History of the rally
The rally has always been innovative… and has been in the making for 35 years!
1990
- 1990
Creation of the Rallye Aïcha des Gazelles du Maroc by Dominique Serra. - 1992
First international teams participate in the event. - 1998
Moroccan company Aïcha becomes the title sponsor.
- 2001
First Cœur de Gazelles medical caravan.
Implementation of the IRITRACK satellite geolocation system. - 2002
A truck team participates for the first time. - 2003
Creation of the Crossover category – First participation of 3 SUV teams: 1 Land Rover and 2 Kangoos. - 2006
The Rally surpasses 100 registered teams. - 2009
His Majesty King Mohammed VI honors the Rally by granting the Royal Coat of Arms.
First participation of SSVs.
2000
This year, for the first time in its history, the competition, previously reserved for production 4x4s, will be open to quads, motorcycles and trucks.
2010
- 2010
The Rallye obtained ISO 14001 certification for the first time in 2010 and has maintained it continuously ever since. - 2018
Creation of a 100% electric category.
- 2021
30th ANNIVERSARY! - 2023
Participation in COP 28. - 2024
Testing of RETROFIT 4×4 vehicles during the Rally.
Originally powered by combustion engines, these vehicles were converted to become 100% electric.
2020
2026
Anniversary Edition of the Rallye Aïcha des Gazelles du Maroc