Jason McKnight, AKA The Viking

Driver Bio

Jason McKnight, <i> AKA  The Viking</i>

Home town: Barrie, ON

Birthdate: 32

Family: Wife, Kari

Car info: 2009 Chevy Impala. 526 BAE Hemi-PSI Screw Blower, Class A/FC

Primary sponsor: Lucas Oil Products (Canada) Co., Reyco Environmental Inc. & Direct Waste Systems Inc.

Secondary sponsor: NGK Spark Plugs


Career Highlights


Years Racing: 12 years

Accomplishments:

  • Jason is a graduate of high-performance mechanics
  • He won the 2008 Best Appearing Crew Award at the IHRA race in martin, MI
  • Running a 5.73, which is 243.72 MPH Carrier Best, considering he only competed in the last 3 races.

    Most Memorable Racing Moment:
    Driving in the IHRA World Finals at Rockingham, NC in October 2008.

    2008 Season's Rear-View Mirror Reflection:
    Out of 27 teams, they placed 12th in points while competing in only 4 events.

    2009 Outlook:
    The team is looking to come out strong and be very aggressive towards winning the championship.

    Comments:
    As a graduate of high-performance mechanics, my dream was to be part of a race team, and a driver. Thanks to team owner Spiro Kontos, my dream has finally come true, and I cannot express enough my gratitude for this amazing opportunity and life-long achievement.

    Series: A/FC

    Website: www.DragRaceCanada.com

    Occupation: Engine Fabricator

    Owner: Spiro Kontos

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