Who Was Denise McCluggage? The Racing Driver and Journalist Who Changed Motorsport #motorsport | Denise McCluggage
Jun 14, 2026
YouTube channel: Belinda Automotive
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Before women were regularly seen on racetracks, in automotive newsrooms or leading industry conversations, Denise McCluggage was breaking barriers in all three.
A journalist first and a racing driver second, she earned the respect of her male competitors through her performances on track, winning her class at Sebring and the Monte Carlo Rally while helping to shape the future of automotive journalism through Competition Press, later known as Autoweek.
Known for her white helmet with pink polka dots, Denise became a pioneer for equality in both motorsport and media, leaving a legacy that continues to inspire generations of women across the automotive industry.
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