Strapped in, navigating deserts with only a roadbook and instinct, Timo Gottschalk has faced 17 Dakar Rallies, surviving crashes, near misses, and split-second decisions. The German co-driver has claimed two wins, including the grueling 2025 edition in Saudi Arabia, and reveals what it takes to stay focused, trust your driver, and embrace both skill and luck in the world’s toughest rally. Meanwhile, in Pakistan, commuters are switching to electric bikes and cars to cut soaring fuel costs, though high prices and limited charging infrastructure remain hurdles. And the long-awaited Dacia Bigster promises space, hybrid efficiency, and smart features—but does it deliver on the road, or are compromises hiding behind the low price?
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