#21 Dodge driver Jason White leading the pack at Mosport last year. Photo: Gary Grant www.thegarageblog.com

Once again this season White will be competing in the #21 Dodge and is eager to return  to racing action in the NASCAR Canadian Tire Series, especially since the series will open competition for 2012 at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park (formerly Mosport) where White achieved his best career finish in the series last year.  “That race last year was a real boost for us” said White.  “We’d already had a couple of top-ten finishes and then to run sixth on that tough road course really gave our whole team momentum” he added.

It’s been a very busy off season for Jason White and the #21 Dodge team and a number of changes have taken place.  This year the entire racing operation will come out of the DJK Racing shop under the direction of DJ Kennington.  “We had Doug Kennington horsepower last year and it just made economic sense for DJ to look after the whole project” stated White.

Crew Chief on the #21 Dodge will be NCATS veteran Brian Ellas.  “I’ve gotten to know Brian over the last couple of seasons, he’s worked with championship winning teams in this series and he knows what it takes to get us to that level.  I’m really excited to have him on board” said White.

Jason White has competed in 54 NCATS events and is beginning his fifth full time season of competition in the NASCAR Canadian Tire Series.  A significant accomplishment in itself, but White also runs a very successful excavating business in Sun Peaks, BC and has an active family.  “It’s not always easy being based in BC, but we have found a way to make it work with our partners” said White.  “It shows the kind of dedication our whole group has in what we’re doing” he added.

At first glance race fans will notice an immediate difference in the driver for 2012.  White has undertaken an intense off season conditioning program and the results are showing.  “I’ve dropped nearly 40 pounds” said the driver.  “My physical fitness has never been better and I know it’s going to make a difference during season to stay fresh and maintain focus in the car.

One of the most skilled series participants in Social Media, Jason White has been keeping fans up to date with his off season fitness program through his website, Facebook page and twitter account.  “The fans have been really supportive” said an enthusiastic White.  “I’ve been getting lots of encouragement to keep at it”.

There will also be a new look to the #21 Dodge this coming season.  “Our agreement with A & W Canada has changed from previous years” explained White.  “They’ll still be part of the program however they chose to scale back and we’re making arrangements for other partners to join us and still have some opportunities.  We’ll hopefully be making further announcements shortly” he added.

Jason White and the #21 Dodge team will compete in the entire 2012 NCATS schedule that will take the team from coast to coast in Canada for the 12 events.  For the latest off season news about Jason White and the #21 Dodge team check out the team website at www.jasonwhiteracing.com and be sure to follow Jason on twitter for the latest updates @racinjasonwhite  You can get more information about the NCATS series at www.hometracks.nascar.com

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Photo: Jason White in the #21 A & W Dodge

White made the changes to focus on his on track performance while allowing Lynch to lead the team as Crew Chief.  And with the addition of more powerful motors White felt they would be a stronger team in 2011.  “By defining roles and allowing me to concentrate on the driving I knew we’d be better and the results were there right away” said White.

In the second race of the season White scored a top ten finish at the new Circuit ICAR in the #21 A & W Dodge and backed it up with another top ten at Delaware Speedway.  “For us to get our first top ten at a new circuit was great” said the driver.  “And then to back it up at Delaware, a track I’ve never finished higher than fifteenth at was a good sign early on” he added.

At the very challenging Mosport International Raceway road course White would score his best career finish with a spectacular sixth place result in the #21 A & W Dodge.  “I couldn’t believe it” said White.  “The car was running great, we’d come together really well as a team and it was really satisfying to get that kind of finish on this track” he concluded.

In the middle of the season the #21 A & W Dodge team would some struggles.  Mechanical difficulties and some tough racing luck wouldn’t allow Jason to claim the finishes they were capable of.  “After the western swing where we had some tough races Derek really stepped up” explained White.  “He told me that he needed more feedback about the car so that he could make changes to improve it and unless that happened we were going to struggle” he stated.

At round eight of the 2011 series the #21 A & W Dodge team was back on their game under the toughest possible conditions.  At the Grand Prix of Trois Rivieres for the first time ever a series race took the green flag in the rain.  White used all of his skills to navigate through the extreme conditions and other competitors to score another top ten result.

The #21 A & W Dodge driver would receive a jolt of reality at round number ten in Barrie.  White was clipped by another driver and crashed hard into the wall.  “That was a big hit” said White.  “I found out after the other driver had a mechanical failure and just sent me into the wall.  A hard hit but I was okay”

Once again the #21 A & W Dodge team would have to dig deep to bounce back.  Forced into a back-up car for the final race of the year White would again show his mettle and drive to a top ten finishing position, a strong effort to close out the season.

The result was a season of firsts for Jason White and the #21 A & W Dodge team.  Five top ten finishes in a year, a sixth place result at Mosport for his best career finish in the series and an eighth place finish in the overall championship standings.  “We definitely met all of our goals for the season” said White.  “Now we have even higher goals for 2012.  We know there were a few races where we can improve and better” he added.

Though the season has been over for only a month White is already anxious to get moving on next year.  “I’m still so pumped up from our year and how this partnership came together I can’t wait to get going” said an enthusiastic White.  “We have such a great partnership with A & W Canada, I’m proud to represent them and help promote Cruising for a Cause and I’m really excited about the future” he stated.

It was recently announced Jason White was voted the Most Popular Driver in the NASCAR Canadian Tire Series.  White will be in Charlotte, NC to accept the award at the Night of Champions Awards Gala on Saturday evening.

For the latest off season news about Jason White and the #21 A & W team, check out the all new team website at www.jasonwhiteracing.com and be sure to follow Jason on twitter for the latest updates @racinjasonwhite  The 2012 NASCAR Canadian Tire Series schedule is expected to be announced shortly.  Get more information about the series at www.hometracks.nascar.com

A&W Food Services of Canada Inc., is Canada’s original hamburger quick service restaurant chain, and today is one of its fastest growing. The first A&W drive-in restaurant in Canada opened on Portage Avenue in Winnipeg in 1956. The combination of great tasting burgers, onion rings and frosted mugs of famous A&W Root Beer served by friendly carhops was an instant hit. Since then, A&W has continued to grow and evolve with the times, expanding into over 700 locations from Vancouver Island to Newfoundland. At the heart of that growth is the fact that, while so much of our world has changed, the simple things that made A&W so popular in its early days are the same today. We still serve A&W Root Beer in frosted mugs. Our onion rings are made fresh from whole onions every day. With a rich history behind us, we look forward to an even more exciting future ahead of us. A&W is expanding all across Canada, with particular emphasis on Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic.

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#21 A & W Dodge driver Jason White signing autographs for fans Photo: Mathew Murnaghan/NASCAR

All summer race fans were encouraged to vote for their favourite driver in the NASCAR Canadian Tire Series by logging onto the NASCAR Home Tracks website.  Following the tabulation of the votes NASCAR informed the winners by tweeting congratulations to all of the Regional Series winners including Jason White, Most Popular Driver in the NASCAR Canadian Tire Series.

This recognition is very special for Jason White and his #21 A & W Dodge team.  “This is such an honour for me” said White.  “To have thousands of race fans take the time to cast their votes for me means a lot.  Without all the race fans from coast to coast we wouldn’t be able to do this” added White.

This past year White went out of his way to get closer and more involved with the Canadian race fans.  “I always try to spend as much time with people at the race track and sponsor appearances as I can” explained White.  “We made a real concerted effort this season to keep them updated on everything happening with the #21 A & W Dodge team through social media as well and we got some very positive feedback that the fans appreciated that” he stated.

Jason White will be presented with the Most Popular Driver Award for the 2011 NASCAR Canadian Tire Series as the NASCAR Night of Champions Touring Awards Gala taking place at the NASCAR Hall of Fame in Charlotte on Saturday, December 10.  “I’ll be very proud to be representing all the Canadian race fans that weekend in Charlotte and show how much enthusiasm there is for racing in Canada.

Race fans will be able to watch the Night of Champions Touring Awards gala as the event is streamed live on the NASCAR Home Tracks website.

For the latest off season news about Jason White and the #21 A & W team, check out the all new team website at www.jasonwhiteracing.com and be sure to follow Jason on twitter for the latest updates @racinjasonwhite  The 2012 NASCAR Canadian Tire Series schedule is expected to be announced shortly.  Get more information about the series at www.hometracks.nascar.com

A&W Food Services of Canada Inc., is Canada’s original hamburger quick service restaurant chain, and today is one of its fastest growing. The first A&W drive-in restaurant in Canada opened on Portage Avenue in Winnipeg in 1956. The combination of great tasting burgers, onion rings and frosted mugs of famous A&W Root Beer served by friendly carhops was an instant hit. Since then, A&W has continued to grow and evolve with the times, expanding into over 700 locations from Vancouver Island to Newfoundland. At the heart of that growth is the fact that, while so much of our world has changed, the simple things that made A&W so popular in its early days are the same today. We still serve A&W Root Beer in frosted mugs. Our onion rings are made fresh from whole onions every day. With a rich history behind us, we look forward to an even more exciting future ahead of us. A&W is expanding all across Canada, with particular emphasis on Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic.

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Jason White in the #21 A & W Dodge at Kawartha Speedway Photo: Todd Lewis

As the manager for Kawartha Speedway, White’s Crew Chief Derek Lynch has the advantage of knowing the subtleties of the track and that helped in the set up of the #21 A & W Dodge.  “All through practice the car was really consistent” said White.  “I felt very confident heading into the race with the way the car was feeling” he added.

White began the 250 lap race from the 16th position and began making his way forward in the #21 A & W Dodge.  “The car just came alive in the race” said White.  “It was handling really well and I started to gain a few spots” he added.

As the race progressed the #21 A & W Dodge team continued to run strong.  “We made our pit stops for tires and fuel and had a little help that the caution flags flew at the right times, but we were on the lead lap for the whole race and at the end the car was a real contender” said an enthusiastic White.

With several caution periods over the final 50 laps the field was tightly bunch and White wanted to ensure that he secured a solid finish for the #21 A & W Dodge.  “We were running eighth and I was thinking there at the end with a green, white, checkered finish we might be able to push for another spot or two” explained White.  “But I just made sure to keep the car together and take the good finish” he added.

The #21 A & W Dodge would take the checkered flag with an eighth place finish, his fifth top ten finish of the season.  “What a finish” enthused White afterwards.  “After the last couple of weeks we really needed that one.  And with it we secured eighth in the championship” said White.

With the end of the season White reflected on the year overall.  “We accomplished our goals this year” said the #21 A & W Dodge driver.  “We were competitive at every event and we finished the year in the top ten in the championship.  This new partnership with Derek Lynch and the Kawartha Group, working with Doug Kennington horsepower and once again having such tremendous support from A & W Canada.  We really grew as a team and I’m excited about 2012” he added.

Race fans will have even more opportunities to follow Jason White and the #21 A & W Dodge Challenger team this season. Check out the all new team website atwww.jasonwhiteracing.com and be sure to follow Jason on twitter for the latest updates @racinjasonwhite The 2011 NASCAR Canadian Tire Series will consist of twelve events from coast to coast in Canada.

A&W Food Services of Canada Inc., is Canada’s original hamburger quick service restaurant chain, and today is one of its fastest growing. The first A&W drive-in restaurant in Canada opened on Portage Avenue in Winnipeg in 1956. The combination of great tasting burgers, onion rings and frosted mugs of famous A&W Root Beer served by friendly carhops was an instant hit. Since then, A&W has continued to grow and evolve with the times, expanding into over 700 locations from Vancouver Island to Newfoundland. At the heart of that growth is the fact that, while so much of our world has changed, the simple things that made A&W so popular in its early days are the same today. We still serve A&W Root Beer in frosted mugs. Our onion rings are made fresh from whole onions every day. With a rich history behind us, we look forward to an even more exciting future ahead of us. A&W is expanding all across Canada, with particular emphasis on Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic.

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Jason White getting ready to qualify the #21 A & W Dodge at Riverside International Speedway. Photo: Todd Lewis

Forced to a backup car after a hard crash destroyed their primary race car a week ago, the #21 A & W Dodge team worked hard during the afternoon practice session. “The car felt a little different and I think part of it was me getting used to it as well” said White.

The #21 A & W Dodge team continued to work hard and White claimed the inside row seven starting spot for the 300 lap feature event. “We haven’t had a lot of success at this track in the past but I love racing here” said White. “I felt good heading into the race” he added.

White positive outlook would change with a strange happening. “We broke all the studs on the right front tire” said White. “It’s just how things have been for us on some of the ovals this year” he stated.

Despite losing the right front tire White would coax the #21 A & W Dodge to pit lane and the attention of the team. “The Drive Thru Crew got a new tire on and checked for other damage” said the driver. “When I got back out there the car wasn’t too bad” he said.

Regrettably White’s difficulties in the #21 A & W Dodge were not over. He would again come to pit road with an ill handling race car. The team determined that the suspension in the rear of the car was damaged and despite their efforts they were unable to continue. “It was another tough day but we’re going to put it behind us and everyone is determined to head to Kawartha Speedway next week and finish the season with a strong run” said White.

Even with his difficulties in round eleven, Jason White sits eighth in the overall championship standings.

Jason White and the #21 A & W Dodge team are back in action on Saturday September 24 at Kawartha Speedway in Fraserville, ON.

Race fans will have even more opportunities to follow Jason White and the #21 A & W Dodge Challenger team this season. Check out the all new team website atwww.jasonwhiteracing.com and be sure to follow Jason on twitter for the latest updates @racinjasonwhite The 2011 NASCAR Canadian Tire Series will consist of twelve events from coast to coast in Canada.

A&W Food Services of Canada Inc., is Canada’s original hamburger quick service restaurant chain, and today is one of its fastest growing. The first A&W drive-in restaurant in Canada opened on Portage Avenue in Winnipeg in 1956. The combination of great tasting burgers, onion rings and frosted mugs of famous A&W Root Beer served by friendly carhops was an instant hit. Since then, A&W has continued to grow and evolve with the times, expanding into over 700 locations from Vancouver Island to Newfoundland. At the heart of that growth is the fact that, while so much of our world has changed, the simple things that made A&W so popular in its early days are the same today. We still serve A&W Root Beer in frosted mugs. Our onion rings are made fresh from whole onions every day. With a rich history behind us, we look forward to an even more exciting future ahead of us. A&W is expanding all across Canada, with particular emphasis on Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic.

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Jason White climbs out of the A&W Dodge Challenger after a hard hit at Barrie Speedway. Photo: Gary Grant www.thegarageblog.com

In three previous visits to Barrie the #21 A & W Dodge team hasn’t achieved the desired results.  During practice and then in qualifying White was confident their luck was changing.  “As usual my Crew Chief Derek Lynch and his crew prepared the car really well and I felt really good heading into the race” said White.

Knowing 300 grueling laps lay ahead White knew patience and a solid race strategy would be key.  “I was really fortunate to have Dan McHattie spotting for me today” said White.  “He was stressing what to expect right from the start of practice and it was playing out exactly as he said it would” he added.

As expected on the tight one third mile oval there was plenty of action between drivers.  “I was just being cautious in the first half of the race and saving the #21 A & W Dodge for the second half of the race” explained White.

Past the halfway point White had stopped for scheduled service and the focus on the end result began.  “The car was really coming to us” said White.  “I feel we had a car capable of a top five finish for sure and the race was coming to us exactly the way Dan explained earlier” he added.

A shocking twist of fate would occur on a restart just past lap 200.  The #60 car would turn inexplicably in front of the #21 A & W Dodge that was on the inside sending White on a wild sliding across the track and crashing hard into the outside wall.  “Apparently the #60 broke an axle and the car the just turned in front of me” said a disappointed White.  “It’s so frustrating because everyone worked so hard and the race was playing out the way we expected and we were in line for a great finish” he added.

Despite the disappointing end to the night Jason White remains in eighth spot in the overall championship standings.  “That was the hardest hit I’ve ever had” said White “but at least we didn’t take too bad a hit in the points”.

Jason White and the #21 A & W Dodge team are back in action on Saturday September 17^th at Riverside Speedway in Antigonish, Nova Scotia.

Race fans will have even more opportunities to follow Jason White and the #21 A & W Dodge Challenger team this season. Check out the all new team website atwww.jasonwhiteracing.com and be sure to follow Jason on twitter for the latest updates @racinjasonwhite The 2011 NASCAR Canadian Tire Series will consist of twelve events from coast to coast in Canada.

A&W Food Services of Canada Inc., is Canada’s original hamburger quick service restaurant chain, and today is one of its fastest growing. The first A&W drive-in restaurant in Canada opened on Portage Avenue in Winnipeg in 1956. The combination of great tasting burgers, onion rings and frosted mugs of famous A&W Root Beer served by friendly carhops was an instant hit. Since then, A&W has continued to grow and evolve with the times, expanding into over 700 locations from Vancouver Island to Newfoundland. At the heart of that growth is the fact that, while so much of our world has changed, the simple things that made A&W so popular in its early days are the same today. We still serve A&W Root Beer in frosted mugs. Our onion rings are made fresh from whole onions every day. With a rich history behind us, we look forward to an even more exciting future ahead of us. A&W is expanding all across Canada, with particular emphasis on Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic.

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Jason White in the A & W Dodge Challenger on course at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve. Photo: Joe Hamilton

For the second race in a row rain showers would mar the on track action. “Right before the practice session we had some showers” said White. “I did get some laps in the #21 A & W Dodge but knowing the weekend would be dry we didn’t run for very long” he explained.

The #21 A & W Dodge team used their knowledge gained from excellent previous road course results this season and set the car up for qualifying. “The car was pretty good during qualifying, just a little bit tight” said the driver. “But overall the car was really strong” he added.

White began the 100km feature race from the eighteenth position and almost immediately started moving forward. “The A & W Drive Thru Crew made some changes and fixed the tight problem and the car felt great” stated White.

Continuing to move forward White had positioned the car to achieve their goal of another top ten finish when outside factors would intervene. “It looked like there was some contact with DJ Kennington and another car” said White. “It happened right in front of me and I had to some quick maneuvering to keep from getting collected. There was no contact but I lost a number of positions” he added.

With the laps winding down White began to push the #21 A & W Dodge to regain as many spots as possible and would cross the finish line in fifteenth.”There was no damage to the car so I just hustled to get back what I could” said White. “We were all set up for another top ten finish but unfortunately got caught up in that problem” he concluded.

With the result Jason White remains eighth in the overall championship standings.

Jason White and the #21 A & W Dodge team are back in action on Saturday September 10th at Barrie Speedway. Fans are also reminded of the Cruising for a Cause day August 25th when a dollar from every Teen Burger sold will be donated to MS Research.

Race fans will have even more opportunities to follow Jason White and the #21 A & W Dodge Challenger team this season. Check out the all new team website at www.jasonwhiteracing.com and be sure to follow Jason on twitter for the latest updates @racinjasonwhite The 2011 NASCAR Canadian Tire Series will consist of twelve events from coast to coast in Canada.

A&W Food Services of Canada Inc., is Canada’s original hamburger quick service restaurant chain, and today is one of its fastest growing. The first A&W drive-in restaurant in Canada opened on Portage Avenue in Winnipeg in 1956. The combination of great tasting burgers, onion rings and frosted mugs of famous A&W Root Beer served by friendly carhops was an instant hit. Since then, A&W has continued to grow and evolve with the times, expanding into over 700 locations from Vancouver Island to Newfoundland. At the heart of that growth is the fact that, while so much of our world has changed, the simple things that made A&W so popular in its early days are the same today. We still serve A&W Root Beer in frosted mugs. Our onion rings are made fresh from whole onions every day. With a rich history behind us, we look forward to an even more exciting future ahead of us. A&W is expanding all across Canada, with particular emphasis on Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic.

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Jason White in the A & W Dodge Challenger at the Grand Prix of Trois Rivieres. Photo: Joe Hamilton-Inside Track Motorsport News

Practice and qualifying took place under sunny and perfect conditions and White improved his performance in the #21 A & W Dodge throughout the Saturday sessions.  “We thought about making some changes to the gear in the car, but instead I adjusted my driving style a little bit” said White.  “It really paid off for us” he added.

The skies opened Sunday afternoon shortly before the feature and NASCAR officials declared a wet race which meant for the first time ever teams would start a race in the rain.  “My plan was just to take it very easy and carefully” explained White.  “I knew that if we could avoid the trouble that would occur and make it to the finish we would have a good result” he added.

White began the race in fourteenth position and the slipping and sliding on the track allowed him the opportunity to quickly move the #21 A & W Dodge into the top ten.  “I really learned a lot about road racing today.  I learned to get off the brakes early, let the car roll through the corners and it was really working for me” said the driver.  “It’s easy to get pretty anxious and excited about gaining a position so I made sure that I could make a pass before attempting it” said White.

When the final caution period set up a green, white, checkered flag finish White knew it would be a fight to the finish.  “It was everybody’s last chance to gain position so I had to be smart about those final two laps” said the driver.

White smartly avoid any last minute trouble and claimed his second sixth place finish of the season, both on road courses.  “I was a little surprised we had a lot of green flag racing today” said White.  “But I think it shows how good these teams are to be able to race in these very difficult conditions and not have a lot of torn up race cars.  I’m really happy with how well the entire #21 A & W Dodge team performed this weekend, I can’t wait to get back in action at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve” said White.

With his fourth top ten result of the season Jason White sits eighth in the overall championship standings.

Jason White and the #21 A & W Dodge will return to Quebec for their next event August 19-20 at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in Montreal as part of the Nationwide weekend.

Race fans will have even more opportunities to follow Jason White and the #21 A & W Dodge Challenger team this season.  Check out the all new team website at www.jasonwhiteracing.com and be sure to follow Jason on twitter for the latest updates @racinjasonwhite  The 2011 NASCAR Canadian Tire Series will consist of twelve events from coast to coast in Canada.

A&W Food Services of Canada Inc., is Canada’s original hamburger quick service restaurant chain, and today is one of its fastest growing. The first A&W drive-in restaurant in Canada opened on Portage Avenue in Winnipeg in 1956. The combination of great tasting burgers, onion rings and frosted mugs of famous A&W Root Beer served by friendly carhops was an instant hit. Since then, A&W has continued to grow and evolve with the times, expanding into over 700 locations from Vancouver Island to Newfoundland. At the heart of that growth is the fact that, while so much of our world has changed, the simple things that made A&W so popular in its early days are the same today. We still serve A&W Root Beer in frosted mugs. Our onion rings are made fresh from whole onions every day. With a rich history behind us, we look forward to an even more exciting future ahead of us. A&W is expanding all across Canada, with particular emphasis on Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic.

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Jason White in the A & W Dodge Challenger during practice at Auto Clearing Motor Speedway. Photo: Todd Lewis

During practice the #21 A & W Dodge ran very well with White only having one minor issue.  “The car was just a bit tight off corner two but other than that felt really good” said White.

With a strong #21 A & W Dodge race car underneath him White would run his best qualifying lap of the season and start the 250 feature event in eighth spot.  “What a great lap” said an enthusiastic White.  “Dave Lynch told me to come out of corner four and get closer to the wall.  I did and it really paid off with that lap” he added.

As the race began White continued his solid day.  “The #21 A & W Dodge was running really well, I could go high or low on the track and the car felt great” he explained.  “I settled in to run a good consistent pace in the early going and be ready for the end of the race.

However fortunes for the #21 A & W Dodge team changed dramatically.  During a caution period White noticed the engine did not sound right and he had lost oil pressure.  “I told the crew on the radio and we hoped it was just a glitch but unfortunately it wasn’t” he stated.

Jason was forced to bring the #21 A & W Dodge to pit road and went several laps down while the team diagnosed the problem.  “It was some sort of electrical issue” explained the driver.  With the car still able to run I went back out and ran laps to try and pick up championship points, but it’s pretty disappointing knowing we had such a good car and a little like this got us” he stated.

Jason White and the #21 A & W Dodge will return to action the weekend of August 5-7 at the Grand Prix of Trois Rivieres in Trois Rivieres, Quebec.

Race fans will have even more opportunities to follow Jason White and the #21 A & W Dodge Challenger team this season.  Check out the all new team website at www.jasonwhiteracing.com and be sure to follow Jason on twitter for the latest updates @racinjasonwhite  The 2011 NASCAR Canadian Tire Series will consist of twelve events from coast to coast in Canada.

A&W Food Services of Canada Inc., is Canada’s original hamburger quick service restaurant chain, and today is one of its fastest growing. The first A&W drive-in restaurant in Canada opened on Portage Avenue in Winnipeg in 1956. The combination of great tasting burgers, onion rings and frosted mugs of famous A&W Root Beer served by friendly carhops was an instant hit. Since then, A&W has continued to grow and evolve with the times, expanding into over 700 locations from Vancouver Island to Newfoundland. At the heart of that growth is the fact that, while so much of our world has changed, the simple things that made A&W so popular in its early days are the same today. We still serve A&W Root Beer in frosted mugs. Our onion rings are made fresh from whole onions every day. With a rich history behind us, we look forward to an even more exciting future ahead of us. A&W is expanding all across Canada, with particular emphasis on Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic.

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Jason White in the A & W Dodge Challenger during practice at Motoplex Speedway. Photo: Todd Lewis

The day went well early on as White only needed to run a few practice laps in the #21 A & W Dodge Challenger.  “The car felt great and I knew we had a long race ahead so I didn’t want to run too much” said White.  Jason’s feelings were confirmed as he posted a ninth quickest qualifying time.

Following several days of sponsor events, media appearances and autograph signings it was time to race and White was anxious to show what his hometown team could do.  Unfortunately for him some racing misfortune would hamper his night at the start of the 300 lap event.  The race barely underway, the #21 A & W Dodge Challenger was collected in an incident putting them at the back of the pack.  “We didn’t panic, I knew it was early and I just got going and we didn’t lose a lap, our job just got a little bit more difficult” explained White.

As the race progressed the job for the #21 A & W Dodge Challenger team got even more complex.  As White was regaining positions lost from the early tangle he felt the handling of the car going amiss.  “I knew something was wrong and we had a tire going down” said White.  “The tough part was we had a bunch of cautions earlier but we had to make a green flag stop to change the tire and that really set us back” he added.

Still motivated after all the adversity they faced, Jason again began his fight back in the #21 A & W Dodge Challenger.  “Nothing had changed with the car, we simply had some back circumstances we were able to race hard and began making up ground” said the driver.

White continued to push the #21 A & W Dodge Challenger and later in the race his luck changed and he was rewarded for his efforts.  “We ended up a few laps down but we continued to race hard and put ourselves in position to always be the recipient of the free pass when the cautions came out and near the end of the race we got back on the lead lap” he explained.

In the closing laps White continued to battle and as the checkered flag waved the #21 A & W Dodge Challenger claimed an eleventh place finish.  “We just missed out on another top ten” said White.  “I can’t say enough about how hard this team worked tonight.  Of course this is an important race with A & W as the title sponsor and we wanted to show how determined this team is to succeed”.

OF NOTE:  Jason’s brother Jimmy White also had a good evening.  Jimmy managed to avoid numerous incidents during the race and had a solid tenth place finish.  Sarah Cornett-Ching also ran very well and was on her way to an excellent finish until a mechanical failure ended her night prematurely, she would claim a fourteenth place result.  “I’m really proud of both of them” said Jason White.  “Sarah did an amazing job in her first NASCAR Canadian Tire Series race driving the #25 A & W Cuisin’ for a cause machine.  We got some great publicity for the event August 25^th where a dollar from each Teen Burger sold goes to the MS Society.  And I knew Jim would have a good night, if we’d had a few more laps though I’m pretty sure I would have been able to pass him” joked Jason.

Race fans will have even more opportunities to follow Jason White and the #21 A & W Dodge Challenger team this season.  Check out the all new team website at www.jasonwhiteracing.com and be sure to follow Jason on twitter for the latest updates @racinjasonwhite  The 2011 NASCAR Canadian Tire Series will consist of twelve events from coast to coast in Canada.

A&W Food Services of Canada Inc., is Canada’s original hamburger quick service restaurant chain, and today is one of its fastest growing. The first A&W drive-in restaurant in Canada opened on Portage Avenue in Winnipeg in 1956. The combination of great tasting burgers, onion rings and frosted mugs of famous A&W Root Beer served by friendly carhops was an instant hit. Since then, A&W has continued to grow and evolve with the times, expanding into over 700 locations from Vancouver Island to Newfoundland. At the heart of that growth is the fact that, while so much of our world has changed, the simple things that made A&W so popular in its early days are the same today. We still serve A&W Root Beer in frosted mugs. Our onion rings are made fresh from whole onions every day. With a rich history behind us, we look forward to an even more exciting future ahead of us. A&W is expanding all across Canada, with particular emphasis on Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic.

Prepared by Todd Lewis & TL Sports & Entertainment, todd@tlsportsent.com (239) 961-2618