9TH RALLY EDITION: OCTOBER 10 – 19, 2024

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The Co-Pilots

This year’s Honda team is comprised of Hillary Tate, the bright eyed and “just peachy” go getter returning for her second race, and Liz Long, the 3 year Rebelle veteran and 2021 wind storm survivor.
Hillary Tate has been on the HART Rebelle Rally team for 3 years, supporting vehicle prep and completing navigation training until her debut in 2022. Hillary works for American Honda on nation wide construction projects. Hillary exudes confidence, has a glowing smile that spreads joy, and cannot wait to compete this year.
Liz Long is a 3 year Rebelle veteran and is looking forward to the rally this year. She has worked at HDMA for 9 years as a chassis reliability test engineer. In her job, she tests to make sure Hondas and Acuras stay reliable for the life of the car. Liz is kind at heart and works hard at guiding the HART Rebelle team.
Liz and Hillary have been working together on the Honda Rebelle team since 2021. This year they have grown closer and have been working to become a cohesive team ready to Rebelle.
Sponsored By:

Honda
Maxxis

Hillary Tate

Switching roles

Old lady, young body. I love to craft, be outside adventuring, support my church, work on my garden, ride motorcycles, quilt, or hang out with family!

Occupation:

National Construction Project Manager for Honda

Residence:

Pataskala, Ohio

Favorite Quote:

“My darling girl, when are you going to realize that being normal is not necessarily a virtue? It rather denotes a lack of courage.” Aunt Frances, "Practical Magic"

Fun Fact:

I've driven a submarine.

Why the Rebelle? Why now?

You get hooked! After racing in 2022, I’m back for the challenge, back for the comradery, and back to see what else we can overcome, together.

Who, or what, inspires you most?

My parents. They are so giving and supportive to me, my family, and everyone they meet!

Top three favorite podcasts / books / shows

Podcast: The joe gardener Show with Joe Lamp’l
TV Show: Jack Ryan
Book: The Ten Thousand Doors of January, Alix E. Harrow

Greatest adventure to date?

Traveling to Germany by myself for 2 weeks in 2017

Prior Years Competed:

2022

Awards Achieved:

Liz Long

Switching roles

I am deeply committed to my family and inspired by my husband everyday, while also pursuing a thrilling and challenging role as the leader of a Rebelle team in partnership with Honda. I aspire to do my best everyday and keep myself grounded.

Occupation:

Reliability Test Engineer for Honda

Residence:

Marysville, Ohio

Favorite Quote:

“Time doesn’t slow down and fear is only a feeling so dream big and go for it!” – Kaleigh Cohen

Fun Fact:

I grew up as an army kid and moved around a lot growing up.

Why the Rebelle? Why now?

This is a lifechanging event that is always challenging.

Who, or what, inspires you most?

My husband inspires me the most. He is an amazing man that pushes me to be my best everyday, even if I am having a bad day.

Top three favorite podcasts / books / shows
Greatest adventure to date?
Prior Years Competed:

2019, 2021, 2022

Awards Achieved:

3rd in xcross and rookie of the year - 2019

Vehicle

2023 Honda Pilot Trailsport