Audree Blankenship Racing: How Family and Determination Drive Her Success

In this episode of the Women's Motorsports Network Podcast, host Melinda Russell interviews Audree Blankenship, a driven 15-year-old racer from LaGrange, Indiana. Audree, a sophomore at Lakeland Junior Senior High School, shares how her family’s racing legacy sparked her passion. Inspired by her grandfather and father, she began her journey in karting and now competes in the Sport Compact and Outlaw Front Wheel Drive divisions.

Audree opens up about the challenges of earning respect as a young female driver and the importance of consistency on the track. Despite her age, she’s proven her talent with a top-10 finish at the Michigan Cup, racing against seasoned drivers. Building her new race car alongside her dad has been a valuable bonding experience and a chance to learn the mechanics of her vehicle.

While NASCAR is a dream, Audree remains grounded with a focus on becoming a respected local driver. She takes pride in inspiring young fans, especially girls, proving that with confidence and hard work, anything is possible. As she prepares for the upcoming season, traveling with the National Compact Touring Series is on her radar, and she’s excited about new tracks and experiences.

Audree's story is one of family support, determination, and breaking barriers in motorsports. Her journey encourages young racers to set realistic goals, believe in themselves, and never let doubt hold them back.

👉 Stay connected: Follow her journey on Facebook at Audree Blankenship Racing.