Jeff Maconi Bio
Jeffrey Maconi (born August 29, 1998) is an American professional stock car racing driver. He currently competes part-time in the ARCA Menards Series, driving the No. 86 Ford for Clubb Racing Inc. A native of the New England region, Maconi has built his early career around short-track competition and virtual racing communities.
His work in the sim-racing world, particularly through his own setup service, has helped him transition from regional racing into the national stock car ladder. He remains an emerging name in the ARCA Menards Series as he continues to gain seat time at higher-profile venues.
Early Life and Background
Jeffrey Maconi was born on August 29, 1998, in Wilbraham, Massachusetts. Growing up in the northeastern United States, he developed an interest in stock car racing that would eventually shape his career path. Wilbraham, a small town near Springfield, sits within reach of several regional short tracks in New England, providing an environment where grassroots racing is part of the local sports culture.
As a young racing enthusiast, Maconi began exploring motorsports through both real and virtual channels. His involvement in iRacing, a popular online racing simulation, became a defining part of his development as a driver. Through countless hours on the simulator, he sharpened his race craft, learned how to set up cars, and built a network within the online racing community that helped him move closer to real-world competition.
Path to NASCAR
Maconi’s progression into stock car racing has been gradual and self-driven. Rather than entering the sport through a major late-model team, he honed his skills independently and through online racing platforms. His ownership of Maconi Setup Shop, recognized as one of the first setup services available on iRacing, gave him a technical understanding of car setup that few young drivers possess.
Before reaching the ARCA Menards Series, Maconi competed in the CRA Late Model Sportsman Series, a regional stock car series based in the Midwest. That experience gave him his first taste of full-bodied stock car racing on real ovals. In 2025, he was originally scheduled to drive for Rise Motorsports during a pre-season ARCA test at Daytona International Speedway, although the team later withdrew from the test, preventing him from running.
Jeff Maconi Career
Early Career (2024)
Maconi’s earliest documented real-world stock car appearances came through the CRA Late Model Sportsman Series. Competing against experienced regional drivers, he focused on learning the fundamentals of short-track racing, including tire management, drafting, and working with a crew in a competitive environment.
These early starts laid the groundwork for his move up the stock car ladder. While his CRA results are limited in public record, the experience was a clear stepping stone toward national-level ARCA competition the following year.
ARCA Menards Series East Breakthrough (2025)
In 2025, it was announced that Maconi would make his ARCA Menards Series East debut at Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway, driving the No. 86 Ford for Clubb Racing Inc. The Nashville Fairgrounds, a historic short track, served as the perfect venue for a young driver stepping into a new series. Maconi completed the event but finished twelve laps down in twelfth place, a result that still marked a meaningful milestone in his development.
The same year saw him make his main ARCA Menards Series debut with Clubb Racing Inc. at Michigan International Speedway. Once again behind the wheel of the No. 86 Ford, his run was cut short by mechanical issues, and he was credited with a 26th-place finish after completing only one lap. Despite the difficult result, the appearance confirmed his presence on the national stock car stage.
Clubb Racing Inc. Era (2025–Present)
Clubb Racing Inc. has served as Maconi’s home team since he entered ARCA competition. Driving the No. 86 Ford, he has had the opportunity to race at both a historic short track in Nashville and a high-speed intermediate oval in Michigan. The partnership reflects a shared effort between a developing driver and a team willing to give him exposure across different track types.
As he continues to gain experience with the organization, Maconi’s focus remains on completing races, learning from each event, and building a foundation for potential opportunities at higher levels of stock car racing.
Driving Style and Strengths
Maconi’s driving background is rooted in sim racing, which has given him a strong technical sense of car balance and setup. His experience as a setup shop owner means he brings a level of mechanical understanding to the cockpit that complements his on-track work. These traits suggest long-term potential as he continues to adapt to the demands of real stock car competition.
Notable Races and Milestones
His 2025 ARCA Menards Series East debut at Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway stands as one of his most significant early milestones, marking his first national series start. His main ARCA Menards Series debut at Michigan International Speedway, despite the early exit, also represents a key step in his professional development.
Jeff Maconi Career Wins
Jeff Maconi is still in the early stages of his professional stock car career, and no victories have been recorded at the ARCA Menards Series or ARCA Menards Series East level. His focus remains on gaining experience and completing races as he builds his resume.
ARCA Menards Series Highlights
Maconi’s main ARCA Menards Series debut came at Michigan International Speedway in 2025 with Clubb Racing Inc. While the result was hindered by mechanical trouble, the start itself marked his arrival on one of stock car racing’s most established development series. Additional ARCA starts are expected as his partnership with Clubb Racing Inc. continues.
Other Wins and Performances
Beyond ARCA, Maconi’s regional experience includes time in the CRA Late Model Sportsman Series. Although specific results from that series are not well documented, his participation helped bridge the gap between sim racing and real-world stock car competition.
Jeff Maconi Family
Family Background and Racing Lineage
Public information about Jeff Maconi’s family background and any potential racing lineage within his family is limited. He has been described as a self-made driver whose path into the sport has been shaped largely by his own initiative and the sim-racing community.
Personal Life
Outside of racing, Maconi is the owner of Maconi Setup Shop, a service that provides iRacing setups to sim racers around the world. The business was among the first of its kind on the iRacing platform and reflects his passion for both competition and the technical side of motorsports.
2025 Season Performance
The 2025 season represents Jeff Maconi’s first year of national stock car competition. He began the year as a part-time ARCA Menards Series driver, with his debut coming at Michigan International Speedway in the No. 86 Ford for Clubb Racing Inc. That race ended early due to mechanical issues, resulting in a 26th-place finish.
Earlier in the season, he also contested the ARCA Menards Series East event at Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway, where he finished twelfth after running laps down. Both appearances have provided valuable seat time at very different types of ovals, one a tight short track and the other a fast intermediate.
Looking ahead, Maconi is expected to continue part-time ARCA competition as he works to complete additional races and gain more experience. His partnership with Clubb Racing Inc. provides a stable foundation, and his technical background in sim racing offers long-term potential for growth in the sport.
