Background
Taws started racing at the age of nine when her father bought go-karts for her and her brother.
Taws started racing at the age of nine when her father bought go-karts for her and her brother.
She was then injured as a passenger in a traffic accident. She sustained internal injuries and a broken back. She returned to racing in 2007.
In 2008 she competed in the National Association of Stock Car Auto Racing Canadian Tire Series in selected races.
She only qualified for one race, at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, where she finished 32nd in the National Association of Performing Artists Autopro 100. Both prior to her accident, and after her return, Taws was sponsored by Mattel with her driving a pink "Barbie" car.