[1] Born in Birmingham, Lloyd began his speedway career in 1928 at the Hall Green track.

[2] When the Hall Green track closed, in 1929 he moved to Perry Barr, captaining the team at the age of 17, and earning the nickname "Whirlwind" for his racing style.

[3] Two seasons followed with Wembley before he joined Wimbledon in 1938, where he stayed until league speedway's suspension due to World War II.

[3] Lloyd represented England several times between 1937 and 1939, and also rode and promoted the sport in South Africa.

[2][3] In 1946, with league speedway resuming, Lloyd joined Belle Vue and rode in the British Riders' Championship as well as riding again for England in the Test series against Australia in 1947 and 1948.