DJR to Unveil 2026 Livery at Stapylton Open Day

Dick Johnson Racing (DJR) has announced its plans to launch its 2026 Repco Supercars Championship campaign with a public Open Day at its Stapylton headquarters on Monday, 1 February.

The event, which has become a staple of the Queensland motorsport calendar, will serve as the official platform for the team to reveal its Shell V-Power Racing Team liveries and, crucially, its finalised driver numbers for the upcoming season.

The organisation enters 2026 with a bold strategic direction, pairing 2024 Bathurst 1000 winner Brodie Kostecki with reigning Super2 champion and 19-year-old rookie Rylan Gray.

Gray replaces veteran Will Davison, who has stepped back from full-time competition. A key point of intrigue for fans will be the confirmation of who will steer the iconic #17 Mustang, a number synonymous with team founder Dick Johnson and carried by Davison since 2021.

Commenting on the launch announcement, DJR executive chairman, Dr Ryan Story AM, said: “We’re investing in the future here.”

“Brodie gives us proven championship-winning pace and pedigree, and Rylan represents our commitment to developing the next generation. This combination positions us perfectly for both immediate competitiveness and long-term success,” Story said.

Strategic Launch and Fan Engagement

The free event, running from 8:30am to 11:00am, offers fans rare access to the inner workings of Australia’s longest-running professional motor racing team.

Fans will have the opportunity to meet the full 2026 roster, including Kostecki and Gray, alongside endurance co-drivers Todd Hazelwood and Tony D’Alberto.

The team’s 2026 apparel range and Shell V-Power Team Mate membership packages will be available for purchase for the first time.

The workshop doors will be open, allowing a close-up look at the Gen3 Ford Mustangs ahead of the season opener.

The launch marks the first official livery reveal of the 2026 pre-season, setting the tone for a year of significant change in the paddock.

With Triple Eight Race Engineering switching to Ford and Walkinshaw Andretti United transitioning to Toyota, DJR aims to maintain its status as the blue oval’s spiritual home.

Following the Open Day, the team will head to Sydney Motorsport Park for official testing on 18 February, before the season commences at the Sydney 500 from 20–22 February 2026.

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