Team 200 Will Race Modified Forester Hybrid in 2026
Defending X-Cross class winners Carey Lando and Andrea Shaffer are returning to the Rebelle Rally this October.
Updated on Oct. 7, 2026 in Car Types
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Carey Lando and Andrea Shaffer will compete in the 2026 Rebelle Rally from October 7 to October 17, 2026. The duo, known as Team 200, aims to defend their 2025 X-Cross class title in a modified 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid.
Why it matters
The team competes to demonstrate the off-road capabilities of an AWD crossover in demanding terrain. This effort highlights how aftermarket modifications can prepare standard family vehicles for extreme environments.
The vehicle features a 3-inch suspension lift and 30-inch Milestar Patagonia A/T Pro tires. The build has been tested on trails in Moab, Utah, and Colorado.
The players
Carey Lando
A rally driver and 2025 X-Cross class winner who competes to showcase vehicle capabilities.
Andrea Shaffer
A rally navigator and 2025 X-Cross class winner who specializes in traditional map and compass navigation.
Subaru
A Japanese automaker known for its symmetrical all-wheel-drive systems and popular family crossover models.
The details
To prepare for the 1,500-mile rally, the team outfitted the crossover with RaceWorks coil-overs, RalliTEK adjustable arms, underbody protection, and a TORQ locker. The Rebelle Rally requires participants to navigate exclusively using traditional maps, compasses, and roadbooks, strictly prohibiting the use of GPS or electronic navigation.
Timeline
October 7-17, 2026: The 2026 Rebelle Rally takes place.
2025: Carey Lando and Andrea Shaffer won the X-Cross class.
The Home Front
This project explores the performance limits of the 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid through extensive aftermarket modifications. It illustrates how owners can adapt standard crossover platforms for rugged trail use beyond typical daily driving.
If you plan to modify your own vehicle for trail use, consult a licensed professional to ensure suspension and underbody changes remain safe for road driving. Always research the specific trail ratings for your vehicle type before attempting navigation in remote, unmapped areas.
The takeaway
Team 200 serves as a reminder that navigation skills remain as critical as vehicle hardware when exploring off-road environments. Consider updating your own emergency navigation kit with physical paper maps for your next family road trip.
Further reading
Learn more about performance upgrades and vehicle capabilities in our Car Types section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by THE SHOP.
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