AWMN in Profile: Rebecca Knight

Full Lock, Full Heart

If you’ve ever scrolled through Instagram and stumbled across @fulllockladies, chances are you’ve already witnessed the magnetic energy of Rebecca Knight — or Becky, as her crew calls her. A mechanical engineer by trade and a trailblazer by instinct, Becky’s heart belongs to the smoky corners of a drift track. But more than that, she’s made it her mission to carve out space for other women to experience the rush of this technically demanding motorsport.

“I’ve always been into cars,” she says, “but when I discovered drifting, a whole new addiction ignited in me.”

Drifting — where drivers deliberately oversteer to initiate controlled slides through corners — is a motorsport that balances power, precision, and personal style. It’s about speed, yes, but also about angle, line, and commitment. NSW has become a hub for the sport, with popular venues like Sydney Motorsport Park and Raleigh Raceway hosting everything from grassroots Matsuri-style festivals to judged competitions. Becky quickly found her rhythm with Revolution Motorsport at Pheasant Wood in Marulan, and more importantly, saw an opportunity to lead.

Where Becky noticed a gap in representation, she built a bridge. Full Lock Ladies started as a place to connect — a grassroots community welcoming women into the world of drifting without pressure, judgment, or ego. “There was no one place for girls to find and support each other in the drift industry,” Becky says. “So I created a space for us all to celebrate each other.”

From that vision came real-world impact: in May this year, Becky held her own women focused drift day at Pheasant Wood in Marulan — a defining moment in her journey so far. That day wasn’t just about the driving — it was about solidarity, confidence, and proving that the drift scene can be welcoming and wildly fun for everyone.

These days, Becky travels to events at least once a month, building on her skills and creating opportunities for others to jump in — sometimes literally. One of her most memorable (and powerful) moments involved introducing her best friend, who had a deep fear of cars after a serious accident, to the drift track.

“She had a phobia after a big crash and has chronic back pain,” Becky explains. “But I took her for five passenger laps, and now she’s bought her own drift car and is learning to drive!”

It’s stories like that which fuel Becky’s sense of purpose. Ask her about embarrassing moments and she’ll laugh. “Crashing and losing control is all part of learning — not much embarrasses me,” she says. “You can’t be scared to mess up — that’s how you get better.”

Like many grassroots drifters, Becky has learned the technical side of the sport through hands-on trial and error. From welded differentials and limited-slip setups to perfecting techniques like the clutch kick or handbrake initiation, she’s built her knowledge alongside her confidence — and shares both freely with others.

And while she still gets plenty of seat time herself, she’s just as proud of what she’s built for the community. “Full Lock Ladies is my biggest achievement,” she says. “Bringing girls together at my own track events is what it’s all about.”

Becky’s dream was simple: to become the kind of role model she wished she’d had growing up. “I think I’ve finally achieved that,” she says. “Now, I want to help more women get into motorsport.”

She’s supported by Revolution Motorsport, who help cover event entry fees and keep her on track, and Precision Tyre Shop Huskisson, alongside the unwavering support of her partner — “He’s my biggest sponsor,” she adds with a smile.

Drifting can be expensive and mechanically intense — with tire wear, repairs, and fuel costs adding up fast — but for Becky, it’s never just been about the car. It’s about community, connection, and confidence.

Her advice for anyone wanting to follow in her tyre marks?

“Back yourself. Don’t wait till you’ve got it all figured out — just start. Do it your way, learn as you go, and don’t let anyone make you feel small for being new. I wish I knew earlier that it’s okay to ask for help and still be a badass.”

Whether she’s executing a textbook transition on track or helping someone overcome fear in the passenger seat, Becky Knight is building something that lasts longer than tire smoke — she’s building legacy.