Audi and Carlos Sainz have made history. After an ambitious three-year Dakar campaign, they’ve done what they went to the desert to do: win.

For the first time ever, a low-emission prototype with an electric drive, high-voltage battery and energy converter has won the world’s toughest desert rally. The Spaniards Carlos Sainz and Lucas Cruz secured Audi’s first victory in the Dakar Rally after around 7,900 kilometres with a lead of 1h 20min, proving you can electrify the desert.

In this film, you will see how a little manifestation, lots of teamwork, and long, tough days made Dakar dreams come true.
 
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