Nicolas Hammann

Nicolas Hammann, born on July 26, 1993, is a professional American road racing driver hailing from Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, the home of Road America. Hammann's journey in motorsports began at the tender age of six, racing karts at the Karting Kettle (now the Briggs & Stratton Motorplex) after his father quit racing. His early dedication paid off with track championships in 2007, 2008, and 2009. Recognizing his passion, Hammann obtained his SCCA license at 16 and began competing in the STU and STL classes, showcasing his talent at renowned tracks like Road America, Blackhawk Farms, and Mid-Ohio.

While harboring racing dreams, Hammann pursued a mechanical engineering degree at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, with a concentration in motorsports, graduating in 2018. However, his career took a significant turn when he won the 2014 U.S. GT Academy. This victory led to a Nissan factory driver contract and participation in Nissan's driver development program in the UK, where he honed his skills and earned his FIA International racing license.

Hammann's racing career has been diverse, including competing in the 24 Hours of Dubai, Blancpain Sprint Series, IMSA Continental Tire SportsCar Challenge, and Pirelli World Challenge. He also participated in the Nissan Micra Cup. He made his NASCAR Xfinity Series debut in 2016 and has four starts. Outside of racing, Hammann enjoys staying fit, working on cars, racing on simulators, and spending time with family and friends. He also works at the GM Technical Center in Charlotte, NC, as a simulation support engineer for Hendrick Motorsports.