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Team Ignition Podcast Episode 8: Amanda Sorensen

Amanda Sorensen, professional race car driver and one of motorsport’s brightest young talents, joins The Team Ignition Show podcast.

In Episode 8, Part 1 of  The Team Ignition Show, Leticia meets professional racing driver, Amanda Sorensen. Specializing in drifting and off-road racing, Amanda has made a name for herself with her incredible skill, speed, and fearlessness on the track.

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Amanda Sorensen Reveals the Secrets of Drifting

Amanda shares her journey and what sets drifting apart from other racing disciplines. She also gives an insight into the skills needed to adapt on the track, and the life lessons motorsport has taught her.

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  • Formula Drift History Maker: Amanda became the first female driver to reach the podium in Formula Drift’s 21-year history, achieving a second-place finish in the 2024 Link ECU PROSPEC Championship round in New Jersey. This milestone highlighted her skill in a male-dominated motorsport.
  • Extreme E Participation: She made her debut in the prestigious Extreme E series in 2023, competing for GMC with Chip Ganassi Racing, showcasing her versatility across various racing formats.
  • Young Karting Champion: Amanda started racing at a young age and claimed her first karting championship at just nine years old, winning the Las Vegas Regional Rotax MicroMax Championship.
  • Off-Road Racing Success: By 14, Amanda was dominating the off-road racing scene, securing a Polaris RZR Side-by-Side Championship and repeating her victory in the Side-by-Side World Finals at age 15.
More about Amanda
Amanda Sorensen, racecar driver closeup shot in her racing suit
Drifting Duo: Leticia Bufoni and Amanda Sorensen Take on the Track
Fearless on the Track: Leticia Bufoni tries her hand at drifting
THE TEAM IGNITION SHOW – EPISODE 8 PREVIEW: AMANDA SORENSEN

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