Biography

A dedicated desert racing competitor from San Diego, Steve Nottoli has established himself as a consistent performer in SCORE International's challenging UTV divisions. Racing with an experienced crew including Mike Shatynski, Erik Ridens, Marc Behnke, and Marco Gonzales, Nottoli campaigns a Polaris RZR 1000 in the highly competitive Pro UTV Naturally Aspirated class.

Nottoli's commitment to excellence was demonstrated during the grueling SCORE Baja 500, where his team (#1966) secured a solid fifth-place finish in the Pro UTV N/A category. Completing the punishing 542-mile course in 20 hours and 37 minutes, Nottoli and his crew showcased the determination and mechanical reliability essential for success in Baja's unforgiving terrain.

The 51-year-old racer brings together a seasoned team of Southern California desert racing veterans, each contributing decades of combined experience to their campaign. Their methodical approach to preparation and race execution has made them regular finishers in one of SCORE's most demanding classes, where mechanical failures and navigational challenges claim the majority of starters.

Nottoli continues to represent the blue-collar spirit of SCORE desert racing, proving that consistency and teamwork remain fundamental to success in Baja's legendary events.