Rookie Connor Bell Takes on his first ever Oval Race

June 10th – Stouffville, ON – Connor Bell took on a new challenge this past weekend in the #8 Dymon Storage, Choko Authentics Chevrolet. He made his first ever oval race start at Autodrome Chaudière during the NASCAR Canada Series double header weekend.

The weekend brought difficult weather conditions, as both practice and qualifying sessions were rained out, leaving Bell and the team with little track time heading into the race. As a result, Bell started the Bud Light 125 from the 14th position.

Despite the limited on track preparation, Bell focused on running consistent laps and gaining experience throughout the event. He kept the car clean, stayed out of trouble, and crossed the finish line in 11th place while learning valuable lessons along the way in his oval racing debut.

Following the opening race, the team worked hard, adjusting the car for the Michelob Ultra 125. Bell rolled off from 12th position and once again delivered a smooth and disciplined performance, bringing home an 11th-place finish with some contact, while keeping the car clean throughout the event.

“It was a great learning weekend for me,” said Bell. “Oval racing is completely different from what I’m used to, but the team gave me a great car all weekend and helped me improve every time I hit the track. To come away with a clean finish and a lot of experience is something we’re proud of.”

Fans can catch Connor Bell and the No. 8 in action June 27th, as the NASCAR Canada Series heads east at Riverside International Speedway

For more information on race schedules and team updates, visit www.edhakonsonracing.com and follow Ed Hakonson Racing on social media.

EHR is proud to be partnered with Choko Authentics, Fast Eddie Speedwear, Sangsin Brake and HGC

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Sangsin Brake Returns to Sponsor Ed Hakonson Racing for 2026 

June 9th  – Stouffville, ON – Ed Hakonson Racing (EHR) is proud to announce the return of Sangsin Brake as a team sponsor for the 2026 NASCAR Canada Series season.

The continued partnership with Sangsin Brake highlights the automotive parts company’s commitment to supporting Canadian motorsports and one of the NASCAR Canada Series’ most competitive organizations. Serving customers across North America.

“We’re excited to have Sangsin Brake return for another season,” said team owners. “Their continued support means a great deal to our organization, and we’re looking forward to building on our success together in 2026.”

Ed Hakonson Racing enters the new season travelling across Canada this summer focused on continued growth and strong performances across the NASCAR Canada Series schedule.

For more information on race schedules and team updates, visit www.edhakonsonracing.com and follow Ed Hakonson Racing on social media.

EHR is proud to be partnered with Choko Authentics, Fast Eddie Speedwear, Sangsin Brake and HGC

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TAGLIANI BATTLES THROUGH TOUGH DOUBLEHEADER WEEKEND AT AUTODROME CHAUDIÈRE

June 9th – Stouffville, ON – Autodrome Chaudière hosted a challenging doubleheader weekend for Alex Tagliani and the No. 3 Olymel, Wurth, Ureco Chevrolet as weather delays and on-track adversity tested the team throughout both NASCAR Canada Series events.

The weekend began with rain washing out both practice and qualifying sessions, forcing the schedule to shift and both races pushed to Sunday.

The first event, the Budlight 125, saw Tagliani start from the sixth position. After showing strong pace early in the race, the No. 3 machine was unfortunately caught in a mid-race collision that resulted in a broken tie rod and an unscheduled trip to pit road. With the setback, Tagliani finished the race 17th place finish.

Later in the day, the team returned for the Michelob Ultra 125. Starting from the middle of the pack, Tagliani fought hard throughout the event, but once again with a late race engine miss fire affected the results and brought home a 17th-place result.

Although the results did not reflect the speed and effort of the team, the resilience of Tagliani and the crew as they battled through difficult circumstances all weekend long.

Fans can catch Alex Tagliani and the No. 3 in action June 27th, as the NASCAR Canada Series heads east at Riverside International Speedway

For more information on race schedules and team updates, visit www.edhakonsonracing.com and follow Ed Hakonson Racing on social media.

EHR is proud to be partnered with Choko Authentics, Fast Eddie Speedwear, Sangsin Brake and HGC

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