Regulation

Organiser

Organized by MG S.S.D. - Via Fratelli Cervi 16, Moncalieri, 10024 (TO) - Italy

MG S.S.D. is a non-profit amateur sports association dedicated to the spread and promotion of motorsport. We are passionate about organizing events, gatherings, and driving courses within the automotive and off-road sectors. Our goal is to promote the sport and prioritize health and well-being, while ensuring equal opportunities for all enthusiasts. The association is officially affiliated with ASI Nazionale and is duly registered in the National Register of Amateur Sports Activities (RASD), operating in full compliance with current sports regulations and safeguards.

Vehicles allowed

You can participate in our Panda Desert 4x4 raid with every kind of Panda 4x4 models or Y10 4x4. It has to be in good standing with the Highway Code. In case of vehicle’s processing and discrepancies, these will be considered the sole responsibility of the crew who runs it.

Schedule

The event will take place in Tunisia, from 06 March 2027 to March 16, 2027 included (6th and 16th included in the schedule with the travel by ferry from Genoa to Tunis).

The detailed program is going to be released after our team will have made an inspection for being sure to reserve to our participants the best off road route and the best accommodation possible, to be sure to make you living a unique experience!

N.B.: The program is indicative and may be subject to unquestionable changes if the geopolitical, health, technical situation (or any other reason deemed valid by the Organization) makes it necessary.

Participation fees and refunds

Participation fees are per team: driver, co-pilot, and Panda 4x4.

Panda Desert 4x4 2027 registration fees:

3600€ REGISTRATION FEE A

ATTENTION: the cost of the ferry is excluded. The organization and logistics of the return trip to and from Tunis will be at the participant's discretion and expense. This does not include customs assistance and any overnight stays or other expenses not scheduled and/or included in the event. This includes official registration for the sporting event, hotel, half-board accommodations, GPS/roadbook tracks, rankings, and safety assistance along the desert route, everything listed under *inclusions.

€4550 REGISTRATION FEE B

This fee includes travel logistics for club members. This option is highly recommended. Travel is an integral part of the sporting event and is an important part of the club's membership, as it includes important technical and safety briefings, the delivery of GPS trackers, and the inspection of vehicles at the port of Genoa. Includes everything included in the registration fee A, plus logistical support for the Round-trip ferry Genoa-Tunis, two people, panda, accommodation in an outside cabin, assistance with customs procedures upon disembarkation.

€5430 REGISTRATION FEE C

Choice suitable for those who require personalized management of their privacy and recovery time during the trip. This is to ensure maximum crew well-being and respect the personal privacy and health needs of members (even in the case of crews composed of pilots and co-pilots who do not live together and/or are strangers to each other). Includes everything included in the registration fee A, plus logistical support for the Round-trip ferry Genoa-Tunis (in single outside cabins, two people, panda 4x4) and the coordination of the stay with logistical arrangements in a private single room in the facilities selected by the MG S.S.D. The stay is an integral part of the club's sports trip.

ATTENTION: This option is subject to the physical accommodation of the facilities on site, with particular reference to tented camps in the desert, characterised by their nature by a limited number of structures. If all available places are filled, a chronological order will be applied, assigning individual placement priority to those who register first.

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION DISCOUNT: First 20 teams to register.

To facilitate the logistical planning of the trip and the effective sustainability of the event, a reduction of € 200,00 was decided on the participation fee for the first 20 subscribers.

The discount will be applied directly as a deduction from the amount due upon payment. The reduced fee will be assigned based on the chronological order in which registration applications are received, until the first 20 participants are reached. To validate your registration and the associated reduction, the payment (deposit or balance) must reach MG S.S.D. no later than 5 business days after submitting the application. If payment is not received within this period, the registration will be considered null and void and automatically cancelled. The place will be reassigned to the first participant excluded in chronological order.

In order for the registration to be valid, it is necessary to pay a security deposit of €1800 when completing and signing the form. Paid at the end of online registration by bank transfer within 5 business days. After this deadline, the registration will be cancelled.

The participant retains the right to choose whether to pay only the required advance payment or to pay the entire fee in a single payment (advance payment and balance payment simultaneously).

IBAN:IT12 E063 0530 9800 0030 0009 561

Made out to: MG S.S.D.

Reason: Security deposit - Pilot's first and last name - Co-pilot's first and last name - Subscription ID

1800€ Registration validation (within 5 working days)
Balance payment based on the option chosen (A-B-C):

1800€ to be paid by January 10, 2027
2750€ to be paid by January 10, 2027
3630€ to be paid by January 10, 2027

THE FIRST 20 REGISTRANTS entitled to the EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT will pay the following amount, based on the option chosen:

1800€ Registration validation (within 5 working days)
Balance payment based on the option chosen (A-B-C):

1600€ to be paid by January 10, 2027
2550€ to be paid by January 10, 2027
3430€ to be paid by January 10, 2027

REGISTRATION CLOSES: 10 JANUARY 2027 or WHEN 60 CREWS ARE REACHED

The organization provides for the possibility of drawing up a waiting list, in order of registration request, in the event that there are further registrations in addition to the maximum 60 crews foreseen for the event. In the event that a crew cancels its participation and there is therefore a vacant place, it will be the responsibility of the MG S.S.D. contact in order the first excluded from the event and so on, until the maximum number of registered crews is reached again.

NB: Any type of reduction, made available by MG S.S.D. for registration in the Panda Desert 4x4, they are not cumulative or transferable. Therefore, anyone who registers during the promotional period and has an additional voucher will only be able to use the one with the higher value, which will be deducted from the full price..

If the event balance payment is not made by 11:59 PM on January 10, 2027, your registration will be cancelled without any possibility of refund.

Participants may choose to pay the entire amount in one lump sum and/or combine multiple amounts into a single payment, either in advance or within the established deadlines.

REFUNDS: the security deposit of 1800€, required at the time of registration, validates the registration by securing an available place for the event. Of these, €1000 will be refunded to those who communicate their desire to cancel their subscription by 31st October 2026 via email to MG S.S.D. (miniotti.garage@gmail.com).

After the payment of the final balance, in case of non-participation for proven reasons, refunds will be made of 1400€ for unsubscribe requests sent via email by 31st January 2027.

After that date, 31st January 2027, or in case of socio-political reasons, global health reasons, natural disasters and any reason independent of the organization, no form of compensation or reimbursement of the participation fee will be provided.

Fee for basic technical and mechanical assistance

For those who wish, the organization will provide routine maintenance and daily checks on your vehicle for the entire duration of the trip. The fee is €600 (excluding spare parts and consumables), to be paid by January 10, 2027.

What's included in basic mechanical assistance:

pick-up and return of the car upon the participant's arrival at the end of the day;
Checking the tightness of the bolts (wheels, front axle, etc.)
Check oil and coolant levels and top up if necessary (adding oil and coolant is included in the event of normal wear and tear on the vehicle)
Cleaning the engine intake filter (if necessary, depending on the type of filter fitted).

Any extraordinary work will be assessed on-site and carried out upon acceptance of the estimate by the participant, who is required to pay the amount for the work on-site via cash or instant bank transfer.

NB: spare parts available on site, owned by the MG S.S.D., will be available exclusively to those who have paid the fee for basic mechanical assistance, until stocks run out.

In the event that a crew requires mechanical assistance, but has not paid the fee for basic mechanical assistance at the time of payment, they can request it from the organization ,providing their own spare parts, and will charge an hourly rate of €50/h. The work will be performed upon acceptance of the quote by the participant, who is required to pay the cost on-site via cash or instant bank transfer. These mechanical repairs will in any case be subordinate to the repairs of those paying for the aforementioned service.

Photo Service Fee

Your adventure and your tracks imprinted in the sand and beyond.

As happens every year, our media staff will be stationed among the dunes to capture you speeding along in your Panda 4x4. The dedicated photo service includes a personalized selection of your team's best shots, plus a collection of the event's most iconic and spectacular moments. Once the raid concludes and post-production is complete, you will receive a private link to download all high-resolution photos.

The fee, payable along with the final balance, is €120 per team.

NEW FORMAT! Academy or Expert

The desert makes no concessions. How you choose to face it is up to you!

Crossing the Sahara in a Panda 4x4 is the goal. How you get there depends on your experience. As soon as our wheels hit the sand, the group will split into two distinct factions, ready to experience the Panda Desert 2027 according to their skill level.

What’s the difference?

FORMULA ACADEMY: Learn to master the sand. If it’s your first time in the dunes, feeling uncertain is normal but it shouldn't hold you back. The Academy Format is designed to give you the keys to understanding the desert through a gradual, educational approach, right out in the field. So that you can face the rest of the event with peace of mind, on the first day, you’ll tackle intensive theory and practice sessions: learning driving techniques to avoid getting stuck, how to handle tricky sections, and essential vehicle recovery maneuvers. You can clear up any doubts by openly discussing experiences with desert veterans or, even better, with our guide Arbi, who was born in the desert and knows it like the back of his hand. No "golden filters" here, just professional secrets to turn fear into total control of your vehicle and navigation.

FORMULA EXPERT: Test your limits. If you already have miles of desert driving under your belt, you know exactly what it means to get high-centered and how to dig yourself out of a jam... For you, the sand isn't new: it’s a challenge to be tackled all over again. While the Academy focuses on training, the Expert crews immediately face a technical, complex, and demanding course. It is a route designed to refresh your memory and remind you right away what it truly means to drive on sand, to feel small amidst the vastness of the desert, and above all to shovel and sweat... You will navigate independently, testing your reflexes and your Panda’s durability, all while knowing that a staff support vehicle is ready to step in should the need arise. Pure adrenaline, skill, and navigation.

Documents required to participate in the event

passport (with at least 3 months of residual validity);
vehicle Insurance Certificate (with green card valid for Tunisia);
ORIGINAL Proxy (also a French version) to drive the vehicle abroad ONLY for vehicles registered in the name of "a person not present", of a finance or a company, or in leasing;
valid driving license;
Valid non-competitive sports medical certificate (competitive medical certificates will obviously also be accepted) as an original copy in English or French.
Personal travel insurance (not included in the registration fee and is the responsibility of the participants, covering any medical expenses, accidents, and repatriation, valid in Tunisia for the entire duration of the event).

NB: Any discrepancies, errors and/or false declarations will be exclusive responsibility of the undersigned (Aware that anyone making false statements is punishable under the Criminal Code and specific laws on the matter, pursuant to and for the purposes of Article 76 of Presidential Decree No. 445/2000). They could therefore compromise hotel reservations, ferry bookings, and border police checks upon embarkation and/or disembarkation (Genoa/Tunis or Tunis/Genoa), irreparably jeopardizing the individual's participation in the event itself.

What’s included or excluded in the registration fee

The participation fee is for the crew and comprehends:

Half-board accommodation in 4/5 star hotels;
Half-board accommodation in a tented camp;
Local guide and permits;
GPX track of the route;
SATELLITE and GPS location system for each crew;
Basic medical care;
Photo shoot on our social media;
Tunisian telephone SIM card (one each);
Cash in Tunisian currency equivalent to an exchange rate of €80;
Assistance from the organization;
Recovery and transport to the nearest point reachable by the tow truck;
Use of the designated area for the maintenance of vehicles not paying for mechanical assistance;
Prizes for the top 3 in the skill tests.

The participation fee does not include:

Providing lunch;
Round-trip ferry Genoa-Tunis (if the chosen option does not provide for it - Registration fee A)
Meals on the ferry;
Fuel;
Tow truck;
Anything not expressly specified in the bulleted list above.

Mandatory requirements

The crew intending to participate in the Panda Desert 4x4 is required to equip itself with the following:

Administrative Requirements

Be of legal age (for the driver);
Passport valid for at least 3 months from the date of arrival in Tunisia and a visa if required by the participant's country of origin. The event is also open to minors who must: It is mandatory to have a personal passport with at least three months of validity remaining upon entry into the country. If the minor is traveling with only one parent, it is strongly recommended to bring a copy of the family register and a consent form signed by the other parent with a copy of the document to avoid delays and problems at customs.

Valid driving license, at least for the driver (national or international depending on the participant's country of origin);
Valid non-competitive sports medical certificate (competitive medical certificates will obviously also be accepted) as an original copy in English or French;
RCA insurance policy and Green Card valid for Tunisia (to be taken out at customs if not present on your policy, indicating this during registration);
Vehicle Registration Certificate;
Original Proxy (also in French) to drive the vehicle abroad ONLY for vehicles registered to a "non-present person", leasing company, finance company, company and/or corporation;
Personal travel insurance (not included in the registration fee and is the responsibility of the participants, covering any medical expenses, accidents, and repatriation, valid in Tunisia for the entire duration of the event).

ATTENTION! Upon disembarkation in Tunisia, during customs procedures, each vehicle will be associated with a natural person present (the driver or owner of the vehicle), and consequently the license plate will be linked to their passport number. Therefore, it is mandatory for this person to return the vehicle to Italy at the end of the trip, re-boarding the ferry with the vehicle assigned to them.

Personal Requirements

Broad-spectrum antibiotic, antiseptic, antihistamine, heating blanket and personal medications;
Mobile phone and/or smartphone with power cables and Tunisian SIM card (provided by the organization) or national SIM card with active international roaming service;
Sufficient food reserves (energy foods such as bars are recommended);
Clothing suitable for the place and period (sand-proof glasses recommended);
A sleeping bag is recommended for the night in the tented camp;
Helmet mandatory during skill tests if the car is equipped with a full roll bar (it is not mandatory during transfers, it is not necessary for the helmet to be approved);
Know how to use on-board and navigation instruments (Osmand).

Mandatory Vehicle Requirements

Motor skid plate;
12v USB socket with direct power supply from the battery;
Highly recommended GARMIN 276CX, TREAD or OVERLANDER type cartographic GPS with power cables;
App for reading .GPX files (Osmand);
Tripmaster (even an app is enough);
Battery switch to disconnect the motor battery from the electrical system;
Fuel reserve (20 litre tank - N.B. on board the ferry they must be empty);
At least 5 liters of drinking water;
Medical first aid kit;
No.1 2kg fire extinguisher;
2 complete spare wheels;
Basic wrench and tool kit;
Flashlight with spare batteries;
Shovel;
Sand plates for not getting stuck;
Glass breaker hammer and seat belt cutter easily accessible to both crew members;
Compressor;
Lift jack (pneumatic, hydraulic or mechanical);
Front and rear “heavy duty” tie-down hooks;
Strop (at least 6 m, kinetic strops recommended) and shackles suitable for the vehicle.

N.B.The organizers will provide mandatory stickers to be applied to participants' vehicles in the designated locations for easy identification. Two 600x200mm number stickers will be provided, to be applied to both doors, and one 1400x120mm sun visor sticker will be provided, to be applied to the windshield.

Skill tests regulations

It will be indicated later with a specific press release. The methods for carrying out the skill tests and the criteria with which we will assign the penalty points will be explained. We remind you that all tests are optional, at the discretion of the crew itself. Furthermore, the numbers on the cars are useful for the sole purpose of recognizing the crew by the organization.

Satellite and GPRS tracker

For your safety, a satellite tracker will be installed on each vehicle, allowing you to send a message directly to the organization and the staff's satellite phones in the event of serious, unresolvable mechanical problems or a medical emergency. Furthermore, thanks to this system, we will be able to track and see you in real time wherever you are. We will provide you with a link displaying the positions of the cars on each special stage and track you tackle during the trip, which you can share with anyone who would like to follow you on your adventure through the desert dunes. Thanks to the identification numbers on your cars' liveries, the staff will be able to quickly identify the crew. For 2027, we have once again integrated and implemented the satellite system with a GPS tracker to offer you the best possible service. This will allow us to have even more precise and rapid tracking, to assess any errors made by the crews during the optional skill tests.

Vehicle maintenance and inspection

Personal maintenance and control

The organization provides an area equipped for personal routine checks, where the crew can use their spare parts. This area can be used until 11.00 pm.

Assistance with a professional mechanic (fee required)

The organization will provide mechanical assistance to the vehicle, subject to payment with the second deposit (see paragraph "Basic mechanical assistance fee").

Spare parts management

The organization recommends storing personal auto parts inside a strong plastic box (not provided by the organization), to be able to store them safely and in a handable way. It is specified that the transport of this box must be carried out by the crew itself.

Recommendations and Road Safety

All crews must comply with the rules set by the host country's Highway Code (where applicable). Seat belts are mandatory.

Compared to Europe, any accident in Tunisia is much more complex to manage, both due to the legislation and the precarious health situation; the organization therefore recommends always proceeding in complete safety. Be aware of your driving, orientation, and navigation skills, and of your ability to perform mechanical repairs on your vehicle. Also, while maintaining the principle of prudence, consider the weather and terrain conditions you are tackling.

It is mandatory to refuel the vehicle at any distributor indicated by the organization.

If it's impossible to continue during a stage, the organization will provide vehicle recovery up to the first available tow truck location (the latter is subject to a fee). Please note that the organization does not provide vehicle return to the Tunisian port, nor from the port of Genoa to your home.

Basic medical care will be provided throughout the tour.

The organization declines all responsibility for individual or group travel outside of the program.

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