29/10/2026
A massive congratulations to Philip Botha and navigator Andries ‘Stompie’ Mynhardt, winners of the prestigious Road to Dakar Challenge at the VAPS HCV Vryheid 400!
What makes this victory even more special is the journey behind it.
Just a few years ago, Philip entered the world of rally-raid with no racing experience. Through determination, consistency and the support of Red-Lined Motorsport, he has worked his way up through the ranks to compete at the sharp end of the T1+ class.
Now, that journey has earned the crew a FREE ENTRY TO THE 2028 DAKAR RALLY, valued at approximately R600 000!
From their first national races to the world's toughest rally raid, this is what the Road to Dakar Challenge is all about.