The first car in the world circulated only at 11 km/h. The police could reach them with bicycles. In fact, the first speeding ticket, in 1902, was for going 20 km/h. These first cars did not have a steering wheel either, they were equipped with levers or rudders, the name of the time. These are some curiosities of the automotive world that not everyone knows or remembers. Just as Bertha Benz was the first woman to drive a motor vehicle, Mary Anderson invented the first windshield wiper in 1903 and many other women were responsible for the arrival of the spark plug, the clutch or the carburetor. And it is that they, although it may not seem like it, have always been there, dominating the entire world of racing.
Behind the cameras, they have made the best fast lap in history, won the most demanding race in the world, won a speed world championship, dominated the two wheels and have even become the first female to join the team’s quarry. Formula 1 champion. We are talking about women, some who are no longer here and others who are taking over, who have left behind prejudices and entered a world of men. They are, among many others, Jutta Kleinschmidt , Danica Patrick , Laia Sanz , Ana Carrasco or Luna Fluxa .
For this reason, we cannot think of a better day than March 8, International Women’s Day, to remember some of the women who have made history in the world of racing; and many others who have done so today or are still doing so. An effort and dedication that shows that this is not just a world of men and, above all, opens the door to new promises . In fact, we are talking about an evolution that is already palpable in the lists of entries in competitions such as the Supersport 300 motorcycle or the Dakar Rally, one of the most extreme competitions that exist, which has more female presence in each edition that adds up. We tell you more about each of them, women who have been relevant in this sector:
