In the garage of the Indianapolis Motor Superspeedway, half a century ago, Janet Guthrie stood amid doubtful whispers of fans ...
(via the documentary: Adventures of Janet Guthrie) Janet started in the 39th position in a 42-car field under much skepticism from the racing community at the Daytona 500 on February 20 ...
NASCAR has housed a host of gifted drivers within its banner. From Red Byron and Curtis Turner to Richard Petty and Dale ...
Janet Guthrie is a pioneer in women's motorsports who broke gender barriers and paved the way for future female drivers. In 1977, she became the first person to compete in the Daytona 500 and the ...
Janet Guthrie, Louise Smith, and, most recently, Katherine Legge. Women have also played pivotal roles in the various regional racing series that make up the American stock car landscape ...