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SEPT. 14, 2018 (Agua Dulce, Calif.):: In an effort to streamline the registration and planning process for 2018 competitors; NORRA is rolling out it's pre-registration program that will be launched on the NORRA website at noon (PST) on Friday September 15th 2017. The pre-registration program allows competitors to secure their race number and starting position early with flexible payment options. Those competitors who pay in full at any time during pre-registration (September 15th - December 31st 2017) will be able to select their room in Bahia de Los Angeles until they are sold out. Payment flexibility benefits of pre-registration end December 31st 2017 and beginning January 1st 2018 full payment is required. The remainder (if any) of the Bahia de Los Angeles rooms will released in the order that registrations are completed at that time. Additional co-driver registrations and wristbands can be purchased through your NORRA account online through April 15th 2018. On-site purchases are not guaranteed to be available and are dependent upon the capacities of our hosting partners.



Please review 2018 Rules and Categories as some details have progressed. Questions - Contact NORRA? www.norra.com/contact.php

Want To Get A Head Start?

Login to your existing NORRA account, or create a new NORRA account at www.norra.com/member/member_home.php. Have picture images (.jpg, .bmp, or .png) of your Driver's License, Passport and Health Insurance Card ready to upload to your profile. Have your race radio frequency handy as well as your emergency contact phone numbers. Determine what category your vehicle should be competing in (refer to 2018 rules at www.norra.com/rules_current.php). Update and complete the 'My Profile' and 'My Vehicle' sections of your account. Once, pre-registration opens, it should be as easy as selecting your vehicle and choosing your preference of payment option. Upon completion of registration you will receive a confirmation email and see your entry online.

Pre-Registration Terms Are As Follows:

  • Pre-Registration opens Friday 9/15/17 at noon (PST)
  • $500 non-refundable deposit
  • Monthly payment plan options
  • When your entry is paid in full – you will be able to purchase your room in Bay of LA until they are sold out

We at NORRA see these changes as a commitment to the spirit of the event and hope they make this experience more enjoyable for all.

Profile/Vehicle Entry Details:

In order for your Team/Vehicle to be highlighted for this year's event - complete all information about your entry and submit photos when registering. (See details below) Incomplete information and/or lack of photos may result in your registration not being shown nor listed in association with the 2018 YOKOHAMA NORRA Mexican 1000 Rally.

  • Vehicle Number
  • Vehicle Name
  • Vehicle Model/Manufacturer (Supply Picture(s)*
  • Team Name
  • Engine, Trans, Fuel Specs
  • Brief History of Vehicle
  • Driver Of Record Name, From, About (Supply Picture)*
  • Co-Driver(s) Name, From, About (Supply Picture(s)*
  • Special Thanks - Sponsors, Family, Etc.

* PHOTOS: Photos should be cleared with any outside photographer before submitting! (NORRA is not to be held responsible for unlicensed photos.) Please submit 1-3 digital photos of your vehicle in .JPG or .PNG formats. Photos should clearly show vehicle being entered. Along with photo for Driver and Co-Driver(s). File size should be around 800 pixels wide (or larger) and at least 72 dpi (or higher). In doubt? Submit the highest file size possible that is able to be sent via email. Photos will be used in your drivers profile on the NORRA.com website as well as for entry stingers posted on Facebook and Instagram as shown below -




Need A Place To Stay Along The Way?

For registered teams that need help securing accommodations, BajaVoyager, a leader in desert race support and personalized concierge services throughout Baja, has been chosen as the exclusive provider for accommodations for the 2018 YOKOHAMA NORRA Mexican 1000 race. This is the fourth consecutive year that BajaVoyager has played an important role in logistical support for the event. Since 1989, BajaVoyager has been coordinating and organizing travel, events, and accommodations for tourists and off-road racers. Make sure you make your reservations as soon as possible. More information can be found at www.bajavoyager.com.



2018 YOKOHAMA NORRA MEXICAN 1000

Friday April 20th
Ensenada
(Welcome Fiesta / Pre-registration / Tech)

Saturday April 21st
Ensenada
(Registration / Tech / Drivers Meeting)

Sunday April 22nd
Ensenada ~ San Felipe

Monday April 23rd
San Felipe ~ Guerrero Negro (Moto)
San Felipe ~ Bahia de los Angeles (4-Wheel)

Tuesday April 24th
Guerrero Negro/Bahia de los Angeles ~ Loreto

Wednesday April 25th
Loreto ~ La Paz

Thursday April 26th
La Paz ~ San Jose del Cabo
(2018 YOKOHAMA NORRA Mexican 1000 Finish!!!)

Friday April 27th *NEW!*
La Paz ~ San Jose del Cabo
(Awards Ceremony)

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ABOUT NORRA

Beginning in 2010, the National Off Road Racing Association (NORRA) began promoting a rebirth of the NORRA Mexican 1000 rally. The unique off-road rally was co-created by promoter Mike Pearlman to consist of special stages (unlimited speed timed stages in the dirt) linked together by controlled speed liaison / transit sections (highway). The one-of-a-kind, once-a-year, four-day rally includes vintage off-road vehicles and motorcycles, as well as modern desert Rally Raid cars, pre-runner trucks, buggies and motorcycles.

Pearlman's late father Ed and others established the first running of the NORRA Mexican 1000 off-road rally in November of 1967, which eventually became internationally recognized and evolved into the Baja 1000 in the mid-1970's.

The 2018 NORRA Mexican 1000 is supported by Yokohama, Method Race Wheels, Walker Evans Racing, South Point Hotel Casino, Bilstein Shock Absorbers, Multitool USA, Mastercraft/Impact Safety, P.C.I. Race Radios, Baja United Group, Ensenada and many more.

NORRA - National Off Road Racing Association. Home of the Mexican 1000 and the NORRA 500