- Who is Amjad Alamri?
- From lecture hall to karting track
- How engineering supports the driver’s performance
- How her path aligns with Saudi Arabia’s vision for the future of mobility
- The impact of her experience on the new generation
- Amjad’s place in Saudi Arabia’s new automotive landscape
The automotive and motorsport scene in Saudi Arabia is undergoing a profound transformation in recent years; from hosting major international races to opening the door for young talents of both genders in engineering, racing, and automotive content creation. At the heart of this shift stands Amjad Alamri, the Saudi engineer who chose not to remain confined to the classroom, but instead carried her passion for mechanics onto the track, becoming one of the most prominent female faces in karting.
Amjad’s journey reflects a different path for a Saudi woman who decided to combine a demanding academic discipline—mechanical engineering and its related technologies—with a sport that requires high levels of discipline and self‑confidence: karting. This blend of analytical mindset and competitive spirit offers a clear model for a new generation of Saudi women who want to be part of the future of the automotive and motorsport industry, not just in the spectator’s seat.
Who is Amjad Alamri?
Amjad Alamri belongs to a young generation that has grown up in a Saudi environment very different from that of past decades; one that encourages the study of engineering disciplines and opens the way for women to participate in sectors that were traditionally male‑dominated, such as mechanical engineering and motorsport.
She studied mechanical engineering with a particular interest in modern systems related to motion and energy. She has taken part in technical and national events where she represents a segment of young engineers and shares her vision of how advanced technologies and artificial intelligence can shape a different future for transport and automotive. This scientific presence has gone hand in hand with a growing media profile as a young face able to speak about engineering and cars in language that is accessible to a broad audience.
From lecture hall to karting track
Developing a professional path in mechanical engineering is usually associated, in people’s minds, with laboratories, equations and engineering software. In Amjad’s case, another element has been added to that mix: a racing suit, a helmet and a karting circuit.
Her relationship with motorsport began as a follower, like many who watch Formula 1 and karting, before she decided to move from the role of spectator to that of competitor. She started appearing on hobby karting tracks, then committed to regular training programmes, gradually progressing into participation in organised women’s championships.
Her success in stepping onto the podium at karting races inside the Kingdom placed her name among the first Saudi women to secure titles in organised motorsport, turning her story from a personal experience into part of a broader narrative of change in both sport and society.
How engineering supports the driver’s performance
What distinguishes Amjad from many young female drivers is her engineering background, which directly influences how she deals with the car and the circuit. She does not see the kart merely as a means for fun or victory, but as a complete mechanical system whose behaviour can be understood, analysed and improved.
Her understanding of vehicle dynamics helps her read the kart’s behaviour in corners, under braking and during acceleration, and to deal with it in terms of weight distribution and grip forces rather than relying only on feeling. This technical awareness is reflected in her racing lines and speed management, and gives her the ability to distinguish between mistakes caused by driving style and those linked to the car’s setup.
In addition, her engineering mindset allows her to benefit from performance data—whether through lap times or sector splits—so that each run becomes a structured learning experience rather than a random attempt based solely on intuition. It also makes it easier for her to speak with technicians and support crews in clear terms about tyre pressures, brake adjustments or any changes the kart may need.
How her path aligns with Saudi Arabia’s vision for the future of mobility
Amjad Alamri’s story cannot be separated from the major transformations taking place in the mobility and automotive sector in Saudi Arabia. The Kingdom is currently investing in parallel tracks that include hosting international championships, developing infrastructure for electric vehicles, working on smart city projects with new mobility solutions, and encouraging national talent to enter fields such as engineering, research and development.
Amjad is moving within this context along two complementary axes: an engineering axis tied to her academic and technical knowledge, and a sporting axis that places her in direct contact with motorsport. This combination keeps her close to the direction the global industry is heading, where the boundaries between engineering, software, artificial intelligence, cars and racing are increasingly blurred. The presence of a Saudi engineer on a racing grid at a time when future‑oriented projects are progressing in the Kingdom sends a clear message: Saudi involvement in the automotive sector is not limited to importing and selling, but extends to development, innovation and talent building.
The impact of her experience on the new generation
The true value of Amjad’s journey is not limited to her personal achievements; it also lies in the horizons it opens for her peers. Her image as an engineer wearing a racing helmet and competing in organised championships reshapes the imagination of many students—male and female—regarding what “working in the automotive sector” can mean.
This sector is no longer confined to traditional roles in dealerships or workshops, but has become a broad field that includes mechanical and automotive engineering, motorsport, smart vehicle technologies, as well as media and specialised content creation. Amjad’s experience reinforces the idea that combining a serious academic track with a non‑traditional passion is not a contradiction, but an asset that can be leveraged to build a distinctive career.
Her presence also helps to break down stereotypes about women’s roles in this area; seeing her in paddocks and technical environments is no longer an anomaly or a fleeting event but part of a new reality the Kingdom is working to entrench, where participation is measured by competence and effort before anything else.
Amjad’s place in Saudi Arabia’s new automotive landscape
The rapid evolution of the automotive scene in the Kingdom is reflected in the calibre of names and individual stories coming to the fore. Alongside investments in world‑class races, circuits and infrastructure, there is a need for local faces who embody this transformation and give it a human dimension closer to the public. In this context, Amjad Alamri can be seen as one of the young figures who embody what is happening on the ground: advanced engineering education, involvement in motorsport and growing openness to women’s active participation in the automotive sector.
Although her role is still in its early stages, it grants her a special place among readers and followers, especially within the youth segment and those considering a future career in automotive and engineering fields. Her story becomes a reference point for any Saudi girl asking herself: can I study engineering and still be part of the automotive world at the same time?
Ultimately, Amjad Alamri offers a clear example of a new direction in Saudi Arabia; a direction that does not separate theoretical knowledge from practical experience, nor the lecture hall from the karting circuit. In one person, she combines the engineer seeking solutions and advancement, the driver chasing tenths of a second on track, and the citizen living her country’s transformations from the position of contributor rather than observer.
For an automotive‑focused magazine, her story provides rich material that connects human narrative with the machine, passion with discipline, and the local reality with the global landscape of the automotive and motorsport industry.
