Shell V-Power Racing Team (Dick Johnson Racing) today announced that 2023 Repco Supercars Champion Brodie Kostecki has committed his long-term future to the team, signing a multi-year contract extension through 2030.
The extension provides long-term stability as the Shell V-Power Racing Team enters an exciting new chapter, with Rylan Gray set to join Kostecki in Shell colours in 2026.
Kostecki, who made history earlier this year by securing his third consecutive Repco Bathurst 1000 pole position - a feat achieved by only three drivers in the sport's history - has demonstrated exceptional pace and race craft during his time with the Shell V-Power Racing Team. His breakthrough win at Townsville earlier this season signalled the team's return to competitiveness.
The 28-year-old brings an impressive resume to the extended partnership, including the 2023 Repco Supercars Championship, victory at the 2024 Repco Bathurst 1000, victory at the inaugural 2025 Bend 500 enduro with Todd Hazelwood, 10 career race wins, 29 podiums and 17 pole positions. His technical understanding and mechanical aptitude have made him an invaluable asset to the team's engineering development.
Kostecki reflected on his decision to commit long-term to the Shell V-Power Racing Team.
"Extending here was an easy decision because I can see where this team is heading. We've got the right people, the right infrastructure, and now the right timeline to build something special. The next five years are about winning championships, and I want to be the one delivering them for Dick, the Doc, the Ralph family, and everyone at the Shell V-Power Racing Team."
For Team Founder Dick Johnson AM, securing Kostecki's long-term commitment represents a pivotal moment in DJR's 45th year.
"This is an exciting day for the entire team and we’re stoked to be making this announcement,” Johnson said.
”Brodie is an exceptional talent and has a unique understanding of these cars and know how to maximise their potential. There’s plenty more to come in 2026 and beyond and we can’t wait to see what Brodie delivers in the years ahead.
”Together with Brodie, our team is creating the momentum we need to help us chase championships and add more trophies to the cabinet. It’s a bloody exciting time to be part of the Shell V-Power Racing Team.”
Executive Chairman Dr Ryan Story AM emphasised that the extension reflects both Kostecki's performance and the team's championship ambitions.
“We’re genuine in our belief about the team’s future and securing this new deal with Brodie allows us to build further on the foundations we’ve set in 2025,” Dr Story said.
“Brodie’s speed, his engineering mindset and the stability he brings to the team - it all provide us with the tools we need to genuinely challenge for championships and show the rest of the pit lane what the Shell V-Power Racing Team is capable of.
“This contract extension was certainly a priority for us and we know based on what we’ve seen in 2025 that we can build something special around one of the sport’s best drivers as we write the next chapter in Dick Johnson Racing’s unrivalled history.”
With significant investment in personnel, infrastructure, and technical development over recent seasons, the team is well-positioned to capitalise on Kostecki's long-term commitment.
