What car will replace Holden in V8 Supercars?
Camaro
What will replace Holden in supercars?
The Chevrolet Camaro will replace the Holden ZB Commodore in the Supercars series from the 2022 season. The death of Holden has led to the demise of many things – from the Commodore nameplate to the iconic Lion badge.
Who makes the engines for V8 Supercars?
Both Ford and Holden use US-based racing engines with pushrod actuated valves and two valves per cylinder.
Who is the official fuel partner of supercars?
BP Australia
What fuel do Supercars run on?
E85 blend
What fuel is used in v8 Supercars?
Are the supercars still V8?
Supercars Championship organisers believe a new generation of muscle cars from 2022 will keep the wheels turning on the popular V8 racing category despite Holden’s decision to end its commitment to the series.
How much is a V8 Supercar worth?
Exact figures are not available, but are estimated at around $600,000 per car, with $130,000 going to the engine. V8 Supercar teams use two cars and keeping these cars in running order for an entire championship season can cost as much as $10 million.
How fast can a V8 Supercar go?
V8 Supercars reach speeds of up to 290 km/h (180 mph) before the braking point for Griffins Bend. In the days before modern aerodynamics, drivers would have to lift off the throttle to prevent becoming airborne over the crest halfway up the straight.
Who is the highest paid V8 Supercar driver?
Many V8 supercar drivers are outraged by a report saying they earn more salaries than the highest-paid Australian-based football players in any code. Ford hero Craig Lowndes was listed as the highest-paid driver with an annual salary of $2.55 million, and popular Kiwi Greg Murphy was second with $2.35 million.
What is the fastest V8 Supercar?
The current official lap record is held by Christopher Mies, who set a time of 1:59.2910 during the 2018 Challenge Bathurst on 16 November 2018, driving a GT3-spec Audi R8 Ultra.
Do V8 Supercars have power steering?
“You need to do a couple of laps in a car to understand what V8 driving is all about,” Whincup says. “The cars are really physical to drive. They have power steering but it’s nowhere near as power assisted as the car you drive.
What cars will be in Supercars 2020?
Teams and drivers
| Championship entries | ||
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Model | Driver name |
| Ford | Ford Mustang GT | Scott McLaughlin |
| Will Davison | ||
| Holden | Holden Commodore ZB | Bryce Fullwood |
What cars will be used in V8 Supercars 2021?
ENTRY LIST: 2021 Repco Supercars Championship
| Team | Driver | Car |
|---|---|---|
| Brad Jones Racing | Macauley Jones | Holden Commodore ZB |
| Kelly Grove Racing | Andre Heimgartner | Ford Mustang GT |
| Kelly Grove Racing | David Reynolds | Ford Mustang GT |
| Blanchard Racing Team | Tim Slade | Ford Mustang GT |
What cars will be in Supercars 2022?
The Camaro ZL1 will join the Supercars Championship grid in 2022, under the category’s new Gen3 rule package. Ford’s Mustang is also set to undergo a revamp to tackle its traditional GM rival. The current Mustang replaced the Ford Falcon in 2019.
Is Rick Kelly Racing in 2021?
Although he steered a Supercar for the first time since last October’s Bathurst 1000, Kelly hasn’t signed a co-drive deal for the team. However, he has signed a contract to be the team’s designated test and ride day driver for 2021.
What manufacturers will be in Supercars 2021?
Teams and drivers
| Championship entries | ||
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Model | Driver name |
| Ford | Mustang GT | Anton de Pasquale |
| Will Davison | ||
| Holden | Commodore ZB | Bryce Fullwood |
Will there be Supercars in 2021?
In 2021 the Repco Supercars Championship will again race around the country.
Who is Dave Reynolds driving for in 2021?
Kelly Grove Racing