Teddy Hodgdon is partnering with Jim’s Welding Service to launch a new team to chase the Monaco Modified Tri-Track Series championship in 2027. Announced Monday, Hodgdon will drive the Jim’s Welding Service No. 56 in the popular Modified division for the new campaign. The paint scheme and colors of the car are from Jim’s Welding Service owner Jim Beckman’s NHRA Division One drag team.
The Monaco Modified Tri-Track Series schedule is yet to be announced. The team may also elect to run additional Tour-Type Modified events, but they will for sure commit to racing for the Monaco Modified championship.
“Jim has been a fantastic partner with our team over the years and we are proud to take the next step with him to chase trophies in 2027,” Hodgdon said. “I can’t thank everyone involved in putting this together enough. We are excited to go out there and try to pick right up where we left off at the end of the 2026 season, carrying our momentum. Even though it’s a new team, we feel we are poised for a strong year.”
Jim is no stranger to racing. Growing up at the Danbury Race Arena, Beckman has been involved in motorsports at some level for many years. He has competed behind the wheel in a Street Stock in Connecticut, along with other divisions, such as drag racing. His drag racing team has been very successful, winning a national event and more. Beckman has been involved in motorsports as a driver, car owner and partner with many in the industry.
He first became familiar with Teddy and the Hodgdon family when Teddy was competing in Wild Thing Karts at Stafford Motor Speedway. Since then, he’s followed Teddy’s progression through the ranks, and is ready to tackle this new venture with a new car to the team and trailer. He thanks his wife and family for their support.
“Teddy is just such a smooth, smart driver,” Beckman said. “He’s always showing that he is thinking ahead, preparing for his next move. He works really hard. Teddy and his family are awesome people. The opportunity to put this deal together came about and I could not be more excited. The sky is the limit for us.”
Jim’s Welding Service is located in Danbury, Connecticut. Quality fabrication since 1981, Jim’s Welding Service is a job shop that has all different types of services. Jim’s helps local municipalities with repairs on snowplows, sanders and more. They also offer additional services.