The Dakar Rally is an annual off-road race open to both amateur and professional drivers. The 2008 rally was canceled after fears of terrorism in Africa. The 2009 rally will start in Buenos Aires on January 3 and the finish will be in the Argentine capital January 18.
Fast Facts:
- Originated in 1978
- Majority of participants are amateurs
- Stages can cover distances of over 500 miles per day
