Ford Heads Back to Rebelle Rally with Five-Truck Team

Continuing pledge to support and elevate female talent in off-road racing

#Ford Performance is gearing up for the 2024 Rebelle Rally with a five-truck lineup. After a triumphant 2023, including a record-breaking fourth X-CROSS win, Ford is back as a Silver Sponsor, partnering with the all-women's off-road competition. With an impressive team driving vehicles from the Bronco family and the thrilling debut of the Ford Ranger Raptor, they're set to conquer one of the most unique and challenging rallies on the planet.

The Rebelle Rally isn't your average race. Covering more than 1,500 miles of brutal Nevada and California desert landscapes, it stands as the longest all-women's off-road navigation rally in the U.S. Competitors rely solely on maps and compasses to navigate, pushing their skills and vehicles to the edge. These are not custom-built rigs but largely stock models, proving that everyday vehicles can conquer extreme real-world conditions.

“The Rebelle Rally embodies the spirit of exploration, endurance, and empowerment. Beyond that, these are the same off-road vehicles that people can buy, and they’re taking on some of the toughest challenges in the world, where the drivers and navigators rely on them to finish without the help of cell phones or GPS. This rally is a true test of our stock vehicles’ durability and capability, and we’re excited to be back with a talented team and five trucks that embody Ford’s off-road heritage.” said Mark Rushbrook, global director, Ford Performance Motorsports.

The 2024 Ford Performance Team:

Bailey Campbell and Sedona Blinson: Ford Ranger Raptor The Ford Ranger Raptor recently emerged victorious in the Baja 1,000 and achieved back-to-back wins in the Finke off-road race in Australia. Driver Bailey Campbell and navigator Sedona Blinson will tackle the upcoming Rebelle Rally in this high-performance off-road vehicle.

Shelby Hall and Rori Lewis: Ford Bronco Raptor Off-road veteran Shelby Hall and five-time Rebelle participant Rori Lewis are teaming up to conquer the desert in the high-performance Bronco Raptor, which won the Stock Mid-Size class at Vegas to Reno.

Laura Wanlass and Penny Dale: Ford Bronco Raptor Laura Wanlass, with six Rebelles under her belt and three consecutive years of podium finishes, is returning in the Bronco Raptor with navigator Penny Dale. The Raptor’s off-road capability has been crucial to their success.

Karisa Haydon and Trista Smith: Ford Bronco Wildtrak Karisa Haydon and Trista Smith, the 2022 Rebelle Rally Rookies of the Year, are back in the Ford Bronco Wildtrak, showcasing the ability of Ford's production vehicles to conquer challenging routes straight off the line.

Melissa Clark and Kathryn Reinhardt: Bronco Sport Sasquatch PackageMelissa Clark has won her third consecutive X-CROSS Class in 2023. She is now back in the Bronco Sport equipped with the new Sasquatch package. This enhanced version offers increased ground clearance, larger tires, and advanced off-road features, making it rally-ready and adventure-capable. She will be partnered with navigator Kathryn Reinhardt.

Ford Performance's involvement in the Rebelle Rally highlights its commitment to empowering women in motorsports while also proving the toughness of its stock vehicles in challenging endurance competitions. The impressive results from 2023 showcased that Ford vehicles are designed to excel in extreme conditions, right off the assembly line.

The 2024 Rebelle Rally is set to begin on October 10, and Ford’s team of five trucks is ready to take on the desert. This event showcases Ford's commitment to off-road excellence, proving they remain at the forefront of performance in this arena.