Tanner Reif Bio
Tanner Richard Reif, born on September 9, 2005, is an American professional stock car racing driver. He most recently competed full-time in the ARCA Menards Series West, driving the No. 13 Toyota Camry for Central Coast Racing, and part-time in the ARCA Menards Series, also behind the wheel of the No. 13 Toyota Camry for the same team. Reif first gained attention with a strong rookie campaign in the ARCA Menards Series West in 2022, finishing as the championship runner-up. Since then, he has built a reputation as a consistent front-runner in stock car racing’s developmental ranks.
Early Life and Background
Tanner Reif was born in Las Vegas, Nevada, and raised in the western United States. Growing up near major racing venues, including the Las Vegas Motor Speedway Bullring, gave him early access to grassroots short tracks. He began racing at a young age, which helped him build a foundation in stock car competition before moving into national touring series.
Reif developed his skills in the 51FIFTY Jr. Late Model Series at Madera Speedway in 2019, where he earned several wins. The same year, he attempted to compete in the SRL Southwest Tour at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway Bullring, though he did not qualify for that event. These early seasons were formative, helping him transition from a young regional racer into a professional prospect.
Path to NASCAR
In 2020, Reif made twelve starts in the NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series at Irwindale, recording one win, ten top-ten finishes, and four top-five results on his way to an eighth-place finish in the standings. He continued to build his resume at Tucson Speedway in 2021, where he earned a win in three starts, and also picked up a victory at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway Bullring. That same year, he ran full-time in the SRL Southwest Tour, recording eight top-tens and four top-fives across eleven races to finish fourth in points.
Reif’s strong regional results opened the door to the ARCA Menards Series West. On January 28, 2022, he signed with Sunrise Ford Racing to drive the No. 9 car full-time in the 2022 ARCA Menards Series West season. He would go on to capture his first career West Series win at Irwindale Speedway that year, a result that established him as one of the top young talents in the ARCA ladder.
Tanner Reif Career
Early Career (2019–2021)
Reif’s early professional career centered on short tracks in California, Nevada, and Arizona. He first gained recognition in the 51FIFTY Jr. Late Model Series at Madera Speedway in 2019, where he collected several wins as a teenage driver. A failed qualifying attempt at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway Bullring in the SRL Southwest Tour that year provided motivation to refine his approach.
By 2021, Reif was running a full SRL Southwest Tour schedule, posting eight top-ten finishes and a fourth-place result in the standings. Combined with his weekly series and Tucson Speedway starts, his results attracted the attention of ARCA team owners and set the stage for his move into national touring series competition.
ARCA Menards Series West Breakthrough (2022–2023)
Reif made an immediate impact in the ARCA Menards Series West in 2022 with Sunrise Ford Racing. He earned his first career West Series win at Irwindale Speedway, taking the pole and leading every lap. Later that season, he captured his second West Series victory at Evergreen Speedway in the 1,000th ARCA West race, passing teammate Jake Drew with 23 laps remaining. Those results helped him finish second in the West Series championship standings.
On February 2, 2023, Bill McAnally Racing announced that Reif would drive the No. 16 car full-time for the 2023 season. The move to one of the West Series’ most respected teams gave him stronger equipment and a deeper support system, while his prior wins had already made him one of the most promising young drivers in the series.
Central Coast Racing Era (2025)
On January 8, 2025, Central Coast Racing announced that Reif would drive the No. 13 Toyota Camry full-time in the 2025 ARCA Menards Series West season. The switch to Toyota brought a new manufacturer partnership and aligned him with a team focused on developing young talent. Reif responded with his third career ARCA West victory at Tucson, conserving his tires in the closing laps to take the win. He also continued to make selected starts in the national ARCA Menards Series during this period.
Driving Style and Strengths
Reif is recognized for his smooth, consistent driving style and his ability to manage equipment over long runs. His early win at Irwindale, where he led every lap, highlighted his race-leading pace, while his late-race tire management at Tucson demonstrated patience and strategic awareness. Working with Central Coast Racing has allowed him to refine these skills as he competes against more experienced rivals.
Notable Races and Milestones
Among Reif’s signature performances is his 2022 win at Irwindale Speedway, his first career ARCA West victory, and his 2022 triumph at Evergreen Speedway in the 1,000th ARCA West race. His 2025 win at Tucson marked his third career ARCA West victory and reinforced his standing as a regular contender in the series.
Tanner Reif Career Wins
Reif has built a steady resume of victories across stock car racing’s developmental ranks, highlighted by three ARCA Menards Series West wins. His victories have come on a variety of track types, ranging from short ovals to intermediate speedways, demonstrating his adaptability behind the wheel.
ARCA Menards Series West Highlights
Reif’s first ARCA West win came in 2022 at Irwindale Speedway, where he led every lap from the pole. His second victory followed later that season at Evergreen Speedway, and his most recent ARCA West win came in 2025 at Tucson, where he saved his tires in the closing laps. He has also recorded 25 top-ten finishes and two pole positions across his ARCA West career.
Other Wins and Performances
Outside the ARCA ladder, Reif has collected victories in the 51FIFTY Jr. Late Model Series at Madera Speedway, the NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series at Irwindale, and Tucson Speedway. He also ran competitively in the SRL Southwest Tour in 2021, finishing fourth in the standings with eight top-ten finishes.
| Series | Wins | Top Tens | Poles |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARCA Menards Series West | 3 | 25 | 2 |
Tanner Reif Family
Family Background and Racing Lineage
Reif comes from a family with a strong presence in short-track racing. His younger brother, Tyler Reif, races part-time in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, driving the No. 42 Chevrolet Silverado RST for Niece Motorsports. Both brothers were runners-up in the 2019 51FIFTY Jr. Late Model Series, highlighting the family’s deep ties to grassroots racing.
Personal Life
Tyler Reif has also competed in late models and previously raced in the SRL SPEARS Southwest Tour, and made his ARCA Menards Series West debut at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway Bullring in 2022. The brothers continue to support each other’s careers across different NASCAR and ARCA series.
2025 Season Performance
Reif’s 2025 season was defined by his move to Central Coast Racing and a return to Toyota power. Running the No. 13 Toyota Camry full-time in the ARCA Menards Series West, he quickly established himself as a championship contender. His third career ARCA West win at Tucson, secured through careful tire management in the closing laps, was the centerpiece of his campaign.
He also made selected starts in the national ARCA Menards Series during the year, gaining experience on larger tracks alongside his West Series duties. The combination of consistent top-ten runs and timely victories kept him in regular contention across the season.
Reif’s 2025 results reinforced his reputation as one of the top young drivers in the ARCA ladder. Looking ahead, before the 2026 season he competed in Kaulig Racing’s “Race For the Seat,” challenging for a full-season ride in the team’s No. 14 truck, signaling his intent to climb further up the NASCAR ranks.
