Emelia Hartford

Emelia Hartford builds record-breaking performance cars, acts in major films, and advocates for mental health through her platform. After attracting significant attention for her custom car projects on Instagram, Emelia Hartford was invited by Michelin to a product launch event in New York, which inspired her to launch her highly successful YouTube channel in 2017. Her channel quickly became a primary platform, accumulating over 72 million views by March 2021 and showcasing her unique skills as a custom car builder and race car driver. Prior to her online breakthrough, Hartford had already begun establishing her diverse talents through various acting roles, including co-starring with Devin Booker in a short film for Chevrolet for the 2023 Corvette Z06 release in 2020.

Demonstrating her transition into professional racing, she made her debut in the GT4 class at the 103rd Pikes Peak International Hill Climb in June 2025, securing an impressive second-place finish. Earlier in 2025, Hartford was selected for the inaugural Formula E “Evo Sessions” with Maserati MSG Racing, where she earned the distinguished ‘Grand Champion’ title. Complementing her on-track and on-screen work, she also co-hosts the weekly podcast ‘Car Stories’ alongside Sung Kang, engaging a wide audience with her expertise and passion for the automotive world. Emelia Hartford continues to leverage her platform to advocate for mental health awareness, further exemplifying her commitment beyond her record-breaking career achievements.