EREBUS CONFIRM DALE WOOD TO STEP DOWN FROM SUPERCARS

Dale Wood to step down from Erebus Supercars drive at the end of the year – Photo: Rhys Vandersyde

Erebus Motorsport have confirmed that Dale Wood will step down from his full time drive with the team at the conclusion of the 2017 season.

In a brief statement released by the team it was confirmed that Wood had to step away from a full time roll at the end of the 2017 Supercars Championship.

“Dale has been a great contribution towards our progress this year and we appreciate his efforts,” said Barry Ryan, General Manager of Erebus Motorsport.

“With two rounds remaining, we will continue working together to achieve the best possible results for Dale and the team.

“We wish him all the best for the future.”

Erebus are expected to announce Dale Wood’s replacement next week – Photo: Rhys Vandersyde

Wood, the 2013 Dunlop Series Champion (now know as Super2), previous completed seasons at Brad Jones Racing and Nissan Motorsport before joining Erebus this year.

Erebus Motorsport also confirmed they will make an announcement on who will replace Wood in the No. 99 Commodore next week, with Anton De Pasquale the favourite to claim that seat after successful rookie tests with the team earlier in the year.

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