Title: Africa Eco Race: Breathtaking debut for motorcycles and ecological rallying
Hats off: The first stages of the Africa Eco Race ended with a remarkable performance from Jacopo Cerutti on his Aprilia Tuareg 660. The rally focuses on sustainability and zero-emission technology while promoting individual environmental awareness.
The Africa Eco Race, launched in 2009 after the cancellation of the 2008 Dakar Rally, has become an essential annual event in the world of off-road rallies. This race emphasizes sustainability and the use of zero-emission technologies, thereby contributing to environmental conservation. The ongoing 15th edition will include a total of 12 stages, covering a total distance of 6000 km across Morocco, Mauritania and ending on the shores of Lac Rose.
Motorcycles played a leading role in the early stages of the race. Jacopo Cerutti, Italian and European enduro champion, stormed stages 1 and 2 with his Aprilia Tuareg 660. This impressive return of the Italian brand to off-road rallies allowed it to take the lead in the category motorcycle in a solid manner. The two Yamaha Ténéré 700s of Alessandro Botturi and Pol Tarres follow closely, promising fierce competition in the stages to come.
Participants faced complex navigation challenges from the first day of the race. Concentration is essential to follow winding routes and constant changes in terrain. However, Cerutti was pleased with his performance and said: “It was a wonderful first stage of 179 kilometers to start the rally. The navigation was already complicated for a first day, but everything went well. I am having fun and tomorrow will be the second day.
In addition to the performance of the participants, the Africa Eco Race emphasizes individual awareness of eco-responsibility. Sustainability and the use of zero-emission technologies are at the heart of this event. Gautier Paulin, former world motocross runner-up, riding a hybrid Apache, highlighted the importance of electricity in vehicles while enjoying the rally experience. “When you have a hybrid system, you are not in all-wheel drive all the time. We have electric drive. On the fast section we were always in two-wheel drive. We had a lot of fun and it was good for our car,” he added.
The Africa Eco Race is much more than a simple sporting competition, it is a means of promoting an eco-responsible attitude and raising awareness among participants and the public about preserving the environment. This race highlights the possibility of combining passion for motorsport and respect for the planet.
In conclusion, the first stages of the Africa Eco Race offered a breathtaking spectacle, highlighting the performance of Jacopo Cerutti and his Aprilia Tuareg 660. The eco-friendly off-road rally focuses on sustainability and zero-emission technology , reminding everyone of the importance of preserving our environment for future generations.