Trevor Bayne

Trevor Mitchell Bayne is an American professional stock car racing driver, businessman, and team owner. He is best known as the youngest winner of the prestigious Daytona 500, which he won just one day after his 20th birthday in 2011. Bayne has made a notable impact in NASCAR through his driving achievements and entrepreneurial ventures, while also contributing to motorsports in various capacities beyond active competition.

Bayne was born on February 19, 1991, in Knoxville, Tennessee. He began racing go-karts at the age of five and accumulated over 300 feature wins, three World Championships, and 18 state and track championships during his karting career. He progressed to the Allison Legacy Race Series, where he became the youngest National Champion in series history in 2005. His early success also included competing in the USAR Hooters Pro Cup Series Southern Division and signing a developmental contract with Dale Earnhardt, Inc. in 2008. Bayne was homeschooled during his formative years and showed a strong work ethic and passion for racing from an early age.

Career

Bayne debuted in NASCAR in 2009 in the Nationwide Series (now Xfinity Series). His breakthrough came in 2010 when he joined Wood Brothers Racing for the Sprint Cup Series (now NASCAR Cup Series). Remarkably, in only his second Cup start—and one day after turning 20—Bayne won the 2011 Daytona 500, marking Ford Motor Company’s 600th NASCAR victory and securing his place as the youngest winner in the event’s history.

Following the Daytona 500 win, Bayne competed full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series with Roush Fenway Racing from 2015 to 2017, where he claimed multiple top-5 and top-10 finishes. He also raced part-time in the Cup Series in 2018. Bayne has two career wins in the Xfinity Series and a total of 187 NASCAR Cup Series starts. Post-2018, he transitioned into entrepreneurship, opening Mahalo Coffee Roasters in Knoxville, Tennessee, which he later sold in 2022 to re-focus on potential racing opportunities, including negotiations for a full-time Xfinity ride with Joe Gibbs Racing that ultimately did not materialize.

Since 2021, Bayne has competed part-time in dirt late model racing for his own team alongside his brother Trey Bayne in the American Crate All-Star Series.

Off-Track Ventures

Bayne founded Mahalo Coffee Roasters, a specialty coffee business in Knoxville, which he sold at the end of 2022. He is active in philanthropy and mission outreach, notably with Back2Back Ministries through several trips to Mexico. Bayne is also recognized for his public speaking and community engagement, often discussing the role of faith in his life and career. His media presence includes work as a pit reporter for NASCAR on Prime Video.

Net Worth

Trevor Bayne’s estimated net worth is $10 million.

Family Life

Trevor Bayne, born February 19, 1991, in Knoxville, Tennessee, is married to Ashton Clapp since June 4, 2013. They have five children: Elizabeth Kate, Levi Jensen, Luka, Jude, and Jett. The family lives on a farm in Knoxville, where they raise animals and produce.

Recent Controversies

There are no widely reported recent controversies involving Trevor Bayne.

Key Highlights from Season 2024 and 2025

• 2024: Bayne remained semi-retired from full-time NASCAR competition, focusing on managing his racing team in dirt late model events and other personal ventures. He continued occasional appearances in dirt racing and participated in mission work, also engaging with fans as a NASCAR media contributor.
• 1 August 2025: Bayne is active as a part-time dirt late model racer and team owner. He is involved in the American Crate All-Star Series with his brother and serves as a competition advisor for Legacy Motor Club in NASCAR. There are no current records of full-time NASCAR driving engagements in 2025.