The upcoming Supercars round in Darwin introduces a new look to the cars for this weekend’s event.
In what is the first Supercars Indigenous Round, teams work with Aboriginal artists based in their region to create a one-off livery celebrating indigenous culture.
For kiwi driver Chris Pither, PremiAir Racing unveiled the striking new livery that will feature on his #22 PremiAir Coca-Cola No Sugar Holden Commodore this weekend.
The artwork centres around the theme of unity created by 21-year-old Kiewa Austin-Rioli, a Gunditjmara and Tiwi Islander woman who owns and runs the Sweet Water Art design studio.
Austin-Rioli explained that, “With this artwork, I wanted to represent the unity of our people,” and that “The artwork shows the connections that aboriginal people have with each other all over Australia.”
Pither mentioned his excitement to be carrying the livery at Hidden Valley Raceway saying, “It’s great to be working with our partner Coca-Cola Europacific Partners to use the power of the Coke brand to shine a light on an incredibly talented young artist this Indigenous Round.”
“Kiewa’s high-impact livery design completely reimagines Coca-Cola’s iconic logo whilst honouring her connection to country.”
“The Top End is a great place, I’m happy to be back and to officially celebrate First Nations people is special.”
Pither currently sits 22nd ahead of teammate Garry Jacobson in the Supercars championship who’s livery will be revealed in the coming days.
In what brings a refreshing and exciting new look to the sport, could this be a concept that is introduced to New Zealand motorsport events?
