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More than Equal has partnered with Europe’s leading drag racing venue Santa Pod Raceway and Women in Motorsports North America [WIMNA] to launch “a landmark white paper examining Drag Racing’s leadership in gender inclusivity.”
More than Equal is a global motorsport initiative dedicated to discovering and nurturing Formula 1’s first female world champion by addressing the gender imbalance in motorsport, where only 7% of competitors in formula and GT racing are female.
The collaborative report entitled “It’s Never Been A Thing: Lessons in Gender Equality from Drag Racing” explores how Drag Racing has achieved gender parity, with women making up only 4% of elite competitors across disciplines.
In 2024, Drag Racing marked its 100th female event winner in the NHRA series, showcasing excellence in female representation.
The report outlines six primary themes that have contributed to Drag Racing’s success in gender equality, offering strategies for other motorsport disciplines to follow suit.
More than Equal aims to use the findings to support drivers in their development program and create a more inclusive future for all drivers in motorsport.
Partnerships with motorsports that have achieved gender parity are crucial in fostering a space where everyone can thrive and succeed in the field of racing.
