Tamara Molinaro

Rally racing // Como, Lombardy, Italy

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Italian racer Tamara Molinaro excels across motorsport disciplines, from rallying to electric racing series. Her journey from Trento to international circuits shows modern racing’s evolution.

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Birthday:

March 4, 1994 (31)

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Como, Lombardy, Italy

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Rally racing

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Enthusiast

height:

175cm

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Monaco, Monaco

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I race to push boundaries, not just for myself but to inspire the next generation of girls to chase their dreams, no matter how impossible they seem. People used to tell me I drove like a girl… I just smiled and said, Thank you!

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Tamara Molinaro is an Italian racing driver known for her versatility across rally racing and off-road motorsports, particularly making her mark in the Extreme E electric racing series while building a reputation for adaptability in challenging conditions.

EARLY YEARS

Born on March 8, 1997, in Trento, Italy, Tamara grew up surrounded by motorsport culture in the rugged Dolomite mountains. Her father, Roberto Molinaro, was a rally driver who introduced her to racing from infancy. By age six, she was already behind the wheel of a kart—a gift from her father that sparked her competitive spirit and led her to compete in the Italian Karting Championship at that young age.

EARLY SUCCESS

Tamara quickly distinguished herself as a karting prodigy in regional races throughout Italy. Growing up in Trento’s close-knit community helped develop her resilience and precision—qualities that would later define her racing style. With limited female role models in motorsport, she relied heavily on her family’s unwavering support as she transitioned from karting phenom to professional racer.

NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS
- 2013: Won the Trofeo Maserati North American Championship round at Vallelunga Circuit, becoming the first woman to win a race in the series[1].
- 2017: Competed in the Porsche Carrera Cup Italia, finishing 10th at Misano and becoming the first woman to score points in the series[2].
- 2018: Participated in the Italian GT Championship Sprint Cup as part of the “Racing Girls Project,” becoming the first female driver to compete in the series’ main class[3].
- 2023: Joined Extreme E’s Veloce Racing as a reserve driver, contributing to the team’s development program[4].
REPUTATION

Molinaro has established herself as a versatile competitor across multiple disciplines, from traditional rally cars to electric SUVs in Extreme E. Her adaptability in challenging off-road conditions has become a hallmark of her racing style. As one of the few female racers successfully competing across multiple disciplines, she’s gained recognition for breaking barriers in conventional rallying and innovative electric racing formats. Her role as both a championship driver and reserve in Extreme E has significantly enhanced her visibility in the motorsport world.

FUTURE GOALS/PLANS

Tamara currently competes in Extreme E with Carl Cox Motorsport, partnering with Timo Scheider. Looking beyond her current commitments, she has expressed interest in expanding into endurance racing, specifically targeting the FIA World Endurance Championship. She’s also considering the F1 Academy as a potential pathway to higher-tier single-seater competitions. Beyond racing, Molinaro aims to leverage her platform to advocate for gender inclusivity in motorsport, focusing on creating visibility and opportunities for young female drivers.

References:

Autosport, September 2013
Porsche Motorsport Italia, June 2017
Italian GT Championship, February 2018
Extreme E Official Website, April 2023