of Menton with the administrative and technical checks. The real starts will be given by Jean-Marie Bigard (french humorist) on Sunday at 9 AM in Monaco. For the moment, every competitors have to get through this very important step.

10EME AFRICA ECO RACE GETS UNDERWAY!

Africa Race 2018
Sunday, December 31, 2017 - 13:10
This sunny Sunday morning in Monaco, Jean Marie Bigard officially started the 10th anniversary edition of the Africa Eco Race. Alongside organiser Jean Louis Schlesser, the race godfather was clearly thrilled to be part of the event as the 91 vehicles roared out of Monaco.

Departure program

Africa Race 2018
Thursday, December 14, 2017 - 10:15
Checks on 29th & 30th December 2017 in Menton Official Start on 31st December 2017 from Monaco

BRM Watches

Africa Race 2018
Tuesday, December 12, 2017 - 15:56
Performance, motorsport and the spirit of competition reunite the Africa Eco Race and BRM Chronographs, whom will be the official time keeper of the race.

Entry List

Africa Race 2018
Tuesday, December 12, 2017 - 14:12
Entry List