Supercars: Shell V-Power Racing Team stays with same drivers

The Shell V-Power Racing Team has today announced the renewal of both Anton De Pasquale and Will Davison. De Pasquale will continue to pilot the No. 11 Shell V-Power Ford Mustang and Davison in the iconic No. 17.

Will Davison has also continued his 2021 pace into 2022 with six pole positions, one race win and ten podiums after eight rounds of the Repco Supercars Championship. Anton De Pasquale has one race win, nine podium finishes and four pole positions from the first eight rounds, continuing his impressive form from 2021 into the 2022 season.

The Shell V-Power Ford Mustang duo of Anton De Pasquale and Will Davison, Albert Park, Melbourne, Australia. 7 April 2022

Dick Johnson Racing (DJR) Executive Chairman and Co-Owner Dr Ryan Story AM said that re-signing of both Will Davison and Anton De Pasquale continues to highlight the stability and continuity the Shell V-Power Racing Team has on and off the track.

“We are delighted to announce that Will and Anton will continue driving with the Shell V-Power Racing Team in 2023. Both drivers have been invaluable additions to our team, and they have been the perfect fit with not only all our staff, but also with our partners, and are loved by all our loyal and passionate supporters. Their on-track results have proved that, and they are a fantastic pairing for our team.”

Anton De Pasquale, driver of the No. 11 Shell V-Power Ford Mustang said he is excited to continue with the Shell V-Power Racing Team.

Anton De Pasquale. Photo Courtesy of Supercars

“The family culture that Dick and Ryan have created at the team is like no other and I am excited to remain with the Shell V-Power Racing Team. It is a great team to work with and for and to have continuity and stability with the team going into next year is excellent, and to have a great teammate in Will. We both want to get more wins and continue to be up the front for the team, our partners, and the fans.”

Will Davison, driver of the iconic No. 17 Shell V-Power Racing Team Ford Mustang, said he is delighted to recommit to DJR.

“I’m very excited to continue driving for the Shell V-Power Racing Team. It’s a fantastic opportunity to race in the iconic Shell V-Power colors, the legendary No. 17 and for such an iconic race team in DJR. I can’t wait to build on the excellent results we’ve had to date and continue fighting for race wins. I love working with the entire race team, they’re a great group of people and feel like family.”