The Shell V-Power Racing Team (Dick Johnson Racing) is delighted to confirm Tony D’Alberto has re-signed for 2026, partnering with new recruit Rylan Gray.
D’Alberto celebrated his 10th anniversary with the Shell V-Power Racing Team in 2025, with today’s confirmation taking the partnership into its 11th year.
In 2026, D’Alberto will line up alongside the team’s newest addition in Gray who wasn’t even born when D’Alberto made his own Bathurst debut in 2005.
D’Alberto’s confirmation officially locks in the team’s 2026 driver line up, with 2025 Shell V-Power Motorsport Park (The Bend) winners Brodie Kostecki and Todd Hazelwood’s partnership continuing into another year.
For D’Alberto, the opportunity to drive alongside Gray is an exciting prospect.
“It’s fair to say 2025 was a disappointing one for me personally and I’m eager to turn things around in 2026 with Rylan,” D’Alberto said.
“We’ve all seen the pace that Rylan had in his Super2 Series win and what he was able to do in his various wildcard outings last year. There’s obviously a bit of an age gap between us but I know I will be able to use my experience to help him succeed across the course of this season.
“I’m so proud to be part of the Shell V-Power Racing Team and continue working with such an iconic team in the paddock. Being part of Dick Johnson Racing continues to be an honour and for this partnership to continue into its 11th year is something special to me.
“I can’t wait for the pre-season testing to begin and of course will be counting down the days until the Enduro Cup begins in September.”
Executive Chairman Dr Ryan Story AM said D’Alberto’s experience and talent would continue to be a valuable addition to the entire team.
“Tony’s a great asset to the Shell V-Power Racing Team and we know that his experience, attitude and knowledge will be of huge benefit to all of us in 2026,” Dr Story said.
“This year’s enduro driver line up across both cars gives us the best possible chance of achieving something special in 2026. The stability and experience of Tony combined with the raw talent of Rylan will be a thrill to watch, while Brodie and Todd are a proven, race-winning pairing who will be eager to add their name to more silverware this season.”
