Vehicle and Safety Requirements

This document describes the minimum technical requirements for vehicles and the necessary safety equipment required to participate in the 'Atlas Uncharted' rally. The requirements are intended to ensure participant safety, vehicle reliability, and the feasibility of the route in remote regions.

1. Vehicle Requirements

All participating vehicles must meet the following minimum requirements:

General Condition:

Vehicle must be technically sound and reliable
No significant oil or fluid leaks
Brakes and steering must function properly
All lights must be operational

Eligible Vehicle Types:

4x4 off-road vehicles
SUVs with sufficient ground clearance
Off-road capable pickup trucks
Adventure motorcycles / dual-sport motorcycles

Not permitted:

Standard road vehicles with low ground clearance
Vehicles with obvious technical defects

The final approval of vehicles remains at the discretion of the event organization.

2. Mandatory Vehicle Equipment

Recovery Equipment:

Tow rope or recovery straps
At least two shackles
Sand ladders or traction boards

Navigation:

GPS device or navigation system
Offline maps of the rally region
Compass (recommended)

The organizer may optionally provide a GPS tracking device for participants. This tracker may be used to transmit vehicle positions and improve safety during the rally.

Communication:

Mobile phone
Satellite communication recommended (e.g., satellite messenger)

In the rally camps the organizer may provide Starlink internet access for participants where technically available.

Tools and Spare Parts:

Basic onboard tool kit
Spare wheel
Tire repair kit

3. Safety Equipment

First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Warning triangle
High-visibility vests for all occupants

4. Additional Recommended Equipment

Spare parts (e.g., belts, fuses)
Air compressor
Tire pressure gauge
Spare fuel canisters
Additional drinking water supplies

5. Vehicle Inspection

The organization reserves the right to inspect vehicles before the start of the rally and may refuse participation if a vehicle is deemed unsafe or unsuitable.

6. Participant Responsibility

Each participant is responsible for the technical condition of their vehicle, adequate spare parts and equipment, and safe driving behavior. Participation in the rally is entirely at the participant's own risk.

Infrastructure such as GPS tracking or satellite internet is provided primarily for safety and communication purposes and may vary depending on local conditions.