Tecate, BC - #18
Make: Ford Model: Raptor Engine: Norgrady Engine Builder: Ford Chassis: Racer Engineering Transmission: Culhane
Racing from the desert-tough terrain of Tecate, Baja California, Juan Carlos Lopez has carved out his place in SCORE International desert racing history through relentless determination and exceptional skill behind the wheel. His crowning achievement came during the milestone 2017 50th BFGoodrich Tires SCORE Baja 1000, where he captured the Overall championship alongside teammates Luis Montiel, Apdaly Lopez, and Reynaldo Zavala in one of the most celebrated victories in modern SCORE racing.
Lopez's triumph at the golden anniversary Baja 1000 represents the pinnacle of desert racing achievement, conquering the grueling 1,000-mile test through Baja California's most challenging terrain. The historic victory showcased his ability to maintain blistering pace while navigating the treacherous desert conditions that have claimed countless competitors over the decades.
Based in the heart of Baja California's racing culture, Lopez embodies the spirit of Mexican desert racing excellence. His Overall Baja 1000 championship stands as testament to his elite-level driving skills and his team's meticulous preparation. The victory not only elevated his status among SCORE's premier competitors but also highlighted what racing publications called "the highlight of this young racer's career," marking him as a force to be reckoned with in desert racing's most prestigious events.
Only two months after the SCORE Baja 500, the Rosarito Beach 20th SCORE Desert Challenge in September provided racers with an additional opportunity to earn some valuable points and prepare their vehicles for the 49th SCORE Baja 1000 in November. The race was run in split sessions with competitors covering two laps, totaling 128.4 miles that started and finished just south of Rosarito Beach in the Los Manantiales area south of central Rosarito. Read More
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DNF in SCORE Trophy Truck
#18 Overall and #14 in SCORE Trophy Truck
DNF in SCORE Trophy Truck