April 04, 2023

3rd Generation SCCA Club Racer: Taylor Hyatt

56 minutes

Our guest tonight is a female road racer, instructor, and event coordinator with the Washington DC Region (WDCR) of the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA). She has several years of competitive experience, two years of road racing experience, and finished 2nd place in the 2021 WDCR H-Production championship, with two wins under her belt. Taylor Hyatt was the 2021 rookie of the year and she’s here to share her motorsports journey with YOU!

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00:00 Meet Taylor Hyatt: Road Racer and Instructor

01:09 Taylor's Racing Origins

01:19 Early Involvement in Racing

02:43 From Volunteering to Racing

03:06 Favorite Cars and Early Experiences

04:03 Transition to Club Racing

05:23 HPDE vs. Club Racing

11:25 Becoming an Instructor

15:39 Choosing and Maintaining the Race Car

17:25 Classing and Racing Experiences

18:59 Learning Moments and Racing Schedule

25:10 Future Racing Plans and Goals

27:32 Preparing for the Racing Season

28:58 Mental Preparation and Superstitions

30:50 Role as Charity Coordinator

32:35 Finding a Place in Motorsports

38:28 Inclusivity and Challenges for Women in Racing

45:19 Sponsorship and Financial Challenges

51:23 Goals and Future Aspirations

52:49 Shoutouts and Final Thoughts

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