Television Work and Suspension
In addition to his racing seat business, LaJoie was also a part-time co-host of The Driver's Seat with John Kernan on Sirius Satellite Radio's NASCAR channel 128. He also did television commentary for the ORP and Montreal Busch Series Races.
On June 22, 2010, LaJoie was suspended indefinitely from NASCAR for violating NASCAR's substance abuse policy while working as a crewman on the #18 Nationwide Series car. He smoked marijuana with some race fans following the Coca-Cola 600 in Charlotte and took full responsibility for his actions. On August 25, 2010, LaJoie was reinstated by NASCAR after a 2 month suspension due to drug use.
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