Billy Rogers
Mouton made her debut at the 1973 Rallye Paris, followed by participation in the Tour de France Automobile.
Her consistent performance in 1974 and 1975 culminated in her winning the Ladies French-European championship both years.
In 1975, Mouton grasped the opportunity to compete in the 24 Hours of Le Mans as part of an all-women's team driving a Monyet Prototype.
From 1977 to 1979, Mouton achieved numerous podium victories across different cars, including the Fiat 131 Abarth, Porsche Carrera RS, and Lancia Stratos.
A groundbreaking opportunity awaited her in 1980 when she joined the newly formed Audi Sport team. This marked a pivotal moment as she piloted their innovative Quattro.
Mouton's competitive season with Audi in the WRC didn't commence until 1981, where she achieved a historic victory at the San Remo Rally. This triumph marked the first time a woman had ever won a round of the WRC.
Despite mechanical failures affecting her performance for the remainder of the 1981 season, Mouton bounced back in 1982, claiming victories in Portugal, Greece, and Brazil.
In 1984, Audi brought Michèle Mouton and the Quattro to Pikes Peak Hillclimb, where she claimed the first position in her class. The following year, in 1985, she achieved the overall victory, surpassing the previous record set by Al Unser Jr