COVERS COME OFF 2021 RED BULL SUPERCAR
By Bruce Williams
Date posted: 29 January 2021
Covers come off 2021 Red Bull Supercar – Image: Supplied
Red Bull Ampol Racing have revealed their new look for the 2021 Supercars Championship.
By RHYS VANDERSYDE
As previously reported by Auto Action, Ampol (formerly Caltex) will replace Holden as co-naming rights on the #88 and #97 Holden Commodores to be raced by Jamie Whincup and Shane Van Gisbergen.
The new look also showcases backing from SuperCheap Auto as well as a Daimler Trucks, Harvey Norman and ToolPro who all join the team in 2021.
“It’s great to have Ampol deepen their commitment to the team to become co-naming rights partner for season 2021 and beyond.” said Whincup at the unveiling.
“They’re an iconic Australian fuel and convenience company that are driven by high-performance, which aligns to our team values. We’re proud to partner with them as they revitalise the Ampol brand.”
“I think the car looks fantastic too. It’s pretty out there and there’s quite a bit going on, but we’re not trying to be the quiet achievers and I think the car suits our style.”
Triple Eight co-driver Craig Lowndes stood in for Van Gisbergen who was unable to be at the launch due to a late change in the Australian and New Zealand travel bubble.
“Ampol is focused on delivering world-class fuels that support better journeys for all Australians. To see the Ampol brand return to Supercars as co-naming rights partner of Red Bull Ampol Racing is a great alignment of the performance our fuel delivers.” said Joanne Taylor, Ampol’s Executive General Manager – Retail, Brand and Culture.
“We look forward to further building our partnership with the team and see Jamie and Shane take to the track under the new Red Bull Ampol Racing banner in 2021.”
The new Red Bull Ampol Racing livery will make its racing debut next month at the opening round of the 2021 Repco Supercars Championship at Mount Panorama on February 26 – 28.
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