Frog Racing's Preparations for the First-Ever All-Women Team at Pikes Peak & Mt. Washington

From the world of autocross to stage rally and legendary hill climbs, Frog Racing has made its mark on motorsport on the East Coast and beyond.

In this episode of All-Wheel Driven, host Joe Kucinski sits down with Emmanuel Cecchet and Margaret Sharron, co-founders of Frog Racing, to discuss their journey together, their passion for racing, and their groundbreaking plans for 2026.

Emmanuel recently completed a triumphant run at Pikes Peak 2025 in an Audi S1 E2 for Rayteam Motorsport, marking a remarkable comeback after a high-speed crash just a year prior. Margaret, meanwhile, is preparing to lead the first-ever all-women team for both Pikes Peak and Mt. Washington in 2026, racing in a custom-built Audi RS 4 designed for both gravel and paved hill climbs.

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

- The origin story of Frog Racing — from a cross-continental love story to a motorsport powerhouse

- Emmanuel’s incredible comeback at Pikes Peak 2025 and his tribute to rally legend Michèle Mouton

- Margaret’s vision for women in motorsport and how she’s assembling the 2026 all-women team

- The technical details behind the Audi RS 4 build for hill climb events, including carbon/kevlar underbody components by OCT Composites

- The couple’s dynamic as racing partners — sharing victories, challenges, and lessons learned

- Frog Racing’s mentorship and educational programs that empower the next generation of drivers

- Advice for grassroots racers, young women in motorsport, and anyone looking to build a racing team or car

Follow along with Frog Racing and support their 2026 campaign:Website & Applications

Whether you’re a fan of hill climbs, Audi performance cars, or motorsport history, this episode offers a unique look into the passion, dedication, and community behind Frog Racing.

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