Lux has built an impressive resume in his racing career having competed in TQ Midgets, Midgets on both dirt and pavement, Unlimited Modifieds, 305 Sprint Cars and Micros and Baby Grands, winning championships in both the Baby Grands Stock Car Association and All-Star Circuit of Champions TQ series.

Matt Lux is from Manilla, Indiana. He joined Abacus Racing for the 2025 Chili Bowl, teaming up with Santino Ferrucci and Kaylee Bryson. Lux drove the No. 5 Indy Custom Stone car.

Lux has spent the last 3 years in the USAC Midwest Thunder Midget Series, finishing in the top 5 in points every year, and 2nd series points in 2025. It was during these years that Lux had his biggest racing accomplishment.