Amber Balcaen

Amber Balcaen is an accomplished Canadian race car driver, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker, known for her record-setting achievements in NASCAR-sanctioned races and her dedication to inspiring others. After making history as the first Canadian female to win a NASCAR-sanctioned race in the United States in 2016, competing in the NASCAR Whelen All-American Series, Amber Balcaen achieved eleven top-five finishes and seven top-three finishes, alongside receiving Rookie of the Year honors for the series. Her pioneering career began when she became the first female to win a dirt track racing championship in Manitoba. Transitioning to a 410 Outlaw Sprint car in 2014, Balcaen drove for Apex SpeedSports in the Northern Outlaw Sprint Association, where she earned Rookie of the Year honors and solidified her place as the highest-finishing female in the association’s history.

Looking ahead, Balcaen commenced a part-time schedule with Nitro Motorsports in 2025, continuing to build on her momentum in the series. Beyond the track, Balcaen has expanded her reach into entertainment and advocacy. In 2017, she co-hosted the TV series ‘Cars That Rock’ alongside Brian Johnson of AC/DC, and in 2019, she was a main cast member of the NASCAR reality show ‘Racing Wives.’ A recognized figure, she has also served as a spokesperson for Kal Tire. Utilizing her prominent platform, Amber Balcaen inspires audiences globally as a sought-after social media influencer and motivational speaker, emphasizing her journey of breaking barriers and achieving record-setting success in motorsports.