Garrett Smithley

Garrett Smithley is an American stock car racing driver known for his perseverance and adaptability across NASCAR’s top series. Competing part-time in the NASCAR Xfinity Series for SS-Green Light Racing with BRK Racing and making select starts in the NASCAR Cup Series for Garage 66, Smithley has established himself as a reliable competitor in professional motorsports. His career began in high school, where he earned Rookie of the Year honors in Bandolero cars, later advancing through Legends cars and the ARCA Menards Series before moving into NASCAR’s national divisions.

Smithley’s professional journey is marked by his ability to maximize opportunities with underfunded teams, consistently delivering solid performances despite limited resources. Over more than a decade in NASCAR, he has accumulated more than 300 starts in the Xfinity Series and over 70 in the Cup Series, highlighted by multiple top-10 finishes in Xfinity and a career-best 21st-place finish in the Cup Series at Auto Club Speedway. Smithley has taken on leadership roles within his teams, collaborating with veteran crew chiefs and sponsors, and earning recognition for his technical feedback and resilience on short tracks and superspeedways.

Beyond his on-track achievements, Smithley maintains an engaging public presence and shares his experiences navigating the challenges of professional racing without significant financial backing. He credits his early experiences in theater for building the confidence that supports his media appearances and public speaking engagements. Smithley’s story reflects determination and adaptability, making him a notable figure in the motorsports community both as a driver and as a speaker.