In order to provide a level-playing field between a wide variety of cars, including Audi’s new electric-powered RS Q e-tron, the ASO has heavily modified the regulations for the 44th running of the Dakar in Saudi Arabia.
Chiefly, the width of all 4×4 cars has been raised from 2m to 2.3m and suspension travel has been increased from 280mm to 350mm, while the size of the tyres have gone up from 32 inches to 37 inches.
After securing a top-five finish on its Dakar debut earlier this year, the Prodrive-run Bahrain Raid Xtreme team has completely revamped its contender according to the new ruleset, with the Hunter T1+ ECOpower featuring upgraded bodywork, drivetrain and suspension.
The outfit has also switched to a green biofuel which offers 80% reduction in greenhouse emissions compared to traditional petrol.
Roma will be one of the three drivers to represent the Bahrain-flagged, British-run team in the upcoming edition of the Dakar, joining World Rally Championship legend Sebastien…
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