He is known for his dominance in the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour in the 1990s despite never winning the championship.
Ruggiero raced in the Modified Tour from 1985 until 2009; a total of 24 years.
[5] Ruggiero later found work in the chassis shop of Stewart-Haas Racing, where he helps them in building their cars.
[7] (key) (Bold – Pole position awarded by qualifying time.
Italics – Pole position earned by points standings or practice time.