Zoël Amberg
A Swiss driver who traded the roar of Formula 1's feeder series for the quiet satisfaction of engineering and coaching the next generation.
Born 1992 (age 34)·Swiss racing driver·Birthday: September 25·Millennials
Biography
Born in Geneva, Zoël Amberg's path in motorsport was carved on the European karting circuits before he ascended to single-seater racing. His career was defined by a persistent climb through the highly competitive ranks of Formula Renault and the GP3 Series, where he raced against several future Formula 1 stars. While a coveted F1 seat remained elusive, Amberg's technical feedback and steady development were valued by his teams. In a move that surprised some, he stepped away from professional driving in his mid-twenties, shifting his focus to the technical and mentoring side of the sport. He now applies his hard-won track knowledge to driver coaching and engineering support, helping to shape the careers of upcoming racers from behind the scenes.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Zoël was born in 1992, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Zoël Was Born
The biggest hits of 1992
#1 Movie
Aladdin
Best Picture
Unforgiven
#1 TV Show
60 Minutes
Zoël's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1992Born
LA riots after Rodney King verdict
Gas: $1.13/galHome: $84,300Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"End of the Road" — Boyz II MenBest Picture: Unforgiven
1997Started school
Princess Diana dies in Paris car crash; Harry Potter published
Gas: $1.23/galHome: $104,100Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Candle in the Wind 1997" — Elton JohnBest Picture: Titanic
2005Became a teenager
Hurricane Katrina devastates New Orleans; YouTube launches
Gas: $2.30/galHome: $167,500Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"We Belong Together" — Mariah CareyBest Picture: Crash
2008Could drive
Barack Obama elected first Black US president; financial crisis
Gas: $3.27/galHome: $153,100Min wage: $6.55/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Low" — Flo RidaBest Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
2010Could vote
Deepwater Horizon oil spill; iPad launched
Gas: $2.79/galHome: $147,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Tik Tok" — KeshaBest Picture: The King's Speech
2013Turned 21
Edward Snowden reveals NSA surveillance programs
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $152,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Thrift Shop" — Macklemore & Ryan LewisBest Picture: 12 Years a Slave
2022Turned 30
Russia invades Ukraine; Queen Elizabeth II dies
Gas: $3.97/galHome: $348,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Joe Biden"As It Was" — Harry StylesBest Picture: Everything Everywhere All at Once
2026Age 34 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Competed in the GP3 Series, a primary feeder championship for Formula 1, for two seasons.
- Achieved a podium finish in the competitive Formula Renault 3.5 series in 2014.
- Represented Switzerland in international motorsport competition throughout his driving career.
Did You Know?
He is the son of former touring car and sports car driver Gregoire Amberg.
Amberg holds a degree in business administration, planning for a life beyond the cockpit.
After retiring from driving, he worked as a driver coach for the R-ace GP team in Formula Regional.
“You must always push, even when the car doesn't feel perfect.”
