The Shell V-Power Racing Team (Dick Johnson Racing) can today confirm important changes to its team management structure ahead of the 2026 season.
Mark Fenning has taken on the role of Team Principal effective immediately, while Tom Moore will continue as Team Manager after recently taking on the position at the Adelaide Grand Final.
These appointments also allow for changes to the engineering department at the Shell V-Power Racing Team, with seasoned engineer Ed Williams to become the race engineer to new recruit Rylan Gray, while George Commins will continue with Brodie Kostecki on the #38 Shell V-Power Mustang.
Following the closure of the team’s engine program, Motorsport Power Trains Engine Department Manager Ryan Medew will also move to Shell V-Power Racing Team HQ in the newly created role of Workshop Manager, overseeing the day-to-day operations of the team’s home base.
The Shell V-Power Racing Team is also close to finalising the recruitment of its next CEO, with an announcement expected before the year is out.
Executive Chairman Dr Ryan Story AM said these changes were an exciting evolution of the existing structure, elevating key talent into new leadership roles.
“The ownership group of the Shell V-Power Racing Team is doing everything we can to set this team up for success in 2026 and beyond and these changes will allow us to evolve, improve and deliver significant gains heading into the next Repco Supercars Championship season,” Dr Story said.
“I have been unable to travel to the majority of events this season so while I have been working closely with the team throughout this year, Mark has taken up a lot of the work a Team Principal carries out at the track, so this change allows Mark to now make the Team Principal role his own.
“Having Tom step up into the Team Manager role is also an exciting part of his personal progression and will enhance our organisation as a team both at the track and back at the Stapylton workshop.
“We also know we have the best engineering group in the paddock and we’re giving both Brodie and Rylan the best opportunities to succeed with George and Ed as their Race Engineers next year. Couple that with Mark and Tom’s own engineering prowess, it certainly gives our team the best chance to bring back more trophies in 2026, alongside our broader and talented engineering team.”
Fenning said he was proud to take on the role of Team Principal, thanking Dr Story for his ongoing support.
“Doc has been and will continue to be such a big part of the success of the Shell V-Power Racing Team,” Fenning said.
“They are certainly very big shoes to fill but I am excited about the challenges that lie ahead and committed to working alongside our team owners, including Doc, to return this powerhouse team to the front of pit lane in the years ahead.
“We have a great crew and make no secrets of our ambitions heading into 2026. We know what needs to be done and it’s time to take this team to another level.”
The 2026 Repco Supercars Championship begins in February next year at Sydney Motorsport Park.
