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Dakar Rally 2025

aerpace Racer Sanjay Takale will be the first Indian to compete in the Dakar Classic; a gruelling route stretching for almost 8,000 kilometres — from Bisha to Shubaytah.

3 - 17 January 2025, Saudi Arabia

Driven by legends

aerpace racers go much deeper than just a logo on the windshield. We have been passionately committed to put thrills on the track of motorsports for over 35 years now.

Sanjay Takale

The prodigious driver

Born in Manjri village, India, in the year 1968, Sanjay Takale caught the racing bug at a young age from watching motor racing events on a black and white TV.

The small start into a big career. Starting in the typical style, Mr Takale spent fourteen years racing motorbike's professionally before moving into rally motorsports in 2012 and hasn’t looked back since. Winning the Asia-Pacific Rally Championship in his first season, one of the greatest stories in motorsport had already began. He also landed many wins in the rallies of New Zealand, Australia, New Caledonia, France and Japan in the same year.

In 2011, he won the Asia Cross Country Rally before securing further seven podiums in 2012. He finished third in 2017’s Asia Cup, including Malaysia Championship, in which he finished second in his class. In 2018, Mr Takale switched to WRC, claiming second in the Thailand 4x4 Championship and sixth, and seventh in Rally of Tallin & Talsi. He has secured 42 podiums from 48 rallies.

Alongside driving for aerpace racers team, the 54-year-old is also Chief Advisory Officer, playing a pivotal role in developing aerpace's futuristic transportation system. Sanjay Takale joined the aerpace racers family in 2021. He made his debut for the aerpace racers team at the FIA Motorsport Games, 2022 in France.

53
Rallies
43
Podiums
APRC
Winner

From 0 to 35: Our history.

Decades of motorsport history: aerpace has notched up a number of legendary victories in its 35-year history. Ours is a story that deserves to be heard. Let’s relive it together.

Emerged as a true legend (2025)

aerpace Racer Sanjay Takale becomes the first Indian to finish the Dakar Rally 2025 - one of the hardest tests of endurance. Here's to his talent, tenacity, and toughness.

Sensational finish

An impressive performance at the world’s toughest rally, rounding out the two-week race with a fifth-place result on stage 12 to secure eighteenth overall.

Massive accomplishment

Despite early penalties aerpace Racer Sanjay Takale showed great determination, delivering strong performances at Dakar Classic 2025.

Unquestionably the best (2023-2024)

His humble demeanor might not state it, but the trophy cabinet at his home speaks volumes about his accomplishments. And to add to that glittering cabinet he now has 2 more.

Surged to the top

aerpace Racer took the top spot in the 4-wheel category, despite being troubled by the challenging course that was difficult to navigate.

Perseverance pays off

Sanjay Takale showed consistent speed, impressive stamina and tenacity to conquer the minute-by-minute competition at the AXCR 2024.

Taste of the silverware

The legendary aerpace Racer won gold at the first ever MAM Malaysia Festival of Speed, Sepang International Circuit, Malaysia.

Full speed ahead (2019-2022)

In 2022 he embarks on a new chapter, joining the aerpace racers. Together we believe everyday mobility must demonstrate the same acceleration as the racing cars themselves.

Incomparable eight

aerpace racers finished 8th at the FIA Motorsport Games, 2022 in France. At the wheel of Peugeot 208, Mr Takale raced in the Rally4.

Continuing success

He was awarded a special appreciation trophy for his bravery and driving style at the Circuit Paul Ricard during the podium ceremony.

We set the pace

His commitment to success, combined with a competitive spirit, fortitude and team spirit are values that are also writ large at aerpace.

In the fast track. (2018)

From 2018 on, Sanjay Takale continued his racing successes at WRC level – continued to dominate motor racing in the years that followed.

WRC Finland Rally

2018

Iceland Adenture Tour

2018

Latvia Rally

Tallin 2018

Latvia Rally

Talsi 2018

Thailand 4x4 Rally

Feb 2018

Thailand 4x4 Rally

Dec 2018

Garnering attention. (2017)

He had proven himself, and showed the world, garnering a good deal of attention and respect in the process. He already knew that the next chapter in his career was waiting for him.

Japan Rally

2017

Khemer Raid Rally

Thailand 2017

Khemer Raid Rally

Combodia 2017

Malaysia Rally

Perlis 2017

Thailand Rally

2017

No one-hit wonder. (2016)

With proven success even in the most extreme of all motorsport competitions, Sanjay Takale began with a winning streak that was to last for many years.

Arunachal Pradesh Rally

2016

Asia Cross Country Rally

Thailand 2016

Australia Rally

2016

Chikmanglur Rally

2016

Estonia Rally

2016

Japan Rally

Tsumagoi 2016

Japan Rally

2016

Malaysia Rally

2016

Whangarei Rally

New Zealand 2016

Pioneer new dimensions. (2014)

Success under tough competition is proof of the passion of racing – and provides a whole new perspective from the racetrack to the podium and back again.

Unwavering dedication

He blasted off in rallies unbelievably, one of those that give you a frisson of excitement.

Glued to the podium

Sanjay Takale who racked up numerous wins, raced against many elite drivers.

In succession

He had firmly established himself in the upper echelons of the rally motorsports.

The race continues. (2013)

Sanjay Takale reaped the rewards in nearly all classes at the Malaysian Championship, Asia Cup and more. He shaped the era of the rally dominance like no other.

Made for champions

Exceptional wins at the Australia, Desert Strom, Japan, Mahahindra, Malaysian, New Caledonia, New Zealand, and Thailand rallies.

Drives like a gladiator

Prelude to a series of successes unparalleled in the history of motorsports.

More races to go

The name Sanjay Takale is now well known in the world of motrosports.

An exceptional triumph. (2012)

Sanjay Takale won the APRC. This victory marks the beginning of a winning streak of motorsport successes for aerpace that has lasted for over 35 years.

Predestination

In the APRC 2012, he secured the sensational victory of his career.

A new beginning

His win was the first to leave its mark in the Indian history of motorsports.

Decisive turn

The same year he also won the rally of New Zealand, Australia, New Caledonia, France and Japan.

The next milestone. (2007-2011)

After winning numerous motorbike race trophies, he switched to rally and his incredible pace has seen him scale the career ladder at lightning speed.

The rally superstar

He went from humble beginnings to the top of rally championships.

International success

Triumph in the most extreme of all motorsport competitions.

Cruising to victory

Desert Storm Rally, Himalayan Rally, Nagaland Rally, Dakshin Dare, Spice Challenge Kerala, Royal Rajasthan Rally.

Warm-up: The first laps. (1987-2001)

Sanjay Takale laid the foundations for a long-term involvement in motor racing in 1987 with presence at important motorbike racing events.

Record on wheels

Sanjay Takale won more than 75 Trophies in major motorbike race.

Motorbike dominance

No motorbike racer dominated his era quite like Sanjay Takale.

Racing successes

In addition to his racing titles, he also set several speed records.

In a sport where technology and innovation take centre stage, aerpace is poised to play a key role – to lead, to innovate and to be a force for transformative change.