So Many Dynamos: Maureen McVail’s 22-Year Journey to Empower Women in Motorsports

The Break/Fix podcast episode features Maureen McVail, Founder and Chief Innovation Officer of MORacing, who shares her 22-year journey in motorsports and her mission to empower women in the field. Maureen recounts her personal experiences as a 'petrolhead,' including purchasing a 1984 Porsche Carrera instead of a minivan and getting hooked on high-performance driving. She emphasizes the importance of creating opportunities for women in motorsports through initiatives like MORacing, which aims to inspire, mentor, and facilitate participation in auto racing. Throughout the episode, Maureen discusses her collaborations with notable figures like Pippa Mann and highlights the significance of male allies in her journey. She also addresses challenges in the industry, advocating for inclusion and diversity while sharing her vision for future developments in motorsports education and community engagement.

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00:00 Meet Maureen McVail: Founder of MORacing
01:36 Maureen's Journey into Motorsports
08:41 The Birth of MORacing
14:53 Challenges and Triumphs in Racing
22:21 Women in Motorsports: Coaching and Mentorship
27:22 Encouraging Women in Racing
28:51 Women as Technical Drivers
29:12 Autocross and Driver Clinics
30:47 Making Racing More Inviting for Women
33:03 Transition to Mechanics
36:23 Representation and Role Models
40:49 Daily Drivers in Motorsport
45:34 Future Plans and Shoutouts
50:22 Conclusion and Contact Information

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