Vehicle: RENAULT KERAX 6X6 special rally-raid

• Preparation for the Dakar 2010

Michel BOUCOU:

"Firstly, the Dakar 2010 represents continuity for me after the various races that I have already done. I have participated in three African Dakar rallies, the first Dakar in South America last year, the Dakar series in Eastern Europe, the race in La Baja, Spain and another in Morocco, called "Shamrock".

As for the 2010 terrain, I think it will be harder than last year. I have a feeling there will be a lot of sand!

• Preparation and objective for this new edition

Michel BOUCOU:

“The preparation for the Dakar rally is primarily... physical! Not counting of course the technical modifications made for the Kerax. Our state of mind for this edition is, above all, to have some fun while trying to improve constantly and especially make the most of the experience, each more rewarding than the previous one. But our #1 goal for the Dakar 2010 is…arriving to the end!”

• Kerax Technical Modifications

Michel BOUCOU:

"We have strengthened the shock absorbers, as well as tried to lighten the truck. The Kerax is a truck that I know really well because in my professional life, it is what I use most. "

• The Dakar 2009 WELCOME

Michel BOUCOU:

"It was a very warm welcome. Throughout the journey, we found a wonderful audience, who took us to the finish and whom I look forward to seeing again! "