Ewan Thomas

Ewan’s introduction to racing came at 12, during a birthday party go-kart session. It wasn’t part of some long-term plan—it was just a spark.

“I knew this wasn’t just a hobby anymore. I had to make it something real.”

That spark turned into something more. He moved Junior Max by 14, climbing through the ranks against more experienced drivers, some that will have karted since 8yr olds.

As things stepped up, so did the commitments. Time at home became limited, and balancing school with racing meant missing the occasional class. .

“It wasnt the typical teenage life, you do miss ‘moments’ with your friends but to chase your dreams, you have to make sacrifices!”

His first major challenge came at the start of his debut season in cars. Pre-season testing was strong. Expectations were high. But when the racing began, the performance wasn’t there—and it wasn’t down to Ewan but a technical fault, a fundamental issue with the car which made it uncompetitive. To Ewans frustration, it wasn’t a quick fix

“I felt like I had something to prove coming out of karting, and suddenly I couldn’t deliver. That was tough to accept.”

For a driver fresh out of karting, it was a brutal introduction to the realities of car racing. The pace was in him, but he couldn’t deliver it.

When Ewan joined Kokoro in 2023, he was still karting full-time—quick, committed, but reactive. His mindset reflected the previous training and culture he came from: results over reflection, instinct over analysis, talent over process.

“I had a pretty typical hot-headed karting mentality. I wasn’t really thinking about how everything else affected performance.”

That changed quickly.

Kokoro’s holistic approach made an immediate impact. Suddenly it wasn’t just about results, It wasn’t just driving technique; it was about vision, mental reset tools, race preparation, physical development, and decision-making under pressure.

This outlook had a massive effect on Ewan’s emotional discipline in the car. In karting, frustration had often bled into performance. In cars, it became clear that emotional volatility cost lap time. With coaching, that changed. Ewan learned how to stay composed in high-pressure environments, and how to protect his driving standard even when things went wrong.

“Now I can stay calm and consistent no matter what’s happening. That’s made a huge difference.”

That mindset is especially valuable when things don’t go his way. Instead of dwelling on what happened—or what could have been—he’s able to focus on what comes next. It helps him maximise the next opportunity, analyse performances objectively rather than emotionally, and deliver clear, constructive feedback. It’s a trait shared by athletes across elite sport, not just racing, and it allows to treat tough setbacks as development opportunities.

Ewan’s journey through motorsport has already taken him across multiple disciplines and environments—but the biggest shift hasn’t been in speed or skill. It’s been mindset.

“My development has been about mental evolution as anything else. It’s learning how to ask myself the right questions and analyse on the fly. At the end of the day, my coach isn’t in the car with me when the lights go out.”

Early on, the objective was simple: go fast, compete, win. But over time, that raw instinct evolved into something more strategic. He began to understand the nuance of racecraft—when to take risks, when to push, when to wait. These are critical skills for anyone aiming to climb the prototype ladder toward a factory seat in the World Endurance Championship (WEC) as Ewan is.

“I’m chasing prototype endurance racing at the highest level. That’s the direction. That’s the dream.”

With that clarity came conviction—and with it, focus. What could have felt overwhelming early in his career now feels structured. With a roadmap in place—shaped by his Kokoro management—he’s not guessing. He’s building.

Pressure hasn’t disappeared, but its role has changed. With preparation and guidance, he’s learned to harness it instead of fear it. Staying clear-headed under stress has become one of his defining strengths.

That evolution is visible in his driving, too. He’s still confident. Still aggressive. But now, there’s control behind the pace—a level of composure that wasn’t there before.

Several moments stand out in his development. His first win in karting was the initial spark. His LMP3 debut at Paul Ricard—a night race, under pressure—delivered his first win in cars.

“Paul Ricard under the lights. My first LMP3 win. That one will stick with me for a long time.”

And most recently, the Road to Le Mans. A new level of speed, spectacle, and execution—racing at over 290kph on the public roads of Le Mans, in the footsteps of his heros he grew up watching.

What stands out most about Ewan is that what he’s most proud of isn’t a result—it’s who he’s becoming. Motorsport has sharpened his confidence, accelerated his development, and pushed him to grow both inside and outside the car. It’s also made him a better communicator, especially when it comes to building relationships and navigating new environments.

His biggest fear? Not living up to his potential. But that fear doesn’t hold him back—it pushes him forward. It’s what drives him to keep refining, stay consistent, and treat nothing as finished.

“I’m not afraid to make mistakes—I just don’t like repeating them.”

Ewans final thought;

“Take every opportunity with both hands. And do it with a smile—because you never know the impact that can have.”