April 19, 2004
MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO – Jonak Brothers Racing has announced the sponsorship package for Mississauga driver Travis Walker in the Honda Michelin series for 2004. The partners in the program include Oakville Honda, which was Walker’s dealer of choice. “I immediately hit it off with General Manager Alan Manessy,” Walker said. “As a one time racer himself, he knows how difficult it is to put together a package like this. He was a big help, and I really want to do well for Oakville Honda this year.”

Also signing on as sponsor is Ace Auto Collision, who are happy to support the area racer. Signs Alive will be doing the decal work on the Honda Civic that Walker will drive and Loft Transportation has also added their support to the growing list of sponsors.

“Everything has fallen into place so far,” Walker said. “Now it is just a question of getting the car ready and waiting for the first test day.”

Manessy, for his part is happy to be a sponsor of a local up and coming star. “Our goal here at Oakville Honda is to have life long relationships with our clients, which are built on outstanding products and service. We think Travis will be a major part of demonstrating that this year with his efforts in the Honda Michelin series.”

Travis Walker Fast Facts;

Travis Walker is a 17-year-old karter from Mississauga, Ontario. He is a two time Canadian Grand National Champion – Junior Heavy and Junior Medium – in 2002. In addition, Walker claimed the Simcoe Kart Club 2002 Junior Heavy Championship in 2002. Other career highlights include two-second place championship finishes in Junior Heavy at the Simcoe Kart Club and Mosport Kart Club in 2001.

2003 was the first year of Senior competition for Walker, he competed in the potent ICC six-speed shifter karts in both the Sunoco Ron Fellows Karting Championship presented by Toronto Star Wheels and the CART Stars of Tomorrow series. Walker also enjoys playing guitar and snowboarding.

Walker is supported by Oakville Honda (www.oakvillehonda.com), Ace Auto Collision (905-339-2753), Signs Alive – Your one stop sign and graphic partner – (905-844-1018) and Loft Transportation Logistics Company (905-265-1221).

For more information on Travis Walker, contact
Russ Bond at [email protected]