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Much of the Supercars grid have come out in solemn to express their emotions towards yesterday’s news that GM will cease the Holden Brand after 2020.

Holden has been an integral part of the Supercars championship since the outfit debuted in Australian Touring Cars in the 1960s.

Since then, Holden’s passionate rivalry with American giants Ford has become embroidered into Supercars and ACT folk law.

Many of the paddock released via social media platforms their response to the developing news. Here are some below:

We are saddened by Holden’s closure announcement. Holden was always a fierce rival. A great Aussie brand coming to an end is sad for our country, no matter your allegiance. We feel for those affected, and look forward to continued strong competition on the track. #VASC #Holden pic.twitter.com/g16q44RUzS
— Shell V-Power Racing (@DJRTeamPenske) February 17, 2020

Nothing will EVER spin the rear wheels like a V8 Holden. Sad day for the Australian automotive industry and my thoughts are with the employees and dealer group. pic.twitter.com/0aTe0Y1uXk
— Jamie Whincup (@jamiewhincup) February 17, 2020

Our thoughts today are with the incredible men and women who make up the Holden workforce, the dealers, customers, and all Holden fans who have all been impacted by today’s news.

Our team has shared a long and successful relationship with Holden in Australia for three decades. pic.twitter.com/2bM2zBQeRi
— Walkinshaw Andretti United (@FollowWAU) February 17, 2020

1/1 – All of us here at Ford Australia are saddened to hear the news that Holden will cease operations. Holden is an iconic brand that holds a special place in the heart of many Australians, and has done so much to shape the Australian automotive industry and the country…
— Ford Australia (@FordAustralia) February 17, 2020

2/2 – Its vehicles have been worthy competitors both on road and on the racetrack. To our friends at Holden, thank you for keeping us on our toes and inspiring us to keep aiming higher. We will miss you.
— Ford Australia (@FordAustralia) February 17, 2020