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Welcome Keri and Ian!

Welcome Keri and Ian Anderson to the Racer on Rails Team!

We’re excited to officially welcome Keri and Ian Anderson to the Racer on Rails crew!

If you’ve been around us at the track the last few seasons, you’ve probably already seen them in action — whether it’s wrenching in the paddock, reviewing data late into the night, or debating the finer points of shock tuning, telemetry, tire graining, and simulator setups. We’ve worked alongside Keri and Ian for years as part of our race weekend crew, and before that, we knew each other as friendly competitors and fellow motorsport nerds for over a decade.

Keri joins the team as Service Advisor, Race Car Engineer, and Project Manager, bringing her sharp technical insight and deep experience managing complex race programs from start to finish.

Ian joins as Race Car Technician, Fabricator, and Dyno Operator, where his hands-on expertise, mechanical creativity, and dedication to precision will help keep our cars fast, reliable, and ready to perform.

Together, they bring even more power to our mission: helping drivers reach their goals, create lasting memories, and leave every weekend with a huge smile.

If you’re curious about what it’s like to work with the Racer on Rails team — whether you’re prepping for your first track day, chasing a national championship, or just looking to take your driving to the next level — reach out and connect with us. We’d love to talk about how we can help you go faster, safer, and smarter.

Goals. Smiles. Memories.

That’s what it’s all about.

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Meet Jesse Hasson: New Shop Porter and Apprentice Race Car Technician

We’re thrilled to publicly welcome Jesse Hasson to our team as the new Shop Porter and Apprentice Race Technician. Jesse started back in September and has been getting up to speed and helping the Racer on Rails wheels continue to churn. Jesse’s journey into the world of racing and car mechanics is not just a career choice but a lifelong passion that has been nurtured from a young age.

Jesse’s love for cars and racing sparked early, growing up with a wrench in hand alongside his father. “From the day that I replaced the water pump in our family truck alongside my dad, I knew that working on cars was my lifelong passion and hobby,” Jesse shares. This early experience laid the foundation for his deep-rooted love for all things automotive.

Further honing his skills, Jesse attended Renton Technical College, where he immersed himself in the world of car mechanics. His time at Renton wasn’t just about learning; it was about embracing the complexity and beauty of what makes cars tick. Jesse’s education went beyond textbooks, delving into the practical, hands-on experience that is crucial in our field along with helping on side projects around the shop and working during the race weekends for a while before he officially joined.

But Jesse’s ambitions don’t stop at just fixing and maintaining cars. He dreams of being behind the wheel, competing on the race track. “It is also my lifelong dream to one day competitively drive race cars,” he says with determination. This dream adds an extra layer of enthusiasm and understanding to his role with us.

As our new Shop Porter and Apprentice Race Technician, Jesse brings not just technical skills, but a genuine passion and understanding of the racing world. His role is pivotal in helping the shop operate properly and to help us maintain the high standards of race cars that we manage, ensuring they are in top condition for every race and event.

We believe that Jesse’s passion for racing, combined with his budding technical knowledge, makes him an invaluable addition to our team. His journey is a testament to following one’s passions and turning them into a career. We can’t wait to see the contributions Jesse will make to our team.

Welcome to the team, Jesse! The race track just got a little more exciting with you on board.