SALLY MOTT
My Story
Hi! My name is Sally Mott, a 19-year-old race car driver and entrepreneur, and I’m currently pursuing a professional racing career while working as an independent consultant for Ambit Energy.
My journey in racing began with go-karts, where I developed the fundamentals of racecraft and cultivated my competitive edge. From there, I transitioned to Spec Miata racing, competing in a club-level series where I refined my skills and learned the nuances of racing cars instead of karts. One of the highlights of my career so far came in November 2023 when I earned the prestigious Mazda MX-5 Cup Women’s Initiative Scholarship. That scholarship gave me the opportunity to race in the 2024 Mazda MX-5 Cup series.
My debut season in the MX-5 Cup was an exciting one. I finished 12th in the championship standings and was the top-finishing female driver throughout the season. My best result was a 6th-place finish, and I’ve been focused on building on that momentum as I head into the 2025 season.
Looking ahead, I have big goals for my racing career. I’m determined to climb the motorsports ladder, win a championship in the MX-5 Cup series, and eventually compete in IMSA prototype racing and the iconic 24 Hours of Le Mans. But my ambitions extend beyond my personal racing achievements. I’m deeply passionate about giving back to the sport, especially by supporting young girls in karting. One of my dreams is to open a racing school specifically for girls, helping them navigate the motorsports world and succeed in what has traditionally been a male-dominated field.
For me, racing is about more than just competition—it’s about pushing limits, inspiring others, and leaving a legacy that makes the sport more inclusive and accessible for future generations.
Driven to Win: Central Texas teen breaking barriers in male-dominated sport
“If they handed out trophies for grit and determination, Sally Mott would already be in the winner’s circle. But she knows what it takes to get there and she’s willing to put in the work to get it done, and she just might win over a few hearts and minds along the way.”
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MX-5 Cup Shootout Women’s Initiative $75,000 Scholarship
We did it!! We won the MX-5 Cup Women’s Initiative Scholarship!
After racing at Road Atlanta in my first MX-5 Cup race with hopes of becoming a finalist for the shootout, I was disappointed to discover that I was not selected as an original finalist. However, after some last minute changes, I got the call of a life time. Although very last minute, I was added to the lists of finalists, becoming 1 of the 3 female participants to compete at the shootout!
After a comprehensive 2 day evaluation encompassing on and off-track assessments conducted by Mazda judges, I am pleased to say that I was able to successfully secure the Women’s Initiative Scholarship and become a Mazda factory driver for the 2024 season!
2023 LMR Cruise-In
Sally got invited to the 2023 LMR Cruise-In at Texas Motor Speedway, only a few days after winning the $75,000 Women’s Initiative Scholarship at the Mazda MX-5 Cup Shootout.
Next to her is proud sponsor and owner of Late Model Restoration. After helping her make her dreams come true at her first MX-5 Cup race at Road Atlanta, he was proud to hear that she was able to become a Mazda factory driver and secure the scholarship for the 2024 racing season. Here they are (to the right) holding her brand new award, standing next to Shannon’s rare, one of a kind SVT Mustang Cobra R.
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Who is Sally Mott?
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Racing
Instilled with the joy of racing at a young age, Sally discovered the need for speed earlier than most. She progressed rapidly in go karting from racing the LO 206 class to her first win within a year of competing. At 18, she is currently seeking sponsors to fund her in the Spec Miata racing program.
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Pit Reporting
When Sally isn’t racing, she enjoys working for Kart Chaser as a pit reporter. She interviews and gets to talk with world champion drivers.
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Driver Coaching
Sally loves coaching young girl racers. She enjoys doing track walks, going over data, and explaining how to overtake.
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Race Directing
Sally also enjoys playing race director with national racing series such as USPKS.
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Podcasting
Sally loves sharing her passion for racing with others on her podcast Last Lap. She explains her current goals in racing and how she plans to achieve them.
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Camera Crew
On weekends when Sally isn’t racing, she also enjoys working the camera for Kart Chaser. She films national kart races for the KC livestream where thousands of people tune in to watch races.
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Vacationing
Getting away from the hustle every once in a while with a trip to relax, swim, hang out at the beach, and explore new places.
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Fishing
Her record catch was a whopping 70 lb Black Drum when she was 6 years old.
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Modeling
As a fun hobby, she models with her car. She enjoys the process of getting ready and being caught in the moment.
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Networking
Sally loves networking with fellow racers and like minded business owners.
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Traveling
Learning about other cultures and having new experiences. So far, her favorite place to be is Costa Rica, with the monkeys, beaches, tropical forests, and healthy fresh food.
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Starting young
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Sally is a born entrepreneur.
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Quality Time
Holidays and special occasions are spent with family making memories that last a life time.
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+A Student
Sally has made Top 10 three times in a row. She makes straight A’s and is involved in extra curricular activities such as philosophy club and NHS (National Honor Society).
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Racing Genetics
Sally grew up around racing with her dad being a multi-level national champion in karts, formula cars, stock cars, and sports cars.
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Robby Mott
COACH & MECHANIC
Robby has been racing for 38 years in everything from karts to formula cars. He owns and manages his own karting safety company known as Ribtect. Not only is he her father, but he is also Sally’s driver coach and mechanic for all of her motorsport activities.
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Mina Hegaard
MARKETING MANAGER
As well as a mom, Mina is a long time entrepreneur of 25 years. She’s built multiple businesses of her own and has created a name for herself in real estate, horticulture and fashion, specializing in online marketing. Mina converted to a racing enthusiast while watching Danica Patrick almost win the Indy 500 over her baby bump, who we now know as Sally Mott.
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