DJR KEEP IT CONSISTENT IN 2022
By Bruce Williams
Date posted: 23 February 2022
Consistency is the theme for DJR heading into 2022, one that is reflected in the livery of the team’s Ford Mustangs of Anton De Pasquale and Will Davison.
Heading into the new season, the team will continue to use its iconic Shell V-Power colours and design, one that has already been voted a fan favourite after being awarded the Best Presented Team award presented in 2021.
The continuity isn’t just with the look of the cars, but behind the scenes as well. Something that the DJR co-owner Dr Ryan Story believes brings added confidence ahead of this years championship.
“We’re excited to not only launch our 2022 Repco Supercars Championship season but also get back on the road to see our long-term and new partners, as well as our incredible supporters across Australia and New Zealand,” said Story.
“In 2021, Anton and Will were fantastic for the Shell V-Power Racing Team, with their strong results on track throughout the year. The consistency and stability within team during the summer break instils great confidence that they will continue to perform at the top of their game throughout the entire 2022 season.”
DJR co-owner and Australian Motorsport and Supercars Hall of Famer Dick Johnson AM is also excited to watch the team and its star drivers contend for both the Drivers and Teams Championship in 2022.
“Anton and Will were exceptional in their first season with the team and I’m eager to see them back on track this year doing what they do best,” said Johnson.
In his second year with the team, De Pasquale is optimistic about the 2022 Championship.
“I’ve been with the team for a full season now and having the same crew behind me this year means I can continue to build on the momentum we had at the end of last year and continue to deliver results for the team, our partners and fans.” said De Pasquale.
Davison is delighted to be heading into this season with the same performance staff as last season.
“Having continuity with the same crew supporting me from last season builds a great base for season 2022.” said Davison.
“Finishing fourth in the Driver’s Championship last year has made me hungrier to finish higher again in 2022.”
Having already completed their testing program, DJR’s Shell backed Ford Mustangs will make will be on-track for Round 1 of the Championship at Sydney Motorsport Park 4-6 March.
For more of the latest motorsport news pick up the current issue of Auto Action.
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