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.
![Indigenous livery on Chris Pither's Holden Commodore Supercar](https://www.velocitynews.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/PR-Coke-Livery-001-1800x1200-1-1024x683.jpg)
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.”
![Indigenous livery on Chris Pither's Holden Commodore Supercar rear view](https://www.velocitynews.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/PR-Coke-Livery-003-1024x683.jpg)
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.”
![Indigenous livery on Chris Pither's Holden Commodore Supercar](https://www.velocitynews.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/PR-Coke-Livery-004-1024x683.jpg)
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?