The Kenya Project represents a complete immersion into one of the most demanding rally environments in the world. Conducted directly in the territories of the Safari Rally, this program delivered a 360-degree development operation involving driver, co-driver, and technical team.
Two Vittorio Caneva Rally School instructors were deployed on-site to integrate with the client’s structure, working side-by-side with the crew and mechanics to elevate performance across every stage of the rally process.
This project was not a standard training session. It was a full operational partnership.
The program combined advanced coaching with real-time vehicle development, executed directly with the client’s rally car and team. Every activity was designed to reflect real competition conditions, maximizing transfer to stage performance.
Core activities included:
This approach ensured alignment between driving style, pace notes, and car behavior, a critical factor in high-speed gravel rallies.
A key pillar of the Kenya Project was the integration of data-driven decision making.
We analyzed onboard footage and performance data to identify inefficiencies and optimize driving inputs. Every setup change was tracked and structured using Closer Rally Manager software, ensuring a precise and methodical development process.
The work included:
All modifications were documented, validated, and refined through stage-by-stage comparison, with a constant focus on time improvement.
Beyond performance gains, the project delivered long-term value through knowledge transfer.
We shared our internal working methodologies with the entire team, creating a structured workflow that can be replicated in future events. This included measurement protocols, setup logic, and decision-making processes under rally conditions.
At the conclusion of the project, the team received a complete technical report including:
Every phase of the project was monitored and quantified.
Through consistent tracking of stage times and performance metrics, we validated the effectiveness of each intervention. The result was a clear progression in pace, consistency, and overall control in extreme rally conditions.
The Kenya Project marks a key milestone in the global expansion of Vittorio Caneva Rally School.
It establishes a foundation for future activities in Safari Rally territories, including advanced training programs, technical support operations, and development initiatives aimed at young drivers and local communities.
This is not a one-off project. It is the beginning of a structured presence in one of rallying’s most iconic environments.