Emelia Hartford
Emelia Hartford is a multifaceted talent known for her roles as a race car driver, custom car builder, television personality, and actress. She gained significant recognition for her remarkable achievement in constructing one of the fastest custom Corvette C8s in the world. In 2017, she launched her YouTube channel dedicated to performance car customization, where she shares her passion and expertise with a growing audience.
Prior to her YouTube success, Hartford dabbled in acting with minor roles in various films. She has since expanded her acting portfolio, featuring in the 2021 movie A California Christmas: City Lights, the 2022 romantic comedy That's Amor, and the holiday film A Hollywood Christmas. Additionally, she is set to appear in the highly anticipated adaptation of the video game Gran Turismo.
Hartford has made her mark as a host and judge on several automotive shows. Notably, she participated in the second season of Netflix's Fastest Car and served as a judge on SEMA: Battle of the Builders. In June 2022, she was announced as one of the hosts for Motor Trend Group’s animated series, Super Turbo Story Time.
Her work also extends to collaborations with major American automotive brands. In 2020, she starred alongside NBA star Devin Booker in a Chevrolet short film promoting the 2023 Corvette Z06, and in June 2022, she was featured on a podcast hosted by Jim Farley, the CEO of Ford Motor Company.