Michael Benyahia
Driver Profile
- English Full Name: Michael Benyahia
- Nationality: United States
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FIA Driver Categorisation:
Silver
- Recent Team: N/A
- Total Podiums: 0 (🏆 0 / 🥈 0 / 🥉 0)
- Total Races: 0
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Racer Overview
Michael Benyahia, born on July 21, 2000, is a Moroccan-American racing driver with a diverse background in motorsports. Born in Miami, Florida, to a Moroccan father and a Belgian mother, Benyahia began his racing journey in karting at the age of seven, achieving multiple titles. He transitioned to single-seaters in 2015, competing in the French F4 Championship. The following year, he showcased significant improvement, securing a victory and several podium finishes, ultimately finishing third in the championship.
In 2017, Benyahia achieved a significant milestone by winning the Formula Renault 2.0 NEC championship with R-ace GP. That same year, he joined Venturi Formula E Team as a Development Driver, gaining valuable experience in electric racing. He also explored Formula 3, participating in races and achieving podium finishes. In 2019, Benyahia transitioned to GT racing, achieving multiple podiums. He was selected as a McLaren DDP driver. He competed in the British GT Championship in 2021.
Benyahia's career also includes participation in the FIA Motorsport Games representing Morocco. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated versatility by competing in various racing disciplines. With experience in Formula E and GT racing, he continues to expand his horizons in the world of motorsports.