American Star Joins Tickford For Adelaide Mustang Grand Final
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The NASCAR Cup Series star has unveiled a striking dark blue and orange livery for a one-off wildcard outing in the bp Adelaide Grand Final, and yes, it looks every bit the part. He will strap into a Tickford Racing Ford Mustang to tackle the street circuit that will decide the 2025 Repco Supercars Championship, and the car is plastered with familiar names that might make the opposition breathe a little harder.
Sponsors And Livery
Repco Rewards takes pride of place on the number 5 Mustang, promising members exclusive experiences and prizes during the championship-deciding weekend. The car also carries clear support from Ford, with branding for the new Mustang Cup Australia and the silhouette of the Mustang running along the flanks. Armor All logos sit prominently on both sides, the bonnet and the rear spoiler. It is all very neatly arranged, and the result is a machine that looks like it means business even when standing still.
Testing And Race Preparation
The program kicks off with a ride day at Sandown this Monday, followed by two test days at The Bend in South Australia. After that, the wildcard entry will join the grid as the 25th car for the festival of racing running from November 27 to November 30. It is a compact prep schedule, but these are professionals who know how to make the short work of a long job.
A Crossover With Credentials
This American contender is no publicity stunt. He is a three-time winner in NASCAR’s top series, took the Daytona 500 as a rookie and has been a full-time competitor since 2022, making the NASCAR Playoffs in 2022, 2024 and 2025. He has previous experience with Australian tin-top machinery too, having sampled a DJR Team Penske Ford Falcon FG X in 2016 and contested the Bathurst 12 Hour back in 2015. That combination of oval grit and prior local exposure suggests he will not be lost on the Adelaide streets.
Official Reactions
The organisers described the entry as a genuine crossover moment that will engage both local Supercars fans and an international audience, and they say it underlines the strength of partnerships heading into a winner-takes-all weekend in Adelaide. The Repco merchandising and growth lead welcomed the partnership as a way to celebrate the brand’s ongoing commitment to the championship and to reward fans who live and breathe racing. Representatives from the car care sponsor praised the collaboration as a natural fit, promising memorable moments and further opportunities for customers and enthusiasts as the season finishes in style.
The bp Adelaide Grand Final runs November 27 to 30, 2025, and international viewers can catch the action via the Superview streaming service.
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