July 15, 2012 – Vernon, British Columbia – Jason Hathaway, in his #3 Snap-on Tools/Rockstar Energy Drink/Vortex Brake Pads Dodge traveled this week to the first of three races in Western Canada. Hathaway backed up his podium finish last event at Delaware Speedway with another podium finish at the A & W 300 at Motoplex in Vernon, BC.

The day did not start off very well for the team as they chased the set up in their car right off the trailer.

Hathaway wasn’t happy overall with his day leading up to qualifying. “We have had great luck here in years before. We are 7^th in practice, but I am not 100% happy with our car for tonight. We will have some work to do in the 300 lap event.”

Hathaway gave his team a lift when he placed his #3 Snap-on Tools/Rockstar Energy Drink/Vortex Brake Pads Dodge 6^th on the qualifying grid for the 300 lap event.

Off the top of the race Hathaway held his own and moved up to 5^th in the running order. Unfortunately, the issues that the team had faced earlier in the day in practice began to crop back up. Crew Chief Craig Masters was able to make an adjustment on lap 88, but a long green flag run saw Hathaway go down a lap down to the leaders on lap 152.

Hathaway’s luck stared to come around when on lap 156 the caution flag came back out and Hathaway was awarded the free pass, placing him back on the lead lap.  The next caution period finally allowed Hathaway to come to the attention of his over the wall crew taking on right side tires, fuel and left side tires in 3 separate pit stops.

With new tires and a tank full of fuel Hathaway restarted in the 12^th spot.  Posting consecutive fast laps, Hathaway was a man on a mission working his way back up through the field. He was able to put his car anywhere on the track and made passes on the high and low side of the track.  By lap 213 Hathaway  was 2^nd in the running order.   A great battle between Hathaway and the 22 car ensured as the two challenged each other for the 2^nd spot. Hathaway pulled away from Steckley and brought home the team’s 2^nd podium finish in as many events.

“Our finish tonight goes to show that you can never give up. We had a really bad set of tires and the car would not respond to what we threw at it earlier on. Going a lap down was not great, but when we were able to finally get tires and fuel we were on rails.  The car was great and our guys did an amazing job making three stops and getting me what we needed.  We have had a great start to the western swing.” Said a happy Hathaway in victory lane.

With this 2^nd place finish Hathaway moves into 5^th place in the overall championship points standings.

The A &W 300 will be aired on TSN on July 22nd at 5pm EST.  The team’s next event will be July 20th, 21st and 22^nd as part of the Edmonton Indy in Edmonton, Alberta.

You can follow the team on line at www.team3red.com, on Facebook at team3red.edhakonsonracing and on Twitter @ehrt3r and @jasonhathaway3.

Ed Hakonson Racing is proud to be partnered with Snap-on Tools, Rockstar Energy Drinks, Vortex Brake Pads, Napoleon Grills, Castrol, Fast Eddie Racewear, Choko Motorsports, Praxair and Cathcart Trucking and King Brewery.

About Snap-on Tools: Snap-on Tools is a leading global innovator, manufacturer and marketer of tools, diagnostics and equipment solutions for professional users. Product lines include hand and power tools, tool storage, diagnostics software, information and management systems, shop equipment and other solutions used by technicians and professionals at vehicle dealerships and repair centers in the marine, power sports and aviation industries.  Visit www.snapon.com

About Rockstar Energy Drink: “ROCKSTAR is the world’s most powerful energy drink. Enhanced with the potent herbal blend of Guarana, Ginkgo, Ginseng and Milk Thistle, ROCKSTAR is formulated to provide an incredible energy boost for those who lead active and exhausting lifestyles – from athletes to rock stars!

About Vortex Brake Pads: Vortex Brake Pads is a proud Canadian company, manufacturing the highest quality aftermarket brake pads for all automotive segments. Vortex products are well researched, proven in on track and off track testing and are produced in a high quality manufacturing environment. For more information visit www.vortexbrakepads.com

For additional information please contact:
Jamie Hakonson
905-642-1010
jamie@team3red.com

July 6, 2012, -Stouffville, Ontario – Jason Hathaway, NASCAR Canadian Tire Series driver of the #3 Snap-on Tools/Rockstar Energy Drink/Vortex Brake Pads Dodge has confirmed that he will be running a Late Model stock car in the Summer Sizzler 150 this Friday evening at Kawartha Speedway.

Hathaway will be behind the wheel of the #61H Rockstar Energy Drink / Vortex Brake Pads / King Brewery Chevrolet owned by Bryan Watts Motorsports out of Uxbridge, Ontario.

Coming off of an impressive 3^rd  place finish at Delaware Speedway in his last NASCAR Canadian Tire race, Hathaway is looking forward to Friday’s event.

“I can’t wait to run at Kawartha on Friday in this event; this is one of the biggest Late Model races in Ontario” Said Hathaway. “We have the weekend off from the NASCAR Series and this is a great way to keep in racing shape for our Western swing starting next weekend. I love a chance to go back to my roots for a weekend. I’m missing a Late Model win at Kawartha to have a win in every division from NASCAR, Cascar Sportsman, and Thunder Car. “

In addition to Rockstar Energy Drink and Vortex Brake Pads, riding on board the #61H this weekend are King Brewery, Fast Eddie Racewear and Choko Authentic Apparel.

The night’s action will get underway at 7pm Friday at Kawartha Speedway.  For more information check out their website at  www.kawarthaspeedway.com

Jason Hathaway will be featured on Racetime Radio tonight (July 9, 2012) at 8 pm ET.

If you missed it, you can hear the broadcast by clicking on the following link: Listen Now

June 24, 2012 – Komoka, Ontario – Home town favourite, Jason Hathaway, in his #3 Snap-on Tools/Rockstar Energy Drink/Vortex Brake Pads Dodge returned to his home track of Delaware Speedway on Saturday with a podium finish in mind and he didn’t disappoint his fans or his team.
Hailing from southwestern Ontario, Hathaway made his mark on the racing scene running street stock all the way up to late model. His experience at this track and feel helped him practice near the top of the speed chart on Saturday afternoon. A twitchy racecar after a delay in the qualifying process landed Hathaway 10th in the starting line-up for the EMCO 200.

Hathaway wasn’t discouraged by their starting spot. “The car was off in qualifying, but that is okay, we have 200 laps and the car will be good once we start racing.”

Starting 10th, Hathaway went straight to work with the wave of the green flag. Hathaway came in on lap 56 for fuel and to repair some front end damage to the car that happened when passing a lapped car and set his sight back on the leaders. By the half-way point Hathaway was 5th. On lap 150 Hathaway came in for right side tires and a chassis adjustment to free his racing machine up and raced his way up into 4th.

In a strange turn of events the power on the front straight went out and the race was red flagged. When the lights came back on Hathaway showed his talent and the crowd saw some great side by side racing that earned Hathaway the 3rd spot with 40 laps to go. He held off some great challenges and posted his first podium of the 2012 season in his #3 Snap-on Tools/Rockstar Energy Drink/Vortex Brake Pads Dodge.

“We had a great night tonight and this team is building momentum for the Western swing coming up! It feels good to be running up front at Delaware in front of friends, family and my sponsors. The guys were strong on pit road and the crew did great job getting the hood off the racecar when we came in for fuel. We love coming back here and running like we did tonight. Thanks to all the fans for sticking around to watch a heck of a finish after the power went out at the track tonight.” Said Hathaway in Victory Lane after the race.

Hathaway’s 3rd place helped to propel the team up to 6th in the new point’s standings with four races out of twelve complete. The team will make their annual trek to the western part of Canada in few weeks’ time racing at Motorplex near Vernon, BC on July 14th, Edmonton Indy on July 22nd and Auto Clearing Motor Speedway in Saskatoon on July 25th.

The EMCO 200 will air on TSN on July 8th at 3PM EST. Fans came follow the team on Twitter @ehrt3r and @jasonhathaway3 and on Facebook:team3red.edhakonsonracing.
Ed Hakonson Racing is proud to be partnered with Snap-on Tools, Rockstar Energy Drinks, Vortex Brake Pads, Napoleon Grills, Castrol, Fast Eddie Racewear, Choko Motorsports, Praxair and Cathcart Trucking and King Brewery.

About Snap-on Tools: Snap-on Tools is a leading global innovator, manufacturer and marketer of tools, diagnostics and equipment solutions for professional users. Product lines include hand and power tools, tool storage, diagnostics software, information and management systems, shop equipment and other solutions used by technicians and professionals at vehicle dealerships and repair centers in the marine, power sports and aviation industries. Visit www.snapon.com

About Rockstar Energy Drink: “ROCKSTAR is the world’s most powerful energy drink. Enhanced with the potent herbal blend of Guarana, Ginkgo, Ginseng and Milk Thistle, ROCKSTAR is formulated to provide an incredible energy boost for those who lead active and exhausting lifestyles – from athletes to rock stars!

About Vortex Brake Pads: Vortex Brake Pads is a proud Canadian company, manufacturing the highest quality aftermarket brake pads for all automotive segments. Vortex products are well researched, proven in on track and off track testing and are produced in a high quality manufacturing environment. For more information visit www.vortexbrakepads.com

For additional information please contact: Jamie Hakonson 905-642-1010 or jamie@team3red.com

Photo credit: Joe Hamilton

Jamie Hakonson
Fast Eddie Racewear
Velocity Marketing Group Inc.
Ed Hakonson Racing/ Team 3 Red
19 Anderson Blvd
Uxbridge, ON
L9P 0C7
905-642-1010 tel
905-642-1011 fax
jamie@fasteddieracewear.com
www.fasteddieracewear.com

June 17, 2012-Bowmanville, Ontario – Jason Hathaway, in his #3 Snap-on Tools/Rockstar Energy Drink/Vortex Brake Pads Dodge was looking forward to getting back to the oval tracks this weekend in hopes of redeeming the Team after a disappointing race at I-CAR 2 weeks ago.

The car practiced well, posting a 5^th place on the speed charts at the first oval track of the 2012 schedule. Hathaway tuned on his racing machine to get it comfortable for the long 200 lap event.

“We have done some testing with our oval car and I think what we have been learning will help us here tonight.  Vortex Brake Pads is the presenting sponsor for tonight’s race and it is great to see some of our customers here.” Said Hathaway after practice on Saturday afternoon.

The Team also hosted some special guests; Alan Smith and James Eaton who were the lucky bidders for a “Day at the Races” with the E.H.R team during an auction at the Big Brothers Big Sisters of York Gala held last November.

Hathaway posted a wicked qualifying time and lined his #3 Snap-on Tools/ Rockstar Energy Drink/Vortex Brake Pads Dodge up in the 6^th starting spot at the 1/2 mile oval.   The beginning of the race was plagued by cautions, but Hathaway used them to his advantage working his way up to the front.  By lap 16 he was running in the 3^rd spot and working into his rhythm.

A long green flag run before the half way point saw Hathaway’s car tightened up and Hathaway had to back out of the throttle and wait for a caution to make some adjustments to the car.  Caution flew on lap 117 and Crew Chief Craig Masters brought Hathaway down pit road for tires and a chassis adjustment. The over the wall crew did a great job and helped Hathaway to pick up 2 spots coming off of pit road!

Just past the 150 lap mark, Hathaway turned up the heat and made a run for the end.  He ran hard, chasing down the 6^th and 7^th place cars.  Hathaway made a great move going through corner 2 with 5 laps to go pulling into 5^th.  Hathaway put some distance between himself and the 6^th place car and recorded the team’s first top 5 of the 3 race old season.

Hathaway was proud of his team and their finish.  “This was a great finish tonight. We raced hard, adjusted on the car and the guys had a great tire stop that really helped us.  Our Hauler driver and spotter Phil wasn’t able to be here tonight and we are all thinking about him. Hopefully he is feeling better soon!  This as a great night with Vortex here and all of our family, my daughters and our friends to celebrate Father’s Day weekend!”

The Clarington 200 Presented by Vortex Brake Pads will air on TSN on Sunday June 24 at 1pm EST and the will premiere on RDS2 Wednesday July 22th at 10pm EST.

The E.H.R. team will be right back at it this coming weekend at Delaware Speedway on Saturday June 23, for the EMCO 200 presented by Niagara Plumbing Supply and McKeough Supply.

 

Ed Hakonson Racing is proud to be partnered with Snap-on Tools, Rockstar Energy Drinks, Vortex Brake Pads, Napoleon Grills, Castrol, Fast Eddie Racewear, Choko Motorsports, Praxair and Cathcart Trucking and King Brewery.

About Snap-on Tools: Snap-on Tools is a leading global innovator, manufacturer and marketer of tools, diagnostics and equipment solutions for professional users. Product lines include hand and power tools, tool storage, diagnostics software, information and management systems, shop equipment and other solutions used by technicians and professionals at vehicle dealerships and repair centers in the marine, power sports and aviation industries. Visit www.snapon.com

About Rockstar Energy Drink: “ROCKSTAR is the world’s most powerful energy drink. Enhanced with the potent herbal blend of Guarana, Ginkgo, Ginseng and Milk Thistle, ROCKSTAR is formulated to provide an incredible energy boost for those who lead active and exhausting lifestyles – from athletes to rock stars!

About Vortex Brake Pads: Vortex Brake Pads is a proud Canadian company, manufacturing the highest quality aftermarket brake pads for all automotive segments. Vortex products are well researched, proven in on track and off track testing and are produced in a high quality manufacturing environment. For more information visit www.vortexbrakepads.com

For additional information please contact: Jamie Hakonson 905-642-1010 or jamie@team3red.com

Photo credit: Joe Hamilton

Jamie Hakonson
Fast Eddie Racewear
Velocity Marketing Group Inc.
Ed Hakonson Racing/ Team 3 Red
19 Anderson Blvd
Uxbridge, ON
L9P 0C7
905-642-1010 tel
905-642-1011 fax
jamie@fasteddieracewear.com
www.fasteddieracewear.com

June 7, 2012 – Stouffville, Ontario – Jason Hathaway, driver of the NCTS #3 Snap-on Tools/ Rockstar Energy Drink/ Vortex Brake Pads Dodge will be making an appearance this afternoon along with some of his fellow NASCAR drivers at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto.

The Hospital for Sick Children is one of the world’s leading edge hospitals specializing in pediatric care and is the country’s leading centre dedicated to advancing children’s health through the collaboration of patient care, research and education.

Hathaway will be bringing his #3 racing machine along with the 2012 Vortex Brake Pads Camaro Pace Car. The children and the parents at the hospital will be able to check out a NASCAR car up close and personal, hang out with the drivers and get an autograph and get their picture taken!

The Hospital for Sick Children is a hospital close to the heart of team owner Ed Hakonson.  As an infant Hakonson contracted Polio, which is a virus that affects the nerves governing the muscles in the limbs and the muscles necessary for breathing, causing respiratory difficulties and paralysis of the arms and legs.

“I spent a lot of my childhood at the HSC. I had 13 surgeries between the ages of 8 and 13 so that I could walk.  The doctors at Sick Kids are excellent and I was fortunate to have Dr. Robert Saulter, care for me during my time at the hospital.  I am forever grateful to him and all the doctors and staff at Sick Kids.  They really made a huge difference in my life and I’m honored that we could help some of the kids here today.”

Hathaway and his team will be at the hospital starting at 1pm visiting with those children and their families able to make it outside, but will also be taking time to go inside to brighten the day of those children that are not able to join them outside at the race car.

About the Hospital for Sick Children:  Founded in 1875 and affiliated with the University of Toronto, SickKids is one of Canada’s most research-intensive hospitals and has generated discoveries that have helped children globally. The Hospital’s mission is to provide the best in complex and specialized family-centred care; pioneer scientific and clinical advancements; share expertise; foster an academic environment that nurtures health-care professionals; and champion an accessible, comprehensive and sustainable child health system. SickKids is proud of its vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.™

For additional Information please contact:

Jamie Hakonson
Ed Hakonson Racing/Team 3 Red
905-642-1010
jamie@team3red.com

June 3, 2012-Mirabel, Quebec- Jason Hathaway in his #3 Snap-on Tools/Rockstar Energy Drink/Vortex Brake Pads Dodge had a great race going, running in the top 5, until he ran into electrical issues on his racing machine.

Heading to the 16 turn track at Circuit ICAR, the weather did not look promising for the weekend.  Saturday’s practice was limited due to heavy rains and qualifying scheduled for late Saturday afternoon was cancelled. Sunday’s starting field was set according to owner points from the 2011 NASCAR CTS season.  Hathaway lined up 7^th on the starting grid for Sunday afternoon’s race.

The rainy skies lifted and the sun began to break just before noon on Sunday.  The team hosted Rockstar trackside and there was tons of activity around the Team hauler and with Jason at the car during the autograph session.

By lap 2 of the 30 lap race Hathaway had worked his way to 5^th in the running order.  A restart on lap 5 positioned Hathaway in 3^rd and he was finding a steady rhythm.  Just before the half way point Hathaway radioed into his crew that something sounded amiss with his racing machine. He brought his car down pit road to the attention of his crew. They diagnosed the electrical problem and went to work. The crew finished up their job and sent Hathaway back out onto the track, but were a number of green flag laps down making the repairs.   Hathaway got back to up speed pretty quickly, but with limited laps left in the race he couldn’t make his way back up to the front where he had been running.  He finished 23^rd.

“This was a tough weekend for us.  The water played havoc with our electrical system and that is what bit us. The car was feeling really good and we were in line to run up front for sure this weekend. Our guys never gave up when I had to come in and they got me back out onto the track.  The road courses are tricky, but they are fun and the crowds are great!” said Hathaway after the race.

The next race on the schedule will take the Team to their first oval of the 2012 season, June 16^th at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park near Bowmanville, Ontario.

The Team will be making an appearance this Thursday at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, a hospital close to Team owner Ed Hakonson ’s heart, spending most of his childhood in that hospital. Jason and some of his crew will visit with the children and let them see a live race car up close.

Ed Hakonson Racing is proud to be partnered with Snap-on Tools, Rockstar Energy Drinks, Vortex Brake Pads, Napoleon Grills, Castrol, Fast Eddie Racewear, Choko Motorsports, Praxair and Cathcart Trucking and King Brewery.

About Snap-on Tools: Snap-on Tools is a leading global innovator, manufacturer and marketer of tools, diagnostics and equipment solutions for professional users. Product lines include hand and power tools, tool storage, diagnostics software, information and management systems, shop equipment and other solutions used by technicians and professionals at vehicle dealerships and repair centers in the marine, power sports and aviation industries.  Visit  www.snapon.com

About Rockstar Energy Drink: “ROCKSTAR is the world’s most powerful energy drink. Enhanced with the potent herbal blend of Guarana, Ginkgo, Ginseng and Milk Thistle, ROCKSTAR is formulated to provide an incredible energy boost for those who lead active and exhausting lifestyles – from athletes to rock stars!

About Vortex Brake Pads: Vortex Brake Pads is a proud Canadian company, manufacturing the highest quality aftermarket brake pads for all automotive segments. Vortex products are well researched, proven in on track and off track testing and are produced in a high quality manufacturing environment. For more information visit www.vortexbrakepads.com

For additional information please contact: Jamie Hakonson 905-642-1010 or jamie@team3red.com

Photo credit: Joe Hamilton

Jamie Hakonson
Fast Eddie Racewear
Velocity Marketing Group Inc.
Ed Hakonson Racing/ Team 3 Red
19 Anderson Blvd
Uxbridge, ON
L9P 0C7
905-642-1010 tel
905-642-1011  fax
jamie@fasteddieracewear.com
www.fasteddieracewear.com

May 25, 2012, – Uxbridge, Ontario – Jason Hathaway, NASCAR Canadian Tire Series driver of the #3 Snap-on Tools/Rockstar Energy Drink/Vortex Brake Pads Dodge has confirmed that he will be running in the inaugural 75 lap MRE Pro Series race sponsored by APC Auto Parts Centre this weekend at Sunset Speedway.

Hathaway will be behind the wheel of the #61 Vortex Brake Pads/ King Brewery Chevrolet owned by Bryan Watts Motorsports out of Uxbridge, Ontario.

Coming off of an impressive 6th place finish at the newly renovated Canadian Tire Motorsport Park last weekend in the Vortex Brake Pads 200, Hathaway is looking forward to Sunday’s event.

“We are really looking forward to having some fun this weekend at Sunset.” Said Hathaway. “We have the weekend off of our NCTS program and this is a great way to spend it. I love the chance to go back to my roots for a weekend and drive a late model. It should be a lot of fun! “

In addition to Vortex Brake Pads and King Brewery, sponsorship support riding on the #61 are Thornbury Cider, Fast Eddie Racewear and Rockstar Energy Drink.

The race will take place on Sunday afternoon at Sunset Speedway. For more information check out their website at www.sunsetspeedway.ca

May 20, 2012 – Bowmanville, Ontario – Jason Hathaway, in this #3 Snap on Tools/Rockstar Energy Drink/Vortex Brake Pads Dodge took to the renovated 2.5 mile road course at the newly named Canadian Tire Motorsports Park for the Vortex Brake Pads 200 this weekend. With the Teams’ primary sponsor on board as the title sponsor of the race, Hathaway and his E.H R. Team 3 Red machine came well prepared from the Team shop in Stouffville and were looking forward to a great race day.

The weekend brought with it some great racing weather with temperatures in the mid 20’s, unlike last season’s race when rain dampened the on track activities.  It was at this race in 2011 that Hathaway had a rear brake line sliced during the event and crashed hard into the corner 2 tire wall at high speed.  Hathaway suffered a broken wrist and thumb that hurt his driving abilities for most of the season.

“It was good to get back here and test during the off season. It helped to work through that 2nd corner and shake the car down.  We are looking forward to a great weekend, with Vortex Brake Pads here as the title sponsor and starting the 2012 race season off at a road course it should be exciting.” Said Hathaway when the team arrived to check out the renovated facility.

The car practiced well and Hathaway was comfortable with his car. Practice Saturday morning put Hathaway 7^th on the speed charts overall and landed him in the fast group of cars for the 30 minute qualifying session later that day.

Hathaway put in a great qualifying effort and recorded the team’s best qualifying effort amongst some of the country’s best road race talent, qualifying 6^th.

The 27 car field took the green flag Sunday afternoon and the action got started early.  Hathaway wrangled through the road course and was sitting in the 2^nd spot when caution came out on lap 18 of the 51 lap event.  Under the direction of Crew Chief Craig Masters and Car Chief Gary Mead, the E.H.R/T3R  pit crew went to work fuelling the car and doing an awesome 4 tire stop.  Hathaway headed back out onto the track in the 12^th spot, but had no problem making way back towards the front.  By lap 30, he was 9^th and by lap 38 had made some awesome passes through corners 5a and 5b to make his way into the 7^th spot.

Hathaway earned his 6^th place making a great move on road course veteran Robin Buck on lap 47 coming onto the front straight away.  Hathaway held onto the spot to cross the finish line with a great 6^th place finish.

“This was a great way to start the season off.” said Hathaway after climbing out of his car.  The facility looks great and the crowd was like nothing we have seen at this track before! We want to thank our sponsor Vortex Brake Pads for sponsoring the race today and it was great to see all of our customers and VIPS in the suite today! The fans got to see a great race and we are pretty excited about our 2012 season.”

Ed Hakonson Racing is proud to be partnered with Snap-on Tools, Rockstar Energy Drink, Vortex Brake Pads, Napoleon BBQs & Grills, Castrol, Fast Eddie Racewear, Choko Motorsports, Praxair and Cathcart Trucking.

For additional Information please contact:

Jamie Hakonson
Ed Hakonson Racing/Team 3 Red
905-642-1010
jamie@team3red.com

On May 14, 2012, Racetime Radio visited the Ed Hakonson Racing/Team3Red race shop. The broadcast featured driver Jason Hathaway, as well as Team Manager Jamie Hakonson and her father Ed Hakonson. As an added feature, crew chief Craig Masters called in to field some questions.

If you missed it, you can hear the broadcast by clicking on the following link: Listen Now