Cox currently hosts the Mecum Auto Auction on Discovery's Velocity channel as well as the Super Cup Stock Car Series telecasts. His past television work includes hosting:

* Champ Car World Series
* Indianapolis 500
* NASCAR Winston West
* Paris-Dakar Rally
* Autoweek news magazine

As a racing driver Stephen Cox has posted wins on ovals and road courses, in both stock cars and sports cars. His career driving accomplishments include:

* 14 career wins
* 14 career poles
* Mitsubishi factory test driver for Lancer Evolution rally car
* 2004 GT Challenge Series champion
* 2004 Championship Motorsports Association Rookie of the Year