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Jay Leno rediscovers the 190-hp Baja Bug’s history
The American presenter drives a dirt-ready Volkswagen Beetle and explores the evolution of desert racing preparations.
4 October 2026 1 min read 8 views
Jay Leno takes a 190-hp Baja Bug onto the dirt, a Volkswagen Beetle transformed in the United States for desert racing. Its lightweight bodywork and raised suspension are typical features of this kind of build.
Amid dust and slides, the drive also becomes a lesson in off-road automotive history. The Baja Bug shows how simple mechanical components can be adapted to extreme use far from paved roads and the original factory setup.