Taylor Ferns: Racing Toward a Legacy in Open Wheel and Beyond

This Break/Fix episode features Taylor Ferns, an accomplished race car driver, team owner, law student, and writer. The episode, supported by Women in Motorsports North America, dives into Taylor's expansive 22-year career in racing, her numerous accomplishments, and the challenges she faced. Taylor shares her journey from being inspired by family members who were racers, her early accomplishments in USAC, to taking breaks for education, and her eventual return to racing. The discussion highlights her love for open-wheel cars, particularly sprint cars, and her aspirations of merging law with motorsports. Taylor emphasizes the importance of mentorship, the role of diversity in racing, and how women in motorsports can continue to thrive. The episode also touches on the impact of sim racing, Drive to Survive, and the globalization of motorsport. Taylor's narrative is a testament to her passion, resilience, and dedication to motorsports and supporting the next generation of racers. ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== 00:00 Spotlight on Taylor Ferns 02:07 Taylor's Early Racing Journey 03:50 Balancing Education and Racing 06:11 Merging Law and Motorsports 07:28 Diverse Racing Experiences 14:22 Challenges and Growth in Racing 16:12 Future Aspirations and NASCAR Insights 19:19 Simulators in Motorsports 21:24 Physical Demands of Racing 23:33 The Business Side of Racing 24:33 Women in Motorsports 34:23 Future Plans and Mentorship 35:22 Conclusion and Shoutouts ==================== 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: Visit Our Website Become a VIP at: Patreon Online Magazine: Gran Touring Follow us on Social: Instagram This episode has been brought to you in part by the Women In Motorsports North America (WIMNA). Learn more at www.womeninmotorsportsna.com