Steve Lewis Jr. Bio
Steve Lewis Jr. (born January 18, 1999) is an American professional stock car racing driver. He last competed part-time in the ARCA Menards Series, driving the No. 62 Chevrolet for Steve Lewis Racing. Lewis built his early career on dirt modified tracks in the northeastern United States before transitioning to stock car racing.
Early Life and Background
Steve Lewis Jr. was born on January 18, 1999, and grew up in Ransomville, New York, a small community in the western part of the state known for its strong dirt-racing tradition. He was raised in a family with ties to short-track competition, and that environment shaped his interest in racing from a young age. Lewis continues to live in his hometown of Ransomville, where he stays connected to the local racing scene.
From his earliest years, Lewis spent time around dirt tracks in western New York, watching modifieds and other open-wheel cars compete on weekend nights. That early exposure gave him a clear path into the sport, and he soon began racing himself. The combination of family support and a deep regional racing culture helped him develop his skills as a young driver.
Path to NASCAR
Lewis began his racing career in dirt modified competition, working his way through a variety of regional series across the northeast. Between 2017 and 2022, he raced in series such as the Super DIRTcar Big-Block Modified Series, the DIRTcar 358-Modified Series, and the Mighty TQ Midgets of Western New York. In 2021, he finished eighth in the DIRTcar 358-Modified Series points standings, marking one of his strongest results on dirt.
Looking to expand his opportunities, Lewis set his sights on the ARCA Menards Series, a national stock car tour that has long served as a development step for drivers aiming to reach the upper levels of NASCAR. In the fall of 2022, he contacted fellow driver Kyle Sieg and purchased an intermediate ARCA car from RSS Racing. With help from driver Andy Jankowiak, Lewis converted the car into a superspeedway setup and prepared for his debut at Daytona International Speedway.
Steve Lewis Jr. Career
Early Career (2017–2022)
Lewis spent his formative years competing on dirt across western New York and the broader northeast. His schedule included the Super DIRTcar Big-Block Modified Series, one of the premier dirt touring series in the country, along with the DIRTcar 358-Modified Series and the Mighty TQ Midgets of Western New York. These series gave him experience racing on a variety of track shapes and surfaces, building the race craft needed for higher-profile competition.
His eighth-place finish in the 2021 DIRTcar 358-Modified Series points was a key milestone, showing he could run consistently at the front of the field. The dirt years taught him how to handle cars in traffic, manage tire wear, and adapt to changing track conditions, lessons that would later prove valuable on paved superspeedways.
ARCA Menards Series Breakthrough (2023)
Lewis made his ARCA Menards Series debut at Daytona International Speedway in 2023, the traditional season opener for the tour. Driving the No. 62 Chevrolet for Steve Lewis Racing, he started 24th and brought the car home in 13th place, a solid result for a first outing on a restrictor-plate track. The debut followed a winter of testing at Daytona, where he used Friday and Saturday sessions to learn the draft and prepare for the race.
His transition from dirt to pavement was supported by fellow racers, including Andy Jankowiak, who helped him build the superspeedway car. The Daytona debut confirmed that Lewis could handle the demands of national stock car racing and opened the door to additional ARCA starts with his family-owned team.
Steve Lewis Racing Era (2023–Present)
At Steve Lewis Racing, Lewis runs a part-time schedule focused on superspeedway events and select ARCA Menards Series races. The family-run operation fields the No. 62 Chevrolet and has allowed him to continue developing as a driver while balancing other racing commitments. His program has been built around patience, steady improvement, and learning from each event on the schedule.
Lewis continues to balance his ARCA efforts with dirt modified races at home in New York, giving him a versatile racing résumé. The Steve Lewis Racing era represents the next step in his career, giving him a platform to gain experience at higher speeds and prepare for future opportunities in stock car racing.
Driving Style and Strengths
Lewis is known for a calm, methodical approach behind the wheel, shaped by years of dirt racing where car control and patience are essential. His background on slick surfaces has helped him adapt to the drafting and pack-style racing required at superspeedways like Daytona and Talladega. Working with a small family team, he has focused on consistent finishes and steady progress rather than flashy risks.
Notable Races and Milestones
His most notable moment to date is his 13th-place ARCA Menards Series debut at Daytona International Speedway in 2023, a finish that introduced him to the national stock car audience. Earning approval to race from ARCA officials after his Daytona test was another key milestone, confirming that his equipment and preparation met the series’ standards.
Steve Lewis Jr. Career Wins
Steve Lewis Jr.’s win totals in the ARCA Menards Series and on the dirt modified circuit are not fully documented in available sources. His most celebrated result so far is his competitive ARCA debut at Daytona, while his dirt résumé includes consistent top-ten runs in regional modified competition.
ARCA Menards Series Highlights
Lewis’s ARCA Menards Series career is just getting started, with his Daytona debut serving as the foundation. He has continued to pursue part-time opportunities with Steve Lewis Racing, using each start to build experience and refine his approach to stock car racing.
Other Wins and Performances
On dirt, Lewis recorded a strong eighth-place finish in the 2021 DIRTcar 358-Modified Series points standings, one of his best results in regional competition. He has also raced in the Super DIRTcar Big-Block Modified Series and the Mighty TQ Midgets of Western New York, gaining experience across a range of car types.
Steve Lewis Jr. Family
Family Background and Racing Lineage
Lewis races for Steve Lewis Racing, a team that carries his family name and reflects his deep ties to short-track racing in western New York. Growing up in Ransomville, a community known for its dirt tracks, gave him direct access to the sport from an early age.
Personal Life
Steve Lewis Jr. resides in his hometown of Ransomville, New York. He continues to race dirt modifieds in addition to his ARCA program, keeping his schedule closely tied to the local racing community that shaped his career.
2025 Season Performance
Looking ahead to the 2025 season, Steve Lewis Jr. is expected to continue running a part-time ARCA Menards Series schedule with Steve Lewis Racing in the No. 62 Chevrolet. His program is likely to focus on superspeedway events where his dirt-to-pavement transition experience can be put to good use. With a family-run team and a growing résumé, Lewis is working toward more consistent finishes and additional seat time in national stock car competition.
The 2025 season represents an opportunity for Lewis to expand his role with Steve Lewis Racing and add more starts to his ARCA record. Each race offers a chance to refine his superspeedway skills and build momentum for future opportunities at higher levels of stock car racing.