Mike Nugent is living proof that persistence and passion pay off. A lifelong monster truck fan, Mike spent years behind the scenes as a dedicated crew member, learning every bolt, wrench, and late-night repair that goes into putting on a winning show. After grinding it out on the crew and earning the respect of the team, he finally stepped into the driver’s seat of Roarin’ Rex and hasn’t looked back.

With a deep understanding of the truck and the heart of a true fan, Mike brings intensity, precision, and raw excitement to every run. He knows what it takes to push a truck to its limits because he helped build it there. Now, as the driver of Roarin’ Rex, Mike Nugent is proving that dreams built in the pits can roar to life in the arena.