The X-Raid Mini squad has confirmed its driver line-up for the 2017 Dakar Rally, with Mikko Hirvonen returning to the event for a second time to spearhead the British marque's assault on the event. Former WRC star Hirvonen made his Dakar debut last year with X-Raid, finishing fourth overall with a single stage win to his name. As per this year, the Finn will be partnered by veteran co-driver Michel Perin for his second tilt at the South-American based at the wheel of Mini's ALL4 Racing machine. “I’m really happy and excited to participate to the Dakar for the second time," said Hirvonen. "I think I learned a lot from this race last year and we’ve been working a lot with the...
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