Jon Zimmer Jr. in Terminal Velocity

Jon Zimmer Jr.

2023 Truck Terminal Velocity 2023 Tour Arena Championship Series Central Hometown Grandy, NC Birthdate March 14
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Jon Zimmer Jr. started winning as soon as he got behind the wheel of a Monster Jam truck. Literally. He won 2-Wheel Skills at his first event! Jon hasn’t slowed down since, winning co-Rookie of the Year honors in 2022. Jon Zimmer Jr. is the son of fellow Monster Jam driver Jon Zimmer.

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

  • 2022 Rookie of the Year

ABOUT JOHN

  • What are some of your interests/hobbies/favorite pastimes?
    Dirt Bikes, R/C Cars, and anything with 4 wheels and a motor.
  • Who are your role models?
    My dad, Jon Zimmer.
  • What is your favorite memory on or off the race track?
    Winning my first ever two-wheel skills event at the very first Monster Jam event I competed in.

LIFE ON THE ROAD

  • What is the best and worst thing about being on the road every weekend with Monster Jam?
    Best thing about being on the road is being able to meet new people each weekend. The worst part would definitely being away from home so much.

CAREER

  • What is your favorite part about competing in Monster Jam?
    The adrenaline rush that you get from being on the track and in front of the fans.
  • How would you describe your driving style?
    Technical, I like to try and keep the truck in control but still look good.

FUN FACTS

  • Do you have any nicknames?
    Lil Jon, LJ, Jonny.
  • What’s your favorite movie?
    Fast and Furious.
  • What’s your favorite television show?
    Impractical Jokers.
  • What’s your favorite color?
    Blue.
  • What’s your favorite thing to eat?
    Pizza.
  • What’s your favorite restaurant on the road?
    Texas Roadhouse.

ARENA SERIES CENTRAL
CHAMPION: BRANDON VINSON
Grave Digger

POINTS THROUGH APR. 16, 2023

Position Name Truck Points Behind
1 Brandon Vinson/Matt Cody Grave Digger 1026 -
2 Jon Zimmer Jr. Terminal Velocity 972 -54
3 Zack Garner Wild Side 804 -222
4 Tony Ochs ThunderROARus 774 -252
5 Coty Saucier/Brandon Arthur Dragon 718 -308
6 Brandan Tulachka Just Get Er Done II 643 -383
7 Jamie Sullivan Monster Mutt Dalmatian 523 -503
8 Mikayla Tulachka Megalodon 468 -558
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