Hunter Wright Bio
Hunter Wright (born January 4, 2001) is an American professional stock car racing driver. He last competed part-time in the ARCA Menards Series East, driving the No. 95 Toyota for MAN Motorsports. A native of Lebanon, Tennessee, Wright has built his career through regional late model competition before stepping into NASCAR’s ARCA development ladder.
Early Life and Background
Wright was born on January 4, 2001, in Lebanon, Tennessee, in the heart of Middle Tennessee. He grew up in a region with a deep short-track racing tradition, which provided early access to local ovals and weekly competition. His family has supported his racing interests from a young age, helping him balance school and travel to nearby tracks.
Wright attended Wilson Central High School, where he graduated in 2019. While in high school, he balanced his studies with a growing schedule of late model races across the Southeast. The combination of family encouragement and proximity to established short tracks helped shape his early development as a driver.
Path to NASCAR
Wright’s path to the national stage ran through the layered world of regional late model racing. From 2019 to 2023, he competed in a range of series, including the CRA JEGS All-Stars Tour, the World Series of Asphalt Stock Car Racing Series, the Show Me The Money Pro Late Model Series, and the ASA Southern Super Series. Each of these tours is recognized for producing well-rounded oval racers capable of adapting to different track shapes and tire compounds.
His biggest early achievement came in early 2024, when he won the World Series of Asphalt track championship at New Smyrna Speedway. That title helped elevate his profile and created a clear pathway toward the ARCA platform, where NASCAR officials and team owners typically scout rising talent. In 2024, it was announced that Wright would make his ARCA Menards Series East debut with MAN Motorsports.
Hunter Wright Career
Early Career (2019–2023)
Wright began his senior career in 2019, the same year he graduated from Wilson Central High School. He ran a mix of regional and touring late model events, including the CRA JEGS All-Stars Tour and the ASA Southern Super Series. These series gave him seat time on a variety of track types, from high-banked short tracks to flatter speedways.
He also tested his skills in the Show Me The Money Pro Late Model Series and took part in the World Series of Asphalt Stock Car Racing Series at New Smyrna Speedway. By stacking seasons of consistent regional competition, Wright built the résumé that eventually opened the door to ARCA-level racing.
ARCA Menards Series East Breakthrough (2024–Present)
Wright made his ARCA Menards Series East debut at the 2024 Pensacola 150 at Five Flags Speedway. Driving the No. 95 Toyota for MAN Motorsports, he turned in a promising run after placing fifth in the lone practice session, qualifying sixth, and finishing two laps down in fifth place. The debut showed he could compete at the ARCA level straight out of regional late model competition.
He has since continued part-time in the ARCA Menards Series East, logging additional top-ten finishes and steadily improving his pace. His best season points result came in 2025, when he finished 22nd in the ARCA East standings while also making his ARCA Menards Series national debut at the 2025 LiUNA! 150 at Indianapolis Raceway Park.
MAN Motorsports Era (2024–Present)
Wright’s arrival at MAN Motorsports marked his first sustained ride with a team focused on developing young talent. The No. 95 Toyota entry has given him consistent equipment and a familiar seat, allowing him to focus on race craft rather than adapting to new setups each week. The team has supported his transition from regional late model rules packages to ARCA’s heavier, more powerful cars.
Under the MAN Motorsports banner, Wright has collected multiple top-ten results in the ARCA East. The partnership has also extended into national ARCA Menards Series competition, where he posted a top-ten finish in his 2025 debut. The relationship between driver and team continues to grow as he gains more laps on ovals across the Southeast and Midwest.
Driving Style and Strengths
Wright is best known for his smooth, patient style on short tracks, where conserving equipment and managing tire wear are critical. His late model background has sharpened his ability to run consistent lap times over long runs, and he has shown comfort working with crew chiefs on race-day adjustments. The combination of patience and pace has made him a steady presence in mid-pack ARCA East fields.
Notable Races and Milestones
His 2024 ARCA East debut at Five Flags Speedway stands out as a career-defining moment, marking his first official national-level start. His track championship at New Smyrna Speedway during the early 2024 World Series of Asphalt is another signature result. More recently, his 2025 ARCA Menards Series debut at Indianapolis Raceway Park highlighted his continued growth within the MAN Motorsports program.
Hunter Wright Career Wins
Wright’s most significant victory to date is the track championship at New Smyrna Speedway, earned during the early 2024 World Series of Asphalt Stock Car Racing Series. Across his ARCA-level starts, he has recorded multiple top-ten finishes without a national touring win.
ARCA Menards Series East Highlights
Wright has competed part-time in the ARCA Menards Series East since 2024, racing the No. 95 Toyota for MAN Motorsports. In his first career East start at Five Flags Speedway, he brought home a fifth-place finish, and he has since added several more top-ten results. His best season championship position to date is 22nd, achieved in 2025.
Other Wins and Performances
Beyond his ARCA East efforts, Wright has competed in a number of respected late model tours, including the CRA JEGS All-Stars Tour, the Show Me The Money Pro Late Model Series, and the ASA Southern Super Series. His New Smyrna Speedway track championship remains the headline result of his regional career.
Hunter Wright Family
Family Background and Racing Lineage
Wright grew up in Lebanon, Tennessee, in a community closely tied to short-track racing. He has credited his family with supporting his move from local tracks to regional touring series during his late-teen years.
Personal Life
Wright graduated from Wilson Central High School in 2019, the same year he began his senior racing career. He continues to build his professional résumé as a young driver working his way up the stock car ladder.
2025 Season Performance
The 2025 season marked Wright’s busiest year in ARCA competition to date. He continued his part-time schedule in the ARCA Menards Series East with MAN Motorsports, posting consistent top-ten finishes across multiple events. His efforts were rewarded with a best championship result of 22nd in the final ARCA East standings.
Wright also reached a major personal milestone by making his ARCA Menards Series national debut at the 2025 LiUNA! 150 at Indianapolis Raceway Park. The national start added another top-ten finish to his résumé and provided valuable experience on the heavier ARCA Menards Series platform. Overall, he wrapped up 2025 with a 100th-place best finish in the national ARCA Menards Series standings.
With the ARCA East season running into early 2026, including the Cook Out Music City 150 at Nashville Fairgrounds, Wright has continued to gain seat time under the MAN Motorsports banner. The 2025 campaign positioned him well to chase his first ARCA touring win and expand his national schedule in the seasons ahead.