Bet You Didn’t Know
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Driver Name
Rex Snyder Jr
Racing Nickname
Speedy Snyder
Are you a full-time racer?
Yes
Do you own your race car?
Family supported/Team ride
Age
20
Number of Years Racing
Since very young — thousands of laps!
Height
5’8”
Married
No
Hometown / State
Rising Sun, Maryland, USA
Home Track
Tracks all over the East Coast and Midwest
Racing Division / Class
USAC National Midget, 410 Winged Sprint Car, Micro Sprint & Non Wing Outlaw Micros
Inquiring Minds Want To Know.
Favorite food
Whatever my crew cooks up after a long night — but pizza after a race never fails.
Favorite movie
Fast cars and racing films always get me — but I’m just as happy watching highlights from old midget and sprint races.
Favorite TV show
Any racing highlight show or motorsports recap. I never miss them.
Favorite racing memory so far
Running second in my rookie USAC Midget season at the Kokomo Grand Prix and then again at the Hangtown 100 — that was huge for me
Racing superstition
: I always tune in the same sequence — engine first, then tires, then belt — trying to give myself consistency even when conditions change.
Driver that inspired you growing up
I grew up watching micro sprint legends and learned early on that you don’t need a big track to race hard and win.
Typical week balancing work, family, and the shop
Weekdays we study data, prepare parts, and get the car ready — weekends we race or travel. It’s a constant cycle, but that’s the racing life.
Race day routine
Wake early, walk the track, talk setup with the crew, check tire pressures and belts, and get focused on every lap.
Life on the Road
Typical week on the road
The week starts by tearing down cleaning and inspecting the car. After workdays, nights are spent in the shop, repairing damage, followed by routine maintenance and scaling the car. Followed by prepping cleaning stocking and loading the trailer with the car. By the weekend, it's time to travel, race, and do it all again
How many days on the road & miles traveled
Most of the year — from the East Coast to California and everywhere in between, racking up a ton of travel.
Part of being a professional driver fans might not expect
It’s not just racing — the preparation, travel logistics, and team communication take almost as much time as the racing itself.
How I get around when away from the track:
Love to ride my Harley weather permitting
Toughest night on the road
Long hours rebuilding a car late into the night, only to show up at the next track early the next day.
Downtime on the road
I keep it simple — stretch, study lap data, and sometimes catch up on rest before the next heat.
Travel companions & where we stay
Crew and family when they can make it — mostly hotels near the track or at big events.
Routines, games, hobbies or workouts while traveling
Light stretching and 5 miles of jogging. Chess and we may play a few hands of poker with other drivers and crew keeping us sharp and often needing more money.
Who I hang out with on the road
Other drivers and crews. Everyone’s competing, but everyone understands the grind.
Typical nights home vs on the road:
Most nights are on the road during the season — home is short, but always worth coming back to.
Funniest/most memorable downtime thing
Winning my first 410 Sprint Car feature at Tri City Raceway by making a last lap pass — that’s one story I’ll never forget.
Reflections & Stories
Biggest career break and how it came about
Running a strong micro sprint program and winning big races like the KKM Challenge helped me get noticed, then stepping into full time USAC National Midget competition was the next level.
High / Low Pair
High: Earning the USAC National Midget Rookie of the Year honor — that was a career highlight and something I worked hard for all season
Low: Nights with mechanical issues when the car isn’t cooperating — racing can be humbling.
Most challenging obstacle overcome
Learning to adapt to different cars — midgets, winged 410 sprints, micro sprints — each machine teaches you something new.
Mentors and influences
Family, crew chiefs, and experienced competitors who taught me how to prepare and how to race smart.
Advice for young racers dreaming of going pro
Work hard every day, respect your equipment, and be willing to learn from every session on track.
What motivates you to keep racing
The competition, the challenge of getting faster, and loving every lap behind the wheel.
How many more years do you see yourself racing
I see myself racing deep into my career — as long as I’m competitive and pushing limits.
What do you see for yourself after you stop putting on the helmet
Helping younger racers and staying involved in motorsports.
Racing takes a small army
What kind of sponsorship assistance would make the biggest difference?
Support that helps with travel, parts, tires, and engine development — anything that lets us keep improving.
Are you looking for the help from a whale, a few sharks, or many minnows?
All levels matter — sometimes the minnows add up to big impact.
How do you promote sponsors to fans other than appearing on the car?
Social media features, behind the scenes videos, track interactions, and autograph sessions.
Do you have a sponsorship packet of information? If so, how can you offer it?
Yes — digital packet available on request.
How can potential sponsors contact you?
Reach out to my Mom or Dad at demo@gmail.com
Do you have a sponsorship packet?
Yes
How can it be accessed?
Current Sponsors
Sponsor 1
EnviroFab -- (Linkable)
Sponsor 2
Vahlco Wheels -- (Linkable)
Sponsor 3
Rod End Supply -- (Linkable)
Chassis
RMS Racing
Engine Builder
Billy The Kid Engine's
Shocks
Penske
Associate and Product Sponsors
MPV Logistics, Spike, Speedway Toyota
Race Fan Gear
Merchandise for sale
Yes
Merch link
Social Media
facebook.com/StevenSnyderJr
@StevenSnyderJr
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@StevenSnyderJr
Unsung Hero's
Car Owner Name Link to Racerspedia Owners profile
Steven Rutherford
Crew Chief
Peter Toole
Pit Crew
Boby, Peter, Ratchet man
Rig Driver
Role on Briggs
Honorable Mentions
Special thanks to Mom, Dad, Pete and Silvia
Thanks For Your Interest
Final message to viewers
We would love to meet every fan that we have. Stop by the trailer to say hay. We always have something for the kids to take home.