Video: Defending Dakar Episode 3

We did the race and we did the machines. Now let’s check out the drivers.

This week’s episode dives into the drivers who make Polaris’ Dakar efforts possible.

To build a deeper connection with the American fanbase, Polaris has brought together an American driver and navigator team. Brock Heger and his navigator, Max Eddy Jr., are confident they have the winning combination of skill and strategy. With Max’s experience—his fourth Dakar—he’s poised to provide invaluable guidance throughout the grueling race.

Meanwhile, Xavier de Soultrait, coming off his dream-come-true victory in 2024, is determined to defend his title. Alongside his co-driver, Martin Vayssade, who shares a similar background and an unshakable bond, Xavier is ready to tackle the challenges ahead.

Despite being competitors, the drivers and navigators share a mutual respect and support for one another. At the end of the day, they all have the same goal: to secure a Polaris victory.