How to become a race car driver

[S14SwimShark105]

Hey, I made this thread so that I and other people who are interested in wanting to become a professional race car driver can learn more information on how to move up the ladder and get to the top. Any information on ANY racing series is fine, for example; World Touring Car Championship, WRC, Formula 3, US Touring Car Championship, etc...

Information on how to get sponsorships and recognition would also be great.

I know it takes a lot of money, and I know most of the people pay for their seats, but what about the other people?

I hear many professional drivers started with karting when they were younger but I know that is not the only way.

Anyways, information on any Touring Car series would be greatly appreciated.