Ford and Vodafone back five safety cars for Supercars

Five Ford Vodafone vehicles

Vodafone and Ford have today announced the backing of a further four vehicles set to join the Supercars grid in 2019.

The Mustang GT Safety Car will be joined by a Vodafone Race Control Mustang GT, Vodafone Endura ST-Line Race Control Car, Mondeo Hatch Vodafone Medical Car and the Vodafone Ranger Raptor Recovery Car.

Ford Mustang drivers Chaz Mostert, Cam Waters, Lee Holdsworth and Will Davison met with Adelaide Strikers players Travis Head, Jay Weatherald, Tabby Saville and Amanda Wellington on the Superloop Adelaide 500 circuit today to inspect the five new vehicles.

Vodafone Chief Commercial Officer Ben McIntosh said that he is proud to extend the on-track Vodafone presence this year.

“The Mustangs look fabulous and will no doubt serve as a great support for the drivers this year."

“As a sponsor of both the Supercars and the Adelaide Strikers, it’s fantastic to see both codes come together today in support of the Adelaide community and a big weekend of action on the track."

“We’re proud to have a partnership with Supercars and Vodafone that ensures the safe, smooth running of Supercar events, and shows off the versatility of the current Ford line-up," said Ford Australia and New Zealand President and CEO, Kay Hart.

“We’re also grateful to the volunteers and staff that dedicate their time, skill and effort to making each race a success."

Kay Hart, Ford Australia and New Zealand President and CEO said: “We’re proud to have a partnership with Supercars and Vodafone that ensures the safe, smooth running of Supercar events, and shows off the versatility of the current Ford line-up."

“We’re also grateful to the volunteers and staff that dedicate their time, skill and effort to making each race a success."

Supercars General Manager Commercial – Jamie Black said having the five vehicles supporting the Virgin Australia Supercars Championship will provide great exposure for both Ford and Vodafone in 2019.

“It’s great to have further backing from Ford and Vodafone. Their support helps to power these vehicles to each of our 15 Championship events," Black said.

The first event of the 2019 Virgin Australia Supercars Championship begins tomorrow on the streets of Adelaide.