Tanner Foust

Overview

Tanner Foust is an American professional racing driver, stunt driver, and television host known for competing across rallycross, drifting, rally, and stunt performance. He is widely regarded as one of the most versatile drivers in motorsports, combining competitive success with media and film work. Foust gained mainstream recognition as co-host of Top Gear USA while also building a strong presence in Hollywood as a stunt driver.

Core Profile

  • Full Name: Tanner Lee Foust
  • Born: June 13, 1973
  • Birthplace: Denver, Colorado, USA
  • Disciplines: Rallycross, drifting, rally, stunt driving
  • Education: Molecular Biology, University of Colorado

Career Summary

Foust began his professional racing career in the early 2000s, transitioning from drifting into rallycross where he achieved major championship success. He has competed across multiple motorsport disciplines including rally, drift, and global rallycross series. Alongside racing, he developed a parallel career in television and film, working as both a presenter and stunt driver.

Major Achievements

Championships

  • Formula Drift Champion: 2007, 2008
  • Global Rallycross Champion: 2011, 2012
  • Americas Rallycross Champion: 2019

X Games

  • 9 total medals (multiple gold)
  • Gold medals in Rally Racing and Super Rally
  • Gymkhana Grid Gold Medalist

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