At Magneta, we are committed to combining performance, innovation, and environmental responsibility. With this in mind, we renewed our support in 2026 for the Normandie Racing Solutions (NRS) team and its hydrogen hybrid truck #915, competing in the legendary Dakar 2026.
This adventure demonstrates that it is possible to push technological boundaries while embracing a more sustainable approach.
A hydrogen hybrid truck racing for a more sustainable Dakar
For several years, the NRS team has taken on the challenge of the nearly 8,000 kilometers of the Dakar with a hydrogen hybrid truck.
The vehicle is equipped with a HydraGen HG-1 unit produced by dynaCERT. About the size of a suitcase, this unit uses distilled water to generate hydrogen through electrolysis. The system enables faster and cleaner fuel combustion, thereby reducing greenhouse gas emissions and diesel consumption.
This ongoing pursuit of eco-responsible innovation echoes Magneta’s commitment to the ecological transition. We are proud to support a team that proves high performance, even in the most demanding environments, can align with a responsible and sustainable approach.
A commitment to solidarity beyond the competition
Beyond the sporting aspect of this challenge, Normandie Racing Solutions has also pledged to support the Association des autistes de Basse-Normandie. Ran exclusively by volunteers, the charity works to raise awareness and support families, professionals, and the general public regarding autism spectrum disorders. The team chose to donate a portion of its sponsorship revenue to the charity and organized several meet-ups with the children supported by the organization, giving them the opportunity to discover the truck and the world of rally raid.
At Magneta, we are commited to supporting local initiatives that promote the values of solidarity and community engagement.
The Dakar 2026 route
For its 48th edition, the Dakar rally raid took place in Saudi Arabia, featuring 13 days of competition in extreme weather conditions across dunes, gravel tracks, and mountains.
The 13 stages of Dakar 2026 :
- Sunday, January 4: Opening loop around Yanbu
- Monday, January 5: 500 kilometers from Yanbu to Al Ula
- Tuesday, January 6: Sandy loop around Al Ula
- Wednesday, January 7: First part of the marathon stage from Al Ula, finishing at a desert campsite
- Thursday, January 8: Second part of the marathon stage, finishing in Hail
- Friday, January 9: 900 kilometers between Hail and Riyadh
- Sunday, January 11: 900 kilometers between Riyadh and Wadi Ad-Dawasir
- Monday, January 12: Loop around Wadi Ad-Dawasir
- Tuesday, January 13: Start of the second marathon from Wadi Ad-Dawasir to the campsite
- Wednesday, January 14: Second marathon stage with more than 300 kilometers through dunes to reach Bisha
- Thursday, January 15: Labyrinth stage between Bisha and Al Henakiyah
- Friday, January 16: 700 kilometers from Al Henakiyah to Yanbu
- Saturday, January 17: Final loop and finishers’ arrival in Yanbu
Source: dakar.com
A winning bet : truck #915 crosses the finish line of the Dakar 2026
Shock absorber failure, water pump belt issues, mental and physical fatigue, the Dakar is an intense adventure that leaves no room for error. Despite these challenges, the Normandie Racing Solutions team demonstrated remarkable resilience, successfully completing the Dakar Classic and earning the highly coveted finisher status.
Congratulations to the crew of truck #915 for your tenacity, commitment, and outstanding achievement!
We look forward to seeing you back on the tracks next year for new challenges
Source: @team_les_copains_du_desert
Relive the team’s podium
Discover this emotional moment as the Normandie Racing Solutions team arrived on the podium at the end of the Dakar 2026.
Source: NRS Rally
