Racing across the land between heaven and earth, conquering majestic mountains and valleys. On May 26, the 2018 "Fresh Yulin" Desert Summer Tourism Season, the "ZhiCheng Lubricant Cup" Shaanxi’s First "Around the Millennium Salt Lake" Off-Road Rally (National) Invitational Tournament, and the Dingbian Tourism Culture Festival grandly opened at the Dingbian Salt Carving Square, igniting an intense battle. Over 86,000 excited spectators flocked to the venue.
Colored smoke filled the air, helicopters hovered overhead, all racing cars were primed and ready. With the wave of the starting flag, the engines roared and the cars shot forward one after another. The "Around the Millennium Salt Lake" Off-Road Rally (National) Invitational Tournament—Dingbian Station—officially began, drawing tens of thousands of passionate fans who came to watch spontaneously, filling the scene to the brim.
The event attracted over a hundred drivers to compete, including professionals such as Huang Fengge, Yuan Qitai, Wang Wenlin, Ma Hailong, Ding Cifu, Jin Jianyun, Zhang Dejin, and Liu Huan. The main competition was divided into five categories: Modified Group, Production Group, Open Group, Women’s Group, and UTV (Utility Vehicle) Group. Accompanied by the roaring engines, wild racing cars sped like untamed horses across gravel roads, igniting passion and thrilling energy.
Following the opening ceremony, the race on SS1 track commenced. SS1 is an off-road circuit course, 3.04 kilometers in length, with each car completing four laps within a maximum time allowance of 10 minutes. The track features straightaways where drivers can push speeds to the limit, as well as sharp turns demanding skillful drifting—posing extreme challenges to competitors. Drivers test their limits on every course, pouring sweat on every racing ground. The deafening roar of engines, clouds of dust, and splashes of mud continuously stimulate the audience's visual senses.
The tourism culture festival site also offered a dazzling array of activities. Folk performances captured attention, traditional za wine was sweet yet not intoxicating, local snacks were both affordable and delicious, attracting a continuous flow of visitors. An exceptionally rare bonfire party was held onsite, featuring live bands, dancing, games, and various exciting performances, drawing nearly 10,000 attendees. The atmosphere was electric, creating an unprecedentedly grand spectacle.
This long-awaited off-road rally extravaganza is more than just about drifting and roaring engines—it’s not only about fine wine and delicious food. It’s also about speed, passion, and adrenaline. This time, let everyone experience four unique sensations: Circle, drive around the Millennium Salt Lake and the ancient Salt Horse Road; Watch, observe the innovative off-road rally competition; Enjoy, savor the rich Dingbian Tourism Culture Festival; Taste, sample distinctive snacks from the Three Borders region.