Jordan Missig Bio
Jordan Missig (born March 22, 1998) is an American racing driver set to race for Abel Motorsports in the Indy NXT Series. A versatile competitor, Missig built his reputation through karting and sports car racing before moving into the open-wheel ladder. He has captured multiple karting championships and won the Radical Cup North America title, demonstrating a steady climb through the American motorsport ranks. In 2025, he steps into a full-time Indy NXT seat with Abel Motorsports, carrying the No. 48.
Early Life and Background
Jordan Missig was born on March 22, 1998, in Joliet, Illinois. Growing up in the Midwest placed him near a strong karting community, and he began cutting his teeth on American ovals and circuits at a young age. His home region gave him regular access to Kart Circuit Autobahn, a facility that became central to his early development as a driver.
Missig competed in the Briggs & Stratton LO206 powered Margay Ignite Series, working his way through the junior categories before stepping up to senior competition. His progress was rapid, and he built a reputation for consistency and race craft on tight, technical circuits. Those foundational years shaped the disciplined approach he would carry into every series that followed.
Path to NASCAR
Missig’s career path has developed outside the NASCAR ladder. After karting, he transitioned into sports car and open-wheel racing rather than stock cars, charting a course through the Road to Indy and professional sports car championships. There is no public record of NASCAR series participation in his verified background.
Jordan Missig Career
Early Career (2017–2019)
Missig started his sports car racing career at Autobahn Country Club in 2017, competing in both the Spec Mieta and Radical Sports Car classes. He collected multiple club wins and championships in his early years, signaling that he was ready for a bigger stage. In 2018, he stepped into the Radical Cup North America, expanding his competition beyond regional events.
In 2019, Missig finished second in the Radical Cup North America with seven wins, establishing himself as one of the series’ top talents. The runner-up result demonstrated his ability to adapt to longer races and varied circuits, building momentum for his next move.
Formula Regional Americas Breakthrough (2020–2021)
In 2020, Missig made his debut in single-seater racing by competing in the Formula Regional Americas Championship with Newman Wachs Racing. His best race result of the season was a third place finish at Virginia International Raceway, and he closed the year tenth in the standings. The campaign served as a valuable learning year on his first major open-wheel stage.
Missig returned to Formula Regional Americas in 2021 with Newman Wachs Racing and quickly raised his level. He took his maiden race win in the series at Virginia International Raceway and finished the season fifth overall. The breakthrough victory marked his arrival as a winner in single-seater competition.
Indy Pro 2000 and USF Pro 2000 (2021–2023)
Also in 2021, Missig joined Pabst Racing to compete in the Indy Pro 2000 Championship at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, finishing his debut race in tenth. He stayed with Pabst Racing for the full 2022 Indy Pro 2000 Championship, ending the season eleventh in points. In 2023, he continued with the team as the series was rebranded as the USF Pro 2000 Championship, gaining three seasons of continuity within the Road to Indy system.
Sports Car Highlights (2021, 2024)
In 2021, Missig made his sports car return with Wayne Taylor Racing by competing in the Lamborghini Super Trofeo North America. He finished fourth in the Pro-Am-class standings after taking two class wins, adding a major manufacturer-backed program to his résumé.
In 2024, Missig returned to the Radical Cup North America Series and won the championship for Graham Rahal Performance (GRP). He racked up nine wins and sixteen podium finishes across the season, a dominant campaign that earned him another title and prepared him for a full-time Indy NXT opportunity.
Abel Motorsports Era (2024–Present)
In May 2024, it was announced that Missig would make his Indy NXT debut at the Indianapolis round for Abel Motorsports, replacing Josh Mason. The one-off appearance gave him his first taste of Indy NXT machinery on one of America’s most iconic circuits.
In 2025, Missig earned a full-time Indy NXT seat with Abel Motorsports, completing his transition from sports cars and the Road to Indy ladder into the top IndyCar support series. He remained with Abel Motorsports for the 2026 season as well, signaling long-term confidence from the team in his development.
Driving Style and Strengths
Missig has shown a knack for technical road and street circuits, where his karting background rewards precise car control and braking points. He has delivered consistent podium finishes across multiple series, suggesting strong race pace and tire management. His partnership with Abel Motorsports gives him a stable platform to refine his open-wheel craft.
Notable Races and Milestones
His maiden Formula Regional Americas victory at Virginia International Raceway in 2021 stands as an early career milestone. Winning the 2024 Radical Cup North America title with nine victories for Graham Rahal Performance marked his most dominant single-season result. His Indianapolis Indy NXT debut in 2024 was another signature moment, opening the door to his full-time program.
Jordan Missig Career Wins
Missig’s verified win totals span karting, sports cars, and open-wheel competition. He is a four-time Ignite Senior Champion at Kart Circuit Autobahn and a regional Ignite Challenge Series champion from 2018. He won the Radical Cup North America championship in 2024, added two Lamborghini Super Trofeo North America class wins in 2021, and captured at least one Formula Regional Americas race victory.
Indy NXT Highlights
Missig made his Indy NXT debut in 2024 with Abel Motorsports at Indianapolis, gaining his first laps in the series. In 2025, he moved into a full-time seat with the same team, where he will continue to chase his first Indy NXT victory.
Other Wins & Performances
Beyond Indy NXT, Missig captured nine wins and sixteen podium finishes en route to the 2024 Radical Cup North America title for Graham Rahal Performance. He also earned two Pro-Am-class wins in the 2021 Lamborghini Super Trofeo North America with Wayne Taylor Racing, adding manufacturer-backed success to his résumé.
Jordan Missig Family
Family Background and Racing Lineage
There is limited verified public information about Jordan Missig’s immediate family or any racing lineage within his household. His documented career has been built through his own progression from karting at Kart Circuit Autobahn into professional sports car and open-wheel racing.
Personal Life
Missig was born and raised in Joliet, Illinois, and continues to be based in the United States as he pursues his Indy NXT program. Verified personal details beyond his birthplace and nationality are not publicly available at this time.
2025 Season Performance
Jordan Missig’s 2025 campaign marks his first full season in the Indy NXT Series with Abel Motorsports, driving the No. 48. After debuting at Indianapolis in 2024, he now has the benefit of a complete schedule to build pace and consistency across road courses, street circuits, and ovals. The team has shown long-term faith by also retaining him for 2026.
Coming off a dominant 2024 Radical Cup North America title with Graham Rahal Performance, Missig arrives with strong momentum and a proven ability to win championships. His open-wheel experience through Formula Regional Americas, Indy Pro 2000, and USF Pro 2000 gives him a solid foundation for the step up to Indy NXT. Continued progress through the season will be measured by top-ten finishes, oval comfort, and qualifying pace relative to established Indy NXT contenders.
