Steve Jones

The Road Warrior

Early Years:

Steve Jones was born in Munich, Germany, to an American father, a U.S. Air Force veteran stationed in Germany, and a Bavarian mother. From an early age, Steve showed an innate curiosity and knack for tinkering with mechanical devices. At the tender age of seven, he began his journey into the world of mechanics by fixing bicycles and mini-bikes in his neighborhood.

Passion Ignited:

During his high school years, Steve's passion for mechanics intensified. He transitioned from bicycles to working on family vehicles, demonstrating a natural aptitude for diagnosing and repairing automotive issues. Steve made the bold decision to drop out of school in the 9th grade to pursue an apprenticeship at a local BMW dealership in Berchtesgaden, Bavaria. Steve's determination to pursue his passion never wavered.

Professional Journey:

In 1983, Steve made a pivotal decision to move to the United States. He landed a job as the head mechanic at Silver Star Motorsports, a Mercedes-Benz repair facility located in Pompano Beach, Florida. It was here that Steve honed his skills and gained invaluable experience, particularly in building Koenig wide-body Mercedes vehicles. Silver Star eventually became an official AMG distributor for the Southeast region, further enriching Steve's expertise in Mercedes-Benz performance engineering.

The RENNTech Era:

Steve's path intersected with the future founder of RENNTech, marking a significant turning point in his career. Recognizing Steve's exceptional talent, he was appointed as the Head of Engine Development at RENNTech. Over the next two decades, Steve oversaw the creation of numerous iconic RENNTech Mercedes-Benz builds from the 1980s and 1990s. These groundbreaking models, such as the original EV12, garnered widespread