The DriveForLife project, the brand that combines off-road experiences and social responsibility, is officially launched on a journey through the Tunisian dunes in support of the Protection4Kids Foundation.
Five stages. Over 1,500 kilometers of sand, stone, wind, and heart.
Team ForLife has proudly completed the fifth edition of the
Tunisie Challenge, one of the most fascinating and challenging off-road competitions in the world, where adventure, mechanics, and humanity merge into a single, unique experience.
For ForLife, however, the meaning went beyond the simple sporting aspect: participation was born with a profound goal: to run for a cause, to transform every kilometer covered into a concrete act of solidarity in support of Protection4Kids, an organization located in Castelfranco Veneto committed to fighting human trafficking, child exploitation, and online crime.
A journey of emotion and commitment: five stages of pure emotion
From the port of Tunis to the sea of Djerba, passing through the vast expanses of Douz, the dunes of the Grand Erg Oriental, and the sun-scorched landscapes of Ksar Ghilane, Team ForLife experienced an adventure that will remain etched in the memories of all participants. Among the protagonists, the team's two crews carried the Italian flag into the heart of the Sahara: driving the two Mitsubishi Pajero V60 Forlife, Andrea Baggio and Elia Stevanato with racing number 346, and Jaro Kase and Yari Stevanato with 359, took turns.
"We challenged ourselves, we learned, we had fun. The desert tests you, but it always gives you something important back: respect, friendship, and gratitude," says Elia Stevanato.
Despite the difficulties, the two crews maintained a steady pace, facing unexpected mechanical problems and variable weather conditions. The goal, from the beginning, was one: to reach the finish line together, heads held high, to support the noble cause of Protection4kids.
At the end of the competition, the results speak for themselves: ● #346 – 18th overall ● #359 – 28th overall
A prestigious achievement for a team participating for the first time, which successfully combined the adrenaline of competition with the strength of human and social values.
"We never thought about winning," emphasizes Andrea Baggio, "we just wanted to demonstrate that sport can also be a tool for doing good."
Who is DriveForLife?
This extraordinary adventure is part of the broader DriveForLife project, an initiative that combines a passion for motorsports, a spirit of adventure, and social commitment. DriveForLife was born with a clear goal: to transform travel and adventure into authentic experiences that leave a lasting impression. The company organizes expeditions and raids to various corners of the world with a well-defined philosophy: experiencing adventure as a means of connecting people, places, and values.
Specializing in off-road vehicle rentals and the creation of non-competitive adventure trips, ForLife offers everyone—from beginners to experienced enthusiasts—the chance to experience the adrenaline of off-roading in complete safety. The long-wheelbase Mitsubishi Pajero V60s, equipped with roll bars and dedicated protection devices, allow them to tackle any type of terrain, creating tailor-made experiences: from safaris in Africa to personalized 4x4 tours in Italy and abroad,
to corporate team-building activities in intense, emotionally and personally engaging contexts. Every ForLife initiative is built with safety, quality, and participation in mind, but above all, it is driven by a guiding principle: each project contributes to the protection of minors and the promotion of a culture of social responsibility, thanks to the ongoing support of Protection4Kids.
A look to the future: the adventure continues
With the end of the competition, Team ForLife is already looking to the future. The goal for 2026 is clear and ambitious: to expand the team, involve new crews, friends, and supporters, to continue transforming every adventure into a concrete gesture of solidarity.
The call is open to everyone—pilots, companies, enthusiasts, and dreamers.
"You don't have to be a professional to make your mark. All you need is belief in an ideal and the courage to set out, together, on an experience that combines emotion, discovery, and human commitment," say Jaro Kase and Yari Stevanato.
A heartfelt thank you
The ForLife team would like to thank everyone who made this undertaking possible: Mapei, Stevanato Prodotti e Lavori Speciali, ReputationUp, Birra Cadore, Camping Cadore, CyberUp, HelpRansomware, Protection4Kids, Ga-Ma Passione Ferramenta, and Habib KTM, for their extraordinary hospitality and the new friendship born among the dunes of the Sahara.
The race doesn't end here
The desert is silent now, but the mission continues. Every kilometer traveled has a value that goes beyond the sand: it represents a possibility, an act of faith, a step towards a better world.
Anyone wishing to support Protection4Kids' projects can do so through the official website: https://protection4kids.com/donazioni/
The true goal is not Djerba, but a future in which every boy and girl can grow up free, protected, and happy. And on that path, ForLife will continue to race.
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