Scott Dixon

Scott Dixon
Born	(1980-07-22) July 22, 1980 Brisbane, Australia
Occupation	Professional racing driver
Years active	2001–present
Known for	Six-time IndyCar Series champion, 2008 Indianapolis 500 winner

Scott Ronald Dixon (born 22 July 1980) is a professional racing driver from New Zealand, currently competing in the IndyCar Series behind the wheel of the No. 9 Chip Ganassi Racing (CGR) Dallara DW12 powered by Honda. He has earned six IndyCar Series championships, capturing titles in 2003, 2008, 2013, 2015, 2018, and 2020. Among his notable achievements is winning the prestigious 2008 Indianapolis 500 with CGR. Additionally, Dixon boasts three victories at the 24 Hours of Daytona endurance race—two with CGR in 2006 and 2015, and one with Wayne Taylor Racing in 2020—as well as two triumphs at Petit Le Mans.

Dixon began karting competitions at seven years old, eventually securing 30 significant karting championships throughout Australia and New Zealand. By age 13, he transitioned to car racing, claiming titles including the 1994 New Zealand Formula Vee Championship, the 1996 New Zealand Formula Ford Class II Championship, the 1998 Australian Drivers' Championship, and the 2000 Indy Lights championship. His debut in the top-level open-wheel series came in 2001 with Championship Auto Racing Teams (CART) for PacWest Racing, where he won his first major race in only his third start. After PacWest ceased operations, Dixon moved to CGR in 2002. When CGR shifted to the IndyCar Series in 2003, he immediately made an impact by winning the championship during his rookie season with three race victories.

After a winless campaign in 2004, Dixon captured one victory in 2005, improved to two wins with a fourth-place points finish in 2006, and secured four wins while finishing second to teammate Dario Franchitti in 2007. His second series championship arrived in 2008, highlighted by five wins including the Indianapolis 500 triumph. He finished as runner-up again to Franchitti in 2009, breaking Sam Hornish Jr.'s record for most all-time series wins, then consistently placed third from 2010 through 2012. Dixon clinched his third title in 2013 with four wins and followed that with a third-place finish and two victories in 2014. The 2015 season saw him claim his fourth championship after tying on points with Juan Pablo Montoya but prevailing based on a higher number of race wins.

Dixon's form declined somewhat during the 2016 and 2017 seasons; however, he still managed three wins and finished sixth and third overall respectively. His trio of victories in 2018 earned him a fifth championship, followed by a sixth title two years later supported by four wins. In subsequent seasons, he placed fourth overall with one win in 2021, improved to third with two victories in 2022, finished second with three wins in 2023, but then dropped to sixth place overall despite two wins in 2024.

Throughout his career, Dixon has accumulated a total of 59 American open-wheel race victories alongside 143 podium finishes. Since 2004, he has also participated extensively in endurance racing series such as the American Le Mans Series, Rolex Sports Car Series, IMSA SportsCar Championship, and the renowned 24 Hours of Le Mans. His diverse racing portfolio includes appearances in the International Race of Champions and Australia's elite V8 Supercars. Honored as New Zealand's Sportsman of the Year twice—in 2008 and again in 2013—Dixon was appointed a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit in 2009 and was promoted to Companion (CNZM) ten years later. His contributions to motorsport have been recognized through inductions into both the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America and the Long Beach Motorsports Walk of Fame.

Early and personal life

Scott Dixon was born on 22 July 1980 in Brisbane, Australia, as the youngest child and sole son of New Zealand-born parents Ron and Glenys Dixon. He has two elder sisters and retains New Zealand citizenship. His parents were actively involved in motorsport, owning a dirt speedway located in Townsville, North Queensland. The family initially relocated to Australia in 1976 but returned to Auckland, New Zealand, ten years later following a significant accident involving his father. Dixon attended Manurewa Central Primary School, Green Meadows Intermediate, and later James Cook High School. In February 2008, he wed Emma Davies-Dixon, a former British and Welsh 800 metres champion and television host. The couple has three children.

Early racing career

Dixon’s racing journey began at age seven when he started karting after observing his cousins compete at the Mt. Wellington oval kart track in Auckland. Motivated by his parents, he transitioned to midget car racing at eight years old, drawing inspiration from notable New Zealand racers such as Chris Amon, Denny Hulme, and Bruce McLaren. Over six years, his family made substantial investments in racing equipment and opportunities, with his father dedicating extensive hours to importing karts and vehicles from Japan to support Scott’s ambitions. Throughout his karting tenure, Dixon secured 30 significant championships across Australia and New Zealand, including the 1992 New Zealand Junior Restricted Championship.

At thirteen, following his parents’ advocacy, Dixon obtained a junior competition license permitting him to race vehicles up to Formula Ford level. He won the 1994 New Zealand Formula Vee Championship on his debut attempt and went on to capture the 1995–1996 New Zealand Formula Ford Class II championship by winning 13 of 14 races. The subsequent season saw him claim the premier Formula Ford title with eight victories out of 15 starts.

Due to limited backing from Motorsport NZ, Dixon’s family brought on racer Ken Smith as his manager to facilitate career progression. Competing in the Australian Drivers' Championship’s Formula Holden category with race-by-race financial support, Dixon achieved third place overall and was honored as Rookie of the Year. To fund his 1998 season, a group of investors established Scott Dixon Motor Sport (SDMS), which paid him a salary until he eventually bought out their shares in 2006. Driving a Reynard 92D–Holden, he won five races and secured the Australian Gold Star Drivers' Championship after an intense season-long rivalry with Todd Kelly.

In late 1998, Dixon relocated to the United States to participate in the CART developmental Indy Lights series, aiming for a future in Formula One but limited financially by SDMS from competing in European circuits. After testing with Johansson Motorsports, he competed throughout the 1999 season, finishing fifth overall with one victory and four top-five results while placing second in the Rookie of the Year rankings. Additionally, he tested a Formula 3000 car in France and finished second at the New Zealand Grand Prix.

Following changes in management structure, Johansson took on the role of Dixon’s manager. In 2000, Dixon signed a five-year deal with PacWest Racing’s Indy Lights development team that guaranteed minimum CART team testing opportunities. He clinched the Indy Lights championship by winning six races and achieving eight top-four finishes, becoming the series’ second-youngest champion after Greg Moore.

CART (2001–2002)

In 2001, PacWest Racing owner Bruce McCaw elevated Dixon to compete in CART, filling the seat vacated by the retired Mark Blundell in the No. 18 Reynard 01I powered by Toyota. Prior to the season, his team advised him to increase his weight, and he trained alongside teammate Maurício Gugelmin, concentrating on adjusting to the longer race distances and strategic demands of CART. On his third appearance, Dixon triumphed at the Lehigh Valley Grand Prix held at Nazareth Speedway, completing 116 laps without a pit stop and becoming the youngest victor in a major open-wheel event at just 20 years, 9 months, and 14 days old. He also secured a podium finish at Milwaukee and achieved three fourth-place results at Chicago Motor Speedway, Road America, and Laguna Seca. Concluding the season eighth in the drivers' standings with 98 points, he earned the distinction of Rookie of the Year.

Dixon continued with the rebranded PWR Championship Racing during the 2002 campaign, as the team transitioned from Reynard chassis to a Lola B02/00-Toyota combination. He deliberately avoided committing to a long-term contract to maintain prospects in Formula One. After registering two top-ten finishes early on, financial difficulties compelled PWR to cease operations. Subsequently, Dixon secured a drive with Chip Ganassi Racing (CGR) for their third entry for the remainder of the year following consultations involving his family, CGR owner Chip Ganassi, and Toyota amid preparations for the Indianapolis 500. Integrating smoothly into CGR alongside teammates Bruno Junqueira and Kenny Bräck, he fulfilled team expectations by delivering nine top-ten finishes, including a career-best second place at the Grand Prix of Denver, ultimately ranking 13th in the championship with 97 points.

2003–2006

Prior to the 2003 season, Dixon and CGR transitioned from CART to the newly formed IndyCar Series, driven by financial incentives and the chance to compete in the prestigious Indianapolis 500. Although initially uncertain due to his road-course expertise, Dixon adapted rapidly to oval racing, winning his first event at the Toyota Indy 300 in Homestead by leading the final 53 laps. Despite sustaining an early injury at Motegi and spinning during his inaugural Indianapolis 500 appearance, he secured victories at both Pikes Peak International Raceway and Richmond International Raceway, alongside four runner-up finishes across ten races. Entering the finale tied on points with rival Hélio Castroneves, Dixon clinched the 2003 title after finishing second at Texas Motor Speedway, amassing a total of 507 points.

In 2004, despite battling a fractured thumb bone and a sprained ankle that caused him to miss one race, Dixon recorded several top-ten finishes. However, his Toyota engine was less competitive compared to Honda-powered opponents, particularly after IndyCar reduced engine displacement from 3.5L to 3.0L for the Indianapolis 500. Occasional overdriving led to handling difficulties, restricting his overall performance to tenth place with an accumulation of 355 points.

Dixon extended his commitment with CGR through 2006 and devoted himself exclusively to IndyCar after participating in Williams F1 testing and competing in IROC. The 2005 season began with challenges; a crash at Indianapolis resulted in a disappointing 24th-place finish. Nonetheless, he claimed victory at Watkins Glen by leading a race-high 25 laps and ended the season ranked 13th with 321 points.

For the 2006 season, CGR switched engine suppliers from Toyota to Honda following Toyota’s departure for NASCAR competition, which enhanced their competitiveness. Dixon refined his oval racing skills under teammate Dan Wheldon’s mentorship. He started strongly with back-to-back second-place finishes and qualified fourth for Indianapolis but finished sixth after incurring a penalty. Dixon triumphed in wet conditions at Watkins Glen’s Indy Grand Prix and later edged out Wheldon for victory at Nashville. Entering the final event among four championship contenders, he finished second overall for fourth place in the standings with a total of 460 points.

2007–2010

Dixon commenced the 2007 season with impressive early performances, securing two podium finishes and two fourth places. He then qualified fourth and ended second in the rain-affected Indianapolis 500. Dixon achieved a record-tying streak by winning three straight events at Watkins Glen, Nashville, and Mid-Ohio, narrowing the gap to points leader Dario Franchitti. After triumphing at the Motorola Indy 300 in Sonoma, he assumed the championship lead. Entering the final race as one of three title contenders, Dixon ran out of fuel late and finished second to Franchitti with a total of 624 points.

In 2008, Dixon remained with CGR and began the season by winning the Gainsco Auto Insurance Indy 300 from pole position. Following podium finishes at Motegi and Kansas Speedway, he claimed his first and only victory at the Indianapolis 500, leading for 115 laps starting from pole. Additional wins at Texas, Nashville, Edmonton, and Kentucky—where he dominated by leading 151 laps after a competitor depleted fuel—helped him build a commanding championship lead. Dixon secured his second series championship by finishing just behind winner Castroneves in the finale.

During his 2009 title defense with CGR, Dixon overcame early difficulties to capture five victories, including those at Kansas, Milwaukee, Richmond—where he equaled Sam Hornish Jr.'s career wins record—Mid-Ohio, where he surpassed Hornish's all-time wins tally, and Motegi. He entered the season’s final race among three championship hopefuls and concluded third overall with 605 points, trailing teammate Franchitti.

The 2010 campaign saw Dixon deliver steady top results before claiming his second consecutive RoadRunner Turbo Indy 300 victory at Kansas. He also secured victory at the Honda Indy Edmonton following a penalty imposed on a rival driver. Maintaining consistent form with no finishes outside the top eight in subsequent races—including a runner-up spot at Sonoma—Dixon was eliminated from championship contention after finishing sixth at Motegi but wrapped up the year third in points with a win at Homestead and 547 points.

2011–2015

In the 2011 season, Dixon continued driving for CGR. Across the first eleven events, he achieved seven top-ten finishes, including second places at Barber Motorsports Park, both Texas races in the doubleheader, and Toronto. He earned his third victory at Mid-Ohio’s Honda Indy 200 by leading 50 laps from pole position. Additionally, Dixon won the Indy Japan: The Final at Motegi starting from pole and secured third place at the Kentucky Indy 300, earning him the A. J. Foyt Oval Trophy despite no oval wins that year. He finished third in the Drivers' Championship with a total of 518 points.

Continuing with CGR in the 2012 season, Dixon faced challenges related to engine reliability. Early in the year, he recorded three runner-up finishes including St. Petersburg and the Indianapolis 500. He dominated the 2012 Chevrolet Detroit Belle Isle Grand Prix by leading every lap from pole position and later added another win at Mid-Ohio. After placing fourth in Baltimore, he remained a contender but ultimately finished third overall with 435 points.

Midway through 2012, Dixon extended his contract with CGR for three more years through to 2015. Although his Honda-powered car lacked horsepower compared to Chevrolet competitors, he consistently reached podiums early in 2013. His initial victory that year came at the 2013 Pocono IndyCar 400, followed by sweeping both races of the 2013 Honda Indy Toronto doubleheader and winning the first race of the 2013 Shell-Pennzoil Grand Prix of Houston. Dixon secured his third series championship by accumulating 577 points after finishing fifth at Auto Club Speedway.

In 2014, CGR aligned its IndyCar and NASCAR programs under Chevrolet engines, prompting Dixon’s switch to Chevrolet power units. Despite initial difficulties with power delivery and traction, he achieved multiple top-ten results including victories at Mid-Ohio and Sonoma. He concluded the season third in points with a total of 604.

Returning to CGR for the 2015 season, Dixon claimed his first Long Beach Grand Prix win after qualifying third and earned pole position for the Indianapolis 500, where he led for 84 laps before finishing fourth. He also won Texas’s Firestone 600 and consistently placed within top-five finishes while securing pole position at Iowa. Heading into Sonoma’s final race as one of six title contenders, Dixon clinched his fourth championship by winning that event and edging Juan Pablo Montoya on wins despite tying on points (556).

2016–2020

After agreeing to a three-year contract extension in mid-2015, Dixon continued driving for CGR during the 2016 season, although Penske held a technical advantage. He began the Phoenix Grand Prix in seventh position and led the final 155 laps to claim his first victory of the year, extending his streak to a record 12 consecutive seasons with at least one win. Despite encountering three DNFs caused by mechanical failures and a crash at Mid-Ohio, Dixon achieved eight top-ten results in twelve races and secured the pole-to-win triumph at the Grand Prix at The Glen. He concluded the season sixth in the Drivers' Championship with 477 points, marking the first time since 2005 he finished outside the top three.

In 2017, CGR switched back to Honda powertrains after three seasons using Chevrolet engines. Dixon started strong with third-place finishes early on and earned pole position for the 2017 Indianapolis 500, where he suffered a crash but remained unhurt. After a runner-up finish in Detroit, he briefly led the championship standings and captured victory at the 2017 Kohler Grand Prix held at Road America. Consistent performances including back-to-back second places at Gateway and Watkins Glen helped him secure third place overall with 621 points.

The 2018 campaign introduced a universal aerodynamic package that leveled technical disparities with Penske. Dixon recorded five top-ten finishes in the opening races, highlighted by podiums on the Indianapolis road course and at the 2018 Indianapolis 500. Victories in Detroit, Texas, and Toronto, combined with no finishes lower than fifth in his final five events, propelled him to claim his fifth IndyCar title with a total of 678 points.

Prior to the 2019 season, Dixon committed to a multi-year deal extending through 2023, turning down an offer from McLaren. He began that year with four podiums across seven races and added wins in Detroit’s second race and at the 2019 Honda Indy 200 in Mid-Ohio—his sixth triumph there—finishing fourth in the championship standings with 578 points.

The COVID-19 pandemic shortened the 2020 season to just 14 events. Following an Indiana lockdown, Dixon prepared remotely for racing’s resumption. He won the opening round at Texas, tying A.J. Foyt’s record of victories spanning 18 seasons, then claimed wins at both the GMR Grand Prix and Road America’s inaugural REV Group Grand Prix. Despite finishing second at Iowa and leading most laps of the 2020 Indianapolis 500, Dixon earned his milestone 50th career victory at Gateway. Consistent top-ten results in later races culminated in his sixth drivers’ championship, edging Newgarden by 16 points after finishing third at St. Petersburg.

2021–present

Dixon kicked off the 2021 championship with consecutive third-place finishes at Barber and St. Petersburg. Starting third during the first race of the Genesys 300 doubleheader in Texas, he dominated by leading 206 out of 212 laps to secure his sole win of that season, taking over the championship lead and surpassing Foyt’s record for most seasons with a race victory in his nineteenth season. He earned pole positions for both the second Genesys 300 event and the 2021 Indianapolis 500, though a disappointing seventeenth-place finish at Indy allowed teammate Álex Palou to overtake him in points. Dixon added three podiums along with four top-ten finishes to conclude fourth overall with 481 points.

Throughout the 2022 season, Dixon consistently finished within the top ten during the initial five races, achieving a best result of fifth place at Texas. He captured his fifth pole position for the 2022 Indianapolis 500, leading for 95 laps but was penalized for speeding on pit lane, which cost him victory. He rebounded strongly by winning both the Honda Indy Toronto and Nashville’s Big Machine Music City Grand Prix. Entering the final race at Laguna Seca as one of five contenders for the title, Dixon finished twelfth and ended up fourth in the championship standings with 521 points.

During the 2023 season, Dixon improved his qualifying results following adjustments to engineering and race strategy, securing third place at St. Petersburg along with several top-ten finishes. An uncommon retirement caused by contact at Long Beach hindered his points accumulation. As development advanced, he extended his record to nineteen consecutive seasons with at least one victory by winning the 2023 Gallagher Grand Prix, also surpassing Kanaan’s record for consecutive IndyCar starts. Subsequent success included victory at the 2023 Bommarito Automotive Group 500, establishing himself as teammate Palou’s primary championship rival after Newgarden crashed out. Although eliminated from title contention following a third-place finish at Portland, Dixon secured second place in the Drivers' Championship and capped off his season with a win at the 2023 Firestone Grand Prix of Monterey.

In early rounds of the 2024 season, Dixon utilized fuel management tactics to win both the Grand Prix of Long Beach and Detroit Grand Prix, reclaiming championship leadership from Palou. Despite losing viable title chances due to an accident at Portland, he surpassed Mario Andretti’s record by achieving his 142nd career IndyCar podium finish and ranked sixth overall with 456 points.

Commencing the 2025 season, Dixon secured second place at St. Petersburg despite experiencing delayed pit service caused by radio communication issues. He followed this with five additional top-ten finishes over eight races before earning his first victory of that year at the Honda Indy 200 at Mid-Ohio, capitalizing on teammate Palou running wide near race end.

Sports car career

Dixon made his endurance racing debut at the 1999 Petit Le Mans piloting the No. 36 Ferrari 333 SP, but retired early due to gearbox complications. At the 2004 24 Hours of Daytona, he secured a tenth-place overall finish and sixth in class, driving Chip Ganassi Racing's No. 1 Riley MkXI-Lexus Daytona Prototype alongside teammates such as Scott Pruett. Later that year, he achieved a third-place finish in the Lexus Grand American 400 with co-driver Darren Manning. In 2005, Dixon, Manning, and Casey Mears combined efforts to finish sixth at Daytona. The following year, the trio of Dixon, Mears, and Wheldon claimed victory at the 2006 24 Hours of Daytona, completing 734 laps in the No. 2 Riley-Lexus fielded by CGRFS. That same season, he also finished fourth at the Discount Tire Sunchaser held at Miller Motorsports Park.

In 2007, Dixon’s Daytona run ended prematurely due to a crash; however, he returned in 2008 to complete the race, finishing 41st overall with Wheldon among his teammates. That year, he also finished fifth in the LMP2 division at the 2008 Petit Le Mans representing De Ferran Motorsports. During the 2009 season, Dixon placed fifth at Daytona and participated in both the 12 Hours of Sebring and Petit Le Mans events driving De Ferran Motorsports’ LMP1 Acura ARX-02a. He secured pole position at Sebring but was forced to retire because of mechanical problems.

Between 2010 and 2012, Dixon competed at Daytona sharing the No. 2 Riley MkXX-BMW with Franchitti and others, achieving second place in 2011 and fourth in 2012. Additionally, he took part in the Brickyard Grand Prix in 2012, finishing just outside the podium in fourth place. Although a crash caused an early retirement at Daytona in 2013, he rebounded by finishing third at the Continental Tire Sports Car Festival later that year. The following season presented challenges with mechanical failures limiting his results at Daytona and Sebring; nonetheless, he managed to secure third place at Petit Le Mans.

Dixon celebrated another triumph at the 2015 24 Hours of Daytona, sharing CGRFS’ No. 2 Riley-Ford with Kanaan, Larson, and McMurray. That year, he also competed in both the 12 Hours of Sebring and Petit Le Mans, finishing fourth on both occasions. In 2016, brake problems caused a crash during Daytona; despite this setback, he competed in Ford CGR’s No. 67 Ford GT alongside Ryan Briscoe and Richard Westbrook across key endurance races including Le Mans. Their efforts yielded a class podium at Le Mans in 2016 and culminated with a victory in the GTLM category at the 2018 24 Hours of Daytona.

In 2020, Dixon joined Wayne Taylor Racing (WTR) for the Daytona 24 Hours event and emerged victorious with co-drivers Briscoe, Kobayashi, and van der Zande after setting a new record by completing 833 laps. He also raced an Aston Martin Vantage AMR GT3 at Bathurst that year and captured a win at Petit Le Mans driving for WTR. Through subsequent seasons up to 2022, Dixon consistently delivered strong performances across IMSA endurance competitions including Daytona, Sebring, and Petit Le Mans while frequently teaming with Bourdais and van der Zande.

During the 2023 campaign, Dixon piloted the No. 1 Cadillac V-LMDh alongside Bourdais and van der Zande to achieve third place at Daytona, fourth at Le Mans, and second overall at Petit Le Mans. Mechanical difficulties forced an early retirement from the 2024 24 Hours of Daytona, yet the trio bounced back to secure second place at Sebring before winning the season finale at Petit Le Mans despite encountering obstacles.

Looking forward to 2025, Dixon is scheduled to compete in IMSA Endurance Cup events sharing the No. 60 Acura ARX-06 with Meyer Shank Racing teammates Colin Braun and Tom Blomqvist; Tobias Rosenqvist will join for the Rolex 24. Early results for the team include a runner-up finish at Daytona followed by tenth place at Sebring.

Additional Racing Endeavors

In 2004, Dixon was among twelve selected drivers invited to participate in the four-event IROC stock car racing series, piloting a uniformly prepared Pontiac Firebird. Throughout the series, he consistently placed within the lower half of the top ten, ultimately securing tenth place in the championship standings with a total of 25 points. For the 2010 V8 Supercar Championship Series' Armor All Gold Coast 600 double-header, Dixon teamed up with Kelly Racing as Todd Kelly’s international co-driver in the No. 7 Holden VE Commodore, finishing 20th in the opening race and retiring following a crash in the subsequent event. Prospective participation in both the Phillip Island and Bathurst 1000 was withdrawn due to insufficient testing time between his IndyCar commitments. Additionally, a planned return for the 2011 Armor All Gold Coast 600 alongside Shane van Gisbergen at Stone Brothers Racing was canceled after his wife experienced a premature birth.

Following negotiations by his manager Johansson, Dixon was granted an opportunity to test with the Williams Formula One team for a potential seat in . This evaluation took place in early 2004 and consisted of two sessions at Circuit Paul Ricard and Circuit de Catalunya. Despite completing these assessments, Williams opted not to offer him a contract for testing or racing, citing their hesitation to appoint a rookie driver.

Driving Characteristics

Dixon generally demonstrates stronger performances during races compared to qualifying sessions. Palou notes that Dixon’s strength lies in sustaining steady vehicle performance across individual stints, entire races, and full seasons. According to Fred Smith of Road & Track, Dixon's patience is rooted in his formative racing years when errors could have jeopardized his career due to limited family financial resources. Commentators Matt Beer and Jack Benyon from The Race emphasize that Dixon’s consistency is not passive; rather, it involves capitalizing on opportunities amid the variable conditions typical of IndyCar competition, making him a formidable contender in championship battles.

Jeff Olson of Racer observes that Dixon favors cars exhibiting oversteer for enhanced drivability, while journalist Marshall Pruett highlights his capacity to execute approximately one hundred subtle adjustments per lap. David Malsher-Lopez from Motorsport.com characterizes Dixon’s approach as reactive—he instinctively adapts to changes in car handling and physical dynamics. Since early in his IndyCar tenure, Dixon has excelled at fuel conservation through meticulous preparation, precise vehicle setup, and driving techniques that optimize fuel usage within limits, allowing for fewer or quicker pit stops. Pre-race preparations include ensuring optimal cornering performance to maximize overall competitiveness.

Off-Track Activities and Honors

Dixon holds ambassadorial roles with youth cancer organizations CanTeen and Teen Cancer America, advocating for the specific needs of adolescent cancer patients often overlooked by healthcare systems. He also represents luxury timepiece brand Richard Mille and supports Chip Ganassi Racing’s Women in Motorsport program, reflecting his commitment to fostering team excellence through diversity initiatives. His business engagements include partnerships with New Zealand’s appliance manufacturer Fisher & Paykel’s U.S. division and active involvement in fundraising efforts benefiting children’s charities. In 2019, he co-chaired IndyHumane's annual Mutt Strut fundraiser at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway alongside his wife.

Since 2012, Dixon has served on the board of Concept Motorsport New Zealand. His media presence encompasses three guest appearances on the Late Show with David Letterman, a 2008 feature on Live With Regis and Kelly, and being the focus of the 2018 documentary Born Racer. Additionally, he appeared on Jay Leno's Garage in 2017.

Dixon has been honored with the Jim Clark Trophy four times (in 1999, 2001, 2004, and 2019) recognizing sportsmanship and excellence, as well as receiving the Bruce McLaren Trophy twice (in 2003 and 2008). The New Zealand government appointed him Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit in 2009 and elevated him to Companion in 2019 for his contributions to motorsport. He was named New Zealand's Sportsman of the Year twice—in 2008 and again in 2013—and has received multiple nominations throughout other years.

In 2009, NZ Post included Dixon in its Champions of World Motorsport postage stamp collection. His accolades also include induction into MotorSport New Zealand's Wall of Fame (2009), entry into the Road to Indy Hall of Fame (2014), and inclusion in the Open Wheel category of the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America (2024). Autosport magazine recognized him among the fifty greatest drivers never to compete in Formula One in 2013. The Mayor of Indianapolis, Joe Hogsett, proclaimed September 24, 2018, as "Scott Dixon Day," and he was further honored on the Long Beach Motorsports Walk of Fame in 2025.

Career Overview

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Season	Series	Team	Races	Wins	Poles	Fastest Laps	Podiums	Points	Final Position
1993–94	New Zealand Formula Vee Championship	?	20	14	2	2	17	524	1st
1996–97	New Zealand Formula Ford Championship	?	?	?	?	?	?	1st
1997	Australian Drivers' Championship	?	14	0	?	?	1	125	3rd
1998	Australian Drivers' Championship	SH Racing	10	5	?	?	9	160	1st
	New Zealand Grand Prix	?	1	0	?	?	1	N/A	2nd
1999	1999 Indy Lights season	Johansson Motorsport	12	1	1	0	4	88	5th
	Formula Holden New Zealand	?					62	2nd

American Open-Wheel Racing Results

(Template:American Open Wheel driver results legend#key) (Bold races indicate pole position; italicized races denote fastest lap.)

Indy Lights

1999 || Stefan Johansson#Johansson Motorsports ||style="background:#FFDF9F;" |MIA
3 ||style="background:#DFDFDF;" |LBH
2 ||style="background:#DFFFDF;" |NAZ
4 ||style="background:#EFCFFF;" |MIL
15 ||style="background:#EFCFFF;" |POR
11 ||style="background:#CFCFFF;" |CLE
14 ||style="background:#EFCFFF;" |TOR
18 ||style="background:#EFCFFF;" |MIS
16 ||style="background:#CFEAFF;" |DET
7 ||style="background:#FFFFBF;" |CHI
1 ||style="background:#DFDFDF;" |LAG
2 ||style="background:#CFCFFF;" |FON
16 ||5th||88 |- 2000||PacWest Racing#PacWest Lights||style="background:#FFFFBF;" |LBH
1||style="background:#FFFFBF;" |MIL
1||style="background:#DFFFDF;" |DET
4||style="background:#CFCFFF;" |POR
11||style="background:#CFCFFF;" |MIS
14||style="background:#FFFFBF;" |CHI
1||style="background:#DFDFDF;" |MOH
2||style="background:#FFFFBF;" |VAN
1||style="background:#FFFFBF;" |LAG
1||style="background:#EFCFFF;" |STL
15||style="background:#EFCFFF;" |HOU
15||style="background:#FFFFBF;" |FON
1||1st||155|}

CART

Year	Team	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10	11	12	Rank	Points

2001 || PacWest Racing ||18|| Reynard 01I || Toyota RV8F V8 || Various results including win at Lehigh Valley Grand Prix (race #5) ||8th||98 |- 2002 || rowspan=2:PacWest Racing/Championship Racing ||7|| rowspan=2:Lola B02/00 || rowspan=2:Toyota RV8F V8 || Mixed finishes with best result sixth place at season start ||13th||97 |- ...|}

IndyCar Series

Year	Team	No.	Chassis	Engine	Races...	Final Rank	Points

2003 || rowspan=16:Target Chip Ganassi Racing ||9|| rowspan=2:G-Force || rowspan=4:Toyota || Multiple wins including HMS (Homestead) race one victory; consistent podiums throughout season || style="background:#FFFFBF;" |1st ||507 |- 2004 ||1|| Various finishes including top ten results but no wins ||10th||355 |- ...|}

• Season ongoing.
• Some events held on same day.
• The tragic accident leading to Dan Wheldon’s death caused cancellation of the final race in the 2011 IZOD IndyCar World Championship.
• The championship title in 2015 was decided by tiebreaker based on number of wins.

Indianapolis 500

2003–2005 entries include G-Force chassis with Toyota engines; best finish was eighth place in 2004. From 2006 onward drove Dallara chassis powered by Honda engines achieving multiple podiums including victories. Notable wins occurred in years including but not limited to: 2008 (pole position and win), 2015 (pole position), and recent years. Team consistently Chip Ganassi Racing.

American Le Mans Series Full Results

- 1999 || Doran Matthews Racing || LMP || Ferrari 333 SP || Ferrari F310E V12 || Various races including retirements and top finishes || NC ||0 |- 2008–09 seasons saw participation with de Ferran Motorsports running Acura prototypes achieving mixed results.

Rolex Sports Car Series Outcomes

2004–06 seasons competed with Chip Ganassi Racing entries using Riley Mk XI chassis powered by Lexus V8 engines. Highlight includes victory at the prestigious Daytona event in 2006.

IMSA SportsCar Championship Full Results

From debut seasons onward competing primarily with Chip Ganassi Racing fielding Riley DP cars powered by Ford EcoBoost V6 turbos transitioning later to Cadillac DPi-V.R power units. Notable achievements include multiple victories at Daytona and Petit Le Mans endurance events. Recent seasons show involvement with Acura Meyer Shank Racing utilizing Acura ARX-06 prototypes.

- Year - Team - Car No. - Class - Manufacturer - Engine - Race Results - Final Standing - Points -

24 Hours of Daytona Performance

Participated annually since early career stages with various teams including Chip Ganassi Racing entries achieving victory at Daytona (notably first place finish in 2006 and again later).

24 Hours of Le Mans Results

Years competed include representation for Ford Chip Ganassi Team USA driving Ford GT machines primarily within GTE Pro category. Best result includes third place finish overall/class podium achieved during debut year. Recent campaigns involve Cadillac Racing entries competing within Hypercar category.

12 Hours of Bathurst Results

2020 entry with Castrol Racing R-Motorsport driving Aston Martin Vantage AMR GT3 resulted in mid-pack finishes overall and within GT3 Pro category.

V8 Supercar Championship Record

(Template:Motorsport driver results legend#key) (Bold indicates pole position; italics fastest lap)

2010

Year	Team	Car	Races	Championship Position	Points
Kelly Racing	Holden VE Commodore			NC	0†

† Not eligible for championship points

International Race of Champions

(key) (Bold – Pole position. * – Most laps led.)

Results in the International Race of Champions
Year	Manufacturer	1	2	3	4	Final Standing	Points Earned	Source
2004	Pontiac	DAY 8	TEX 9	RCH 9	ATL 8	10th	26