Spotlight: 5 Questions With “Ms Motorhead” Christina Jimenez
Name:
Christina Jimenez
What She Does:
Boss Lady of MsMotorhead.com
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Her Claim to Fame:
Christina Jimenez, the founder of MsMotorhead, empowers women in motorsports across the Los Angeles area. What began as a podcast featuring interviews with women in the industry has evolved into a multifaceted platform hosting women-themed events, including car shows and track days. Christina’s passion for working with women in motorsports stems from her own experiences, recognizing the scarcity of female representation when she first entered the field. Her goal is to inspire and ease the journey for others, finding immense joy and fulfillment in helping women navigate the motorsports landscape.
In addition to her work with MsMotorhead, Christina has expanded her influence in the automotive world. She is an active member of Women on Track, an initiative aimed at bringing more women onto the track. Christina also co-hosts The West of Tulsa podcast, where she interviews industry professionals and shares their stories, further amplifying women’s voices in motorsports. Her latest venture, cars.speed.dating, showcases her innovative approach by connecting single car enthusiasts, demonstrating that for Christina, cars are not just a passion but a way of life.
5 Questions We Asked and She Answered:
1. How did you develop a passion for cars and/or motorsports?
I grew up taking dirt bikes out to Gorman and riding dune buggies in Mexico with my family. Eventually, I got into import drag racing in the late ’90s with my Nissan 240SX. I joined my first car club in 1999, called Girly Girl Racing, and eventually moved on to Autocross, Time Attack, and now RallyCross.
2. What advice do you have for people who want to break into the motorsports and auto industry?
The biggest thing you can do is ask for help. People are always happy to help; you just have to be willing to accept it, grow, and learn from it. You have to start somewhere, and eventually, with practice and experience, comes confidence and greatness.
3. If you could drive any car, what would it be and why?
Audi R8 Decennium. I’d love to take that car out on the track. Surprisingly, I’ve actually never driven an Audi, but they are beautiful cars. I’ve watched them on the track a few times, and it would be epic.
4. If you could attend any car/motorsports event in the world, which would you choose? Why?
Goodwood Festival of Speed, hands down! It’s actually on my bucket list. To be able to experience so many different cars driving fast among the beautiful countryside would be amazing.
5. What’s the most exciting car event/race you’ve ever attended?
I would have to say F1 at the Circuit of the Americas. I absolutely love that racetrack. But drifting has a special place in my heart, so Formula Drift has also been a fun event.
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