Raúl Velit leads the charge as three lions set to battle in Rally Caminos del Inca 2024
The Peugeot 208 Rally4 has quickly become a rising star in the Peruvian rally scene, and with the arrival of the third car, the market is expanding at an impressive rate. The category is heating up with a confirmed trio of fierce competitors in the Rally 4 class, where the Peugeot 208 is clearly marking its territory.
One of the most instrumental figures in this rise is none other than Raúl Velit, the first owner of a Peugeot 208 Rally4 in Peru, who has dominated the category. Raúl, one of our most accomplished customers, trained with the Vittorio Caneva Rally School on both gravel and asphalt, mastering the nuances of each surface through our PRO Rally Courses. His expertise has been crucial in pushing the limits of the 208 Rally4, leading to a string of impressive victories in national championships.
This surge in popularity for the Peugeot 208 Rally4 has been further solidified with Samuel Benedetti recently testing his new car on the asphalt of La Chutana, gearing up for the 2024 edition of the legendary Rally Caminos del Inca (CDI). With three 208 Rally4s officially confirmed for the competition, we are about to witness an intense battle for the podium between Raúl Velit, Carlos Fernández, and Samuel Benedetti. This trio of “Leones Sueltos” (Loose Lions) is set to define the Rally 4 category in Peru, which now offers serious competition thanks to these talented drivers and their equally impressive machines.
Velit’s growth 2024 starting with Vittorio Caneva Rally School
Raúl Velit has proven himself as the top contender in this class, dominating events like the Rally Presidente de la República and the Bicentenario Batalla de Junín Rally, securing P1 in both general and Rally 4 class consistently. His victories in challenging events such as the Rally Sicaya and Rally Arequipa are testaments to his superior skills developed through our rigorous training programs.
With advanced training on gravel at our Gravel Rally Hub in Spain with a 208 Rally4 car, where Raúl honed his ability to tackle varying track conditions and master tire dynamics, and tarmac sessions, where he perfected racing lines and mechanical grip, he has become the quintessential 208 Rally4 driver. His success serves as a key factor in the growing interest in the Peugeot 208 Rally4, attracting more drivers to this vehicle, helping expand the market.
As we prepare for the 2024 Rally Caminos del Inca, the anticipation grows. Who will come out on top in this battle of the lions? One thing is for sure: Raúl Velit and his fellow competitors are poised to put on an unforgettable show, pushing the limits of the Peugeot 208 Rally4 on both gravel and tarmac stages.
Photo Credits:
- Racing.pe
- Alta Velocidad
The rally world is watching, and Peru is quickly becoming the hotbed for Peugeot 208 Rally4 talent.
