Pit Stop: A look back at Amy Ruman's Championship Season

This Pit Stop mini-sode features an interview with Amy Ruman, conducted by the International Motor Racing Research Center in 2016. During the interview, Amy discusses the significance of the Trans Am Series to her and her family, her historic achievement as the first female Trans Am champion, and the progression of the series over the years. She shares her thoughts on the evolution of Trans Am cars, the excitement of racing with powerful engines, and the importance of fan engagement. Amy recounts her career highlights, including her closest finishes and favorite tracks, especially Watkins Glen. She also emphasizes the passion and strong competitive spirit that has sustained the Trans Am Series for 50 years. This episode was originally recorded in 2016 at Watkins Glen International and has been remastered for this podcast. ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== 00:00 Amy Ruman's Championship Journey 01:13 Amy Ruman's Racing Background 01:54 Trans Am Series: Historical Significance and Personal Impact 03:25 Changes in Trans Am Series Over the Years 04:42 Favorite Tracks and Racing Experiences 06:00 The Legacy and Future of Trans Am 07:00 Memorable Racing Moments 07:45 Favorite Trans Am Car 08:25 Conclusion and Closing Remarks ==================== The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net More Information: https://www.motoringpodcast.net/ Become a VIP at: https://www.patreon.com/gtmotorsports Online Magazine: https://www.gtmotorsports.org/ This episode is part of our HISTORY OF MOTORSPORTS SERIES and is sponsored in part by: The International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC), The Society of Automotive Historians (SAH), The Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Argetsinger Family.