Jeb Burton Bio
John Edward Burton IV, better known as Jeb Burton, is an American professional stock car racing driver born August 6, 1992, in Halifax, Virginia. He competes full-time in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, driving the No. 27 Chevrolet Camaro SS for Jordan Anderson Racing. Burton comes from one of NASCAR’s most prominent racing families, carrying on the legacy established by his father and uncle.
As the son of 2002 Daytona 500 champion Ward Burton and nephew of NASCAR Hall of Famer Jeff Burton, Jeb grew up immersed in racing culture. His cousin Harrison Burton also competes in NASCAR’s top series, making the Burton family a multi-generational force in American motorsports. Jeb has competed across all three of NASCAR’s national series throughout his career.
Early Life and Background
Burton was born and raised in Halifax County, Virginia, where he graduated from Halifax County High School in 2011. He is one of three children born to Ward and Tabitha Burton. Like his father, Burton developed a passion for the outdoors beyond racing, becoming an avid hunter and outdoorsman.
His racing education began at South Boston Speedway, a track where both his father and uncle established their reputations early in their careers. The Burton family has deep historical ties to this Virginia short track, making it a natural starting point for Jeb’s development as a driver.
Path to NASCAR
Burton began his professional racing career in the NASCAR Whelen All-American Series shortly after his sixteenth birthday. His first start came in 2008 at South Boston Speedway in the Limited Sportsman Series, with his first full season following in 2009 when he finished fourth in the track championship standings.
In 2010, Burton moved up to the Late Model Series at South Boston, capturing the Rookie of the Year award while finishing 11th in points. He competed regularly at several tracks in Virginia and North Carolina, including Ace Speedway, where he earned his first Late Model victory in June 2011. Burton won five Late Model races across various tracks during the 2011 season.
His first taste of touring series competition came in July 2011 when he made his ARCA Racing Series debut at Berlin Raceway, driving the No. 6 Toyota for Eddie Sharp Racing. Later that year, he also participated in a sports car event as a guest driver in the SCCA Pro Racing Volkswagen Jetta TDI Cup at Virginia International Raceway.
Jeb Burton Career
Early Career (2012-2013)
Burton moved to national NASCAR competition in 2012, competing part-time in the Camping World Truck Series with Hillman Racing. He shared the No. 27 Chevrolet with his father Ward, making his series debut at Martinsville Speedway where he finished 13th on the lead lap. However, sponsorship challenges limited his schedule during his rookie season.
A breakthrough came before the 2013 season when Turner Motorsports signed Burton to a two-year contract. That year, he captured his first Truck Series pole at Martinsville in April and scored his maiden NASCAR victory in June at Texas Motor Speedway in the WinStar World Casino 400K. Burton finished fifth in the 2013 Truck Series standings with one win, seven poles, five top-fives, and eleven top-tens.
NASCAR Cup Series and Xfinity Breakthrough (2015-2021)
Burton moved to the NASCAR Cup Series in 2015, driving full-time for BK Racing and competing for Rookie of the Year honors. He made his Cup debut at Atlanta Motor Speedway with a 35th-place finish and achieved his career-best result of 27th at Martinsville Speedway. Despite missing eight races during the season due to qualifying difficulties, he finished third in the Rookie of the Year standings.
After returning to the Truck Series for select races, Burton transitioned primarily to Xfinity Series competition. He joined Kaulig Racing full-time in 2021 after a promising partial season that included a second-place finish at Richmond. Burton scored his first career Xfinity Series victory on April 24, 2021, at Talladega Superspeedway when rain shortened the race, giving him a landmark win in NASCAR’s second-tier series.
Jordan Anderson Racing Era (2023-Present)
In January 2023, Burton signed with Jordan Anderson Racing to drive the No. 27 Chevrolet full-time in the Xfinity Series. He began the season with an 11th-place finish at Daytona International Speedway and returned to victory lane at Talladega in October 2023, capturing his second career Xfinity win and delivering Jordan Anderson Racing its first series victory.
Burton continued with the team in 2024, securing his return in November 2023. While the season proved challenging with limited top-ten finishes, he remained committed to building on the momentum from his Talladega triumph and developing the team’s competitive capabilities.
Driving Style and Strengths
Burton has demonstrated particular strength at superspeedways, with both of his Xfinity Series victories coming at Talladega Superspeedway. His ability to navigate draft-heavy racing conditions has made him a contender at restrictor-plate tracks. His experience across all three national series has given him versatility on various track types.
Notable Races and Milestones
Burton’s first NASCAR victory came at Texas Motor Speedway in the Truck Series in 2013, establishing him as a winner in national competition. His Xfinity Series breakthrough at Talladega in 2021 marked a significant career milestone, while his 2023 Talladega win provided a memorable moment by giving Jordan Anderson Racing its first series victory.
Jeb Burton Career Wins
Jeb Burton has recorded victories across NASCAR’s three national series, showcasing his ability to compete at different levels of professional stock car racing.
NASCAR Xfinity Series Highlights
Burton has earned two victories in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, both at Talladega Superspeedway. His first win came in April 2021 when rain shortened the Ag-Pro 300 with 23 laps remaining. He returned to victory lane at the same track in October 2023, securing a dramatic win that also marked Jordan Anderson Racing’s first Xfinity Series triumph.
NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Highlights
In the Truck Series, Burton scored one career victory at Texas Motor Speedway in June 2013. That win in the WinStar World Casino 400K came during his rookie full-time season and helped propel him to a fifth-place finish in the final championship standings.
Jeb Burton Family
Family Background and Racing Lineage
Burton is part of one of NASCAR’s most distinguished racing families. His father, Ward Burton, won the 2002 Daytona 500 and competed in the Cup Series for over a decade. His uncle, Jeff Burton, is a NASCAR Hall of Famer with 21 Cup Series victories. His cousin, Harrison Burton, currently competes in the NASCAR Cup Series.
Personal Life
Burton married his wife in the late 2010s, and the couple resides in North Carolina. Like his father, he maintains a strong interest in outdoor activities including hunting when not racing. He remains connected to his Virginia roots and the short tracks where his racing journey began.
2025 Season Performance
Burton enters the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series season with Jordan Anderson Racing, looking to build upon his superspeedway success and expand his competitiveness on a wider variety of track types. After two Talladega victories with the team, focus shifts to improving results on intermediate tracks and road courses.
The 2025 season presents opportunities for Burton to challenge for playoff positioning and potentially secure his first berth in the Xfinity Series playoffs. With continued sponsorship support and team development, Jordan Anderson Racing aims to build a program capable of contending for race victories beyond restrictor-plate events. Burton’s experience and leadership will be crucial as the team works toward establishing itself as a consistent threat in the series.
