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VOTE FOR WOMAN DRIVER OF THE YEAR

Presented by Colorado Tire Auto Care Center

Thank you to everyone who has partisipated in this nomination process. Your enthusiasm and support has been incredible, and we’re honored to highlight the talent, determination, and impact of women in motorsports. We recieved so many nominations we just had to add a second catagory!

One person will be voted to win the 2025 National Woman Driver of the Year and another will be voted to win 2025 Colorado Woman Driver of the Year.

After reviewing an outstanding group of nominees, we’re thrilled to introduce our finalists—each one representing excellence on and off the track. We would like to invite you to vote for the person you feel is most deserving of this award. We have also included just a few of your nomination remarks. They were definatley heatwarming and touching to read!

VOTING WILL CLOSE ON MAY 2ND WITH THE WINNERS BEING ANNOUNCED ON MAY 5TH 2025. DUPLICATE VOTES WILL NOT BE COUNTED. YOU MAY VOTE FOR ONE PERSON IN THE NATIONAL GROUP AND ONE PERSON IN THE COLORADO GROUP.

The Colorado award will be presented in person by Formula Drift Driver Collete Davis and Colorado Tire Auto Care Center. Winner will recieve a trophy and autographed pair of driver gloves from Collete Davis. The National Award winner will recieve a trophy and Slush Motorsports Festival T-Shirt.

Thank you, Colorado Tire Auto Care Center, for sponsoring the Woman Driver of the Year Award! Your support helps recognize and celebrate outstanding women in driving. Thank you for making a difference in our community! As a family-owned and locally operated tire and auto repair facility serving Pueblo since 1987, Colorado Tire has built a reputation for quality work at a fair rate. From tires and alignments to full engine rebuilds, they handle all repair needs with expertise and care.

2024 Reigning Woman Driver of the Year - Kaitlynn Jones

We would like to give a special thank you to Kaitlynn. You continue to make car community a place that inspires passion and pride. Your dedication continues to set a shining example for our community both on and off the track. Congratulations on last years win! A recognition so well deserved!

COLORADO FINALISTS

Patricia Upton

Here is what a couple of her peers said:

"Cause she's a badass in all areas of life. Simple as that. She cares immensely for her family and friends. She's puts in the work at home in the garage and on the track. She's fun to watch drive and great person to hang out with. She comes prepared. She practices, learns, and improves on her skillset with each track day. She stays positive even when times get tough, which is inevitable in drifting.."

"She always is down to help ladies learn without making anyone feel excluded. I have never felt so at home talking with her and getting tips while I’m learning. Shes one of our best female drivers here I think. Shes always getting out there doing comps and never letting the boys shake her. Ive watched her experience set backs & come back harder and better. She is the representation I want of us ladies. Shes deserves every bit of it. My hope is that she wins. NOBODY deserves it more."

Courtney Vertz

Here is what a couple of her peers said:

"Courtney is one of the reasons I got into drifting ! I used to see all the guys doing it all the time but it wasn’t til I saw her drive for the first time at IMI and was so geeked she was a girl!! This was back in 2020 ! So to see how far she’s come is amazing and she’s the reason I’m on track today :)"

" Courtney goes above and beyond for the drifting community. She has been relentless in securing track time for women near the state of Colorado for years. She encourages women to get out and drive by removing boundaries that stand in the way. She makes people comfortable, doing the uncomfortable. She has scheduled not one ladies day per year, but multiple to increase the participation levels in Colorado. She has gotten people to fly in to help coach and mentor. Also, she is just a solid driver."

Denise Swope

Here is what a couple of her peers said:

"Denise Swope exemplifies passion, leadership, and community spirit in the automotive world. As a dedicated car enthusiast she has been instrumental in the local Aurora Cars and Coffee events."

"She drives an amazing 1996 C4 Corvette that is modified is a great driver with lots of experience and also drives a 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche engine swapped with a 6.0l V8 both amazing. She is an amazing Women and also a admin of Aurora Cars and Coffee here in Colorado"

"Denise is awesome! She regularly gives her time to take part in and support the car community. She regularly takes part in track events, encourages others to get involved and helps to facilitate local meets. She is an awesome cheerleader for those around her."

NATIONAL FINALISTS

Miranda Davis - OH

Here is what a couple of her peers said:

"She is a very helpful person on and off the track. She built and maintains her own drifter. She has improved so much in the last year. It's actually amazing. She also co-runs Girls Gone Drifting an all girls drift organization. She is a great cheerleader for all the drivers and is a blast to be around."

"Miranda is a drift queen with seven years of tire-shredding dominance. She’s crushed comps, taken home wins, and commands her Nissan 240SX like it’s an extension of her soul. As co-founder of Girls Gone Drifting, she’s not just racing. She’s leading a movement, bringing women to the front of the pack and leading future generations including her biggest fan, her daughter, watching her mom drift with fire, grit, and grace. Miranda’s not just building momentum on the track, she’s building a legacy."

Chellee Hansen - ID

Here is what a couple of her peers said:

"I nominate Chellee Hansen for Slush Motorsports Woman Driver of the Year. Her recent ProSpec license proves her driving skill. More impressively, she balances this with being a wife, mother, business owner, Team Hansen's Manager, Rudy Hansen's spotter, and merchandise/livery designer. Chellee’s dedication is unmatched. She embodies the spirit of motorsports, excelling on and off the track. Her commitment and multifaceted contributions make her a truly deserving candidate."

"A woman that can drive the way she does is impressive. She's always friendly to everyone around her and the fans that come to meet her. She's an excellent example for the younger generations!"

Kendal Klein - CA

Here is what a couple of her peers said:

"Not only is Kendal a bad ass driver, She motivates, helps and welcomes female drivers in the california drifting community by throwing and hosting events called Sparkle Motion. For someone new to drifting it can be very intimidating and not many females feel comfortable around the boys. She had an aggressive driving style which is very admirable."

"Kendal is a dedicated force in the world of motorsports. As the sole organizer of SparkleMotion, a women’s drift event, she has created a safe and empowering space for women to drive—whether they’re seasoned enthusiasts or taking the wheel for the first time. Passionate about uplifting others, Kendal inspires women to step into the driver’s seat with confidence. Her kindness, inclusivity, and unwavering support for women in motorsports make her a true advocate for the community."