PORTLAND, OR: JMI Auto Insurance Portland Team has officially kicked off its search for the NEXT #1 Girl Racer in Oregon with an unprecedented collaboration between Champion Caleb Shrader Racing, 4T1 Motorsports, & HPE, giving young women the opportunity to race, train, and win with some of the most accomplished names in motorsports.
In partnership with Back-to-Back-to-Back Champion Caleb Shrader Racing, 4T1 Motorsports, 8-time Nitro Kart Racing Champion Hudson O’Harrow, Harbaugh Performance Engines, The Dirt Darlins 501(c)(3), the legendary Pat’s Acres Racing Complex, PipeWrench Plumbing, JMI Limousine, and more – this unique competition is set to inspire the next generation of female racing talent.
Info & Registration On Our Team Page Here
Info & Registration On Our Team Page Here
The #1 Girl Racer in Oregon Competition
This September and October, 10 young lady drivers will get their chance to compete at Pat’s Acres Racing Complex during Domestic Violence Awareness Month with donations benefiting The Dirt Darlins 501(c)(3).
- Round 1: Girls ages 7–11 (Pre-registration also available for ages 12–17. Age 18+ coming soon!)
- Entry: Free to enter and race if selected
- Selection Process:
- 4 experienced PRO Class drivers
- 4 random lottery picks
- 2 new girls with grit – athletes from other sports ready to try racing for the first time
Info & Registration On Our Team Page Here
All 10 drivers will receive professional gear, helmets, and racing karts, plus a full pit crew provided by 4T1 Motorsports and the Harbaugh Performance Engines Arrive & Drive Program. Each driver will train with the team before competing in an official fast lap session. Every lap will be run on the same HPE-tuned kart at the same track to ensure fairness and accuracy.
This initiative is powered by 3rd-generation racing families and supported by a dedicated team of Supermoms who help with training, scheduling, and race-day support. Together, they are building an empowering, family-focused environment for young women in motorsports. Come race with us, and win!
The Winner’s Prize Pack Worth Over $10,000
The fastest lap time will earn a professional racing sponsorship package, including:
- Full-day Arrive & Drive Training with HPE
- PRO Racing Kart, crew, tires, and fuel for 3 races
- Entry fees paid for 3 races
- Expert coaching & race tips
- Custom event winner t-shirts
- Red Carpet Limousine Party + photoshoot
- National press release with winning photos
- Meet & Greet with Caleb Shrader Racing, Hudson O’Harrow, and The Dirt Darlins
- Ongoing sponsorship opportunities
- Cash prize TBA
Info & Registration On Our Team Page Here
Arrive & Drive Training – How It Works
Through the Arrive & Drive Race Training Program, girls can experience pro-level racing without the costs of buying a kart, tires, or hiring a crew. Everything is provided: kart, fuel, tires, safety gear, and coaching.
The program has already shown results with young racer Kyler Schwartz who won his very first race after attending his first Arrive & Drive training day. Now, the program is expanding to find the #1 Girl Racer in Oregon.
Upcoming Events
Team JMI invites the community to join the celebration August 29th and 30th at Portland International Raceway during the NASCAR Pacific Office Automation 147, where Caleb Shrader Racing will compete for another championship title.
About Team JMI
JMI Auto Insurance Portland Team is the #1 Independent Auto Insurance Company in Portland, Oregon, Washington, and California for 5-star service with a 35+ year reputation of excellence. Team JMI Limo Service Portland is Oregon’s largest luxury transportation provider, with the largest fleet of limousines, party buses, shuttles, Sprinter vans, and SUVs, with over 25+ years of luxury transportation excellence. Together, they’ve been supporting youth racing in Portland for years and are proud to continue investing in the future of Oregon’s racing community.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Team JMI has already prepaid for 10 young lady drivers to compete this fall, but the program is designed to grow. Sponsors are invited to join the effort by supporting additional racers.