TEAM

Robert Slavec - DRIVER / MECHANIC

I was born in 1970 and I passed my driving test when I was 19, because I wanted to be a driver whilst serving in the army. And as it usually happens, my wish did not come true and I was walking, rather than driving. Only few people, however, can say that they drove me, as I am usually the one in the driving seat. And, if my jobs until now are anything to judge by, then I am a professional driver. I truly enjoy driving and even long distances and demanding routes cannot put me off. I believe I have driven over 1 million km in my life. And I still enjoy it.

I have been following DAKAR rally since 1981 and always wanted to take part, but I also found out it costs a fortune to take part. The first time I learned about Budapest-Bamako rally was in 2007 when I saw it on Travel Channel. I could not believe that there was this African race in which everyone can participate. Some media named it "Dakar for the poor", but I do not see it that way and I am just glad anyone can take part. When I saw the happiness of children in Mali when the participants brought them gifts, I decided there and then that I would take part in the rally. In December 2007 I convinced my wife to come along and we sent an application as the first Slovenian Racing Team for Budapest Bamako rally. Since then, we spend most of our spare time planning this.

I promise to keep you posted on all important events on our webpage.

Tea Slavec - CO-DRIVER / NAVIGATOR

It took me slightly longer than my husband to make a decision to take part in this. After long consideration I decided that I want to participate and help him achieve the goal. I also want to experience the adventure and most importantly, help the children in the poorest part of the world.