In a significant step forward for women in motorsport, Chloe Chambers has been announced as the newest driver to join the Red Bull Ford Academy Program for the 2025 season.
The 19-year-old American talent, who has already built an impressive resume in single-seaters like USA F4 and the W Series, is now stepping into a new chapter, teaming up with motorsport giants Red Bull and Ford.
Red Bull and Ford Continue Their Partnership
Red Bull’s F1 Academy, created by Formula 1 in 2023 to develop and support female drivers, will continue its title partnership with Ford for the 2025 season. This collaboration between Red Bull and Ford was first established in 2024. It is a crucial part of Ford’s commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion across the motorsport world.
Everyone at the team is looking forward to welcoming Chloe to the Red Bull family where she is a key part of our line-up for the 2025 F1 Academy season. Welcoming an American driver that has previously been linked to Ford, marks an exciting progression in our partnership with Ford Performance. Red Bull and Ford share common values and are united in providing more opportunities for young and emerging talent in motorsports.
Christian Horner,
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CEO & Team Principal of Red Bull Racing
The partnership extends Ford’s long-standing legacy of supporting various racing series, from Le Mans to Dakar, and aligns perfectly with their goal of integrating more female talent into all levels of racing.
With Ford’s branding heavily featured on the cars and driver apparel, the company’s presence will continue to grow as they look towards their full return to Formula 1 in 2026 with Red Bull Ford Powertrains.
By working closely with Red Bull’s F1 Academy, Ford is playing a pivotal role in developing the next generation of female racers, a mission that goes beyond just winning races.
Chloe Chambers: The Perfect Fit
Chambers, from New York, is the perfect match for this exciting collaboration. She has demonstrated to be a highly skilled driver and is currently driving with Haas and Campos Racing. Chloe brings great experience to the table. Her American roots make her a natural fit for teaming up with Ford, an iconic American brand.
As an American driver, it is an honor to team up with an iconic American automotive company like Ford. It is a privilege to be partnering with the Red Bull Ford Academy Program to continue improving female representation in the sport, and I am grateful for the support to achieve my own career goals in motorsport.
Chole Chambers
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Her entry into Red Bull’s F1 Academy not only marks a huge personal achievement but also signifies a major step forward in the effort to bring more diversity to the track. Chambers will compete in the final round of the IMSA Mustang Challenge in 2024. It is a series that sees drivers competing in the iconic Mustang Dark Horse R cars.
A Unified Mission for Diversity
The Red Bull Ford Academy Program is focused on nurturing new female talent. They plan to provide more opportunities for women in motorsport. Ford Performance is working closely with the FIA and other race promoters. Together, they aim to create pathways for female drivers both on and off the track.
Chambers will be joining a program that truly champions the progression of women in racing, and her presence will undoubtedly inspire the next generation of female racers.
As she gears up for the 2025 season, the motorsport world will be closely watching her progress. The Red Bull Ford Academy Team also extended their gratitude to current driver Emely de Heus. She steps aside to make way for Chambers.
The future looks bright for Chambers and for women in motorsport as a whole.
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