Racecar driver, sports writer, and journalist, Denise McCluggage was born in El Dorado, KS Jan. 20, 1927. She attended Mills College in Oakland, CA, receiving a BA in philosophy, economics, and politics.

An award-winning journalist and sports writer, she broke down stereotypes for women in both sports writing and sports car racing. Presently a columnist for newspapers, magazines, and on the internet, she has also had two books published, one containing excerpts from her syndicated column and one on skiing.

She has won racing trophies on three continents, including the 1st GT at Sebring; the Copa de Damas (the Grand Prix of Venezuela); and 1st in class at Monte Carlo.

Winner of the Ken W. Purdy Award for Excellence in Automotive Journalism and Lifetime Achievement Awards from the International Media Association and Road & Travel magazine. The first journalist to be inducted to the Automotive Hall of Fame, she was also inducted into the Sports Car Club of America’s Hall of Fame.