The team’s Penrite Oil-backed Ford Mustang pair wear the artwork of Indigenous artist Tenielle McGuire in partnership with the Melbourne Indigenous Transition School (MITS).
Grove Racing said the livery is a “proud celebration of culture, connection and storytelling” with “shared stories of identity, heritage and belonging while capturing the energy and movement synonymous with motorsport.”
The livery features a mix of traditional Indigenous elements and symbolism, according to McGuire, while incorporating the brand’s iconic identity.
Matt Payne and Kai Allen will also wear race suits made to match the Indigenous livery.
“We are excited to unveil this year’s Indigenous livery,” said Penrite Oil CEO Toby Dymond.
“The design looks outstanding in the brown & gold tones and feels very fitting as Penrite celebrates its 100-year milestone.
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“A big thank you to the MITS team for the hard work and creativity they have put into this livery.
“The team is also carrying strong momentum into Darwin, sitting second in the overall team standings with both drivers in the top ten.
“We cannot wait to see this special livery out on track.”
Grove Racing will campaign the new look at the Darwin Triple Crown and the nti Townsville 500 as part of NAIDOC week.
Grove Racing CEO Brenton Grove hailed the efforts of McGuire.
“We’re proud of our partnership with MITS and once again our livery showcases an amazing story captured brilliantly by this year’s talented artist, Tenielle,” said Grove.
“The narrative behind this year’s livery delivers a powerful message and we know that our drivers and crew will be exceptionally proud to be wearing this artwork on our uniform and driver suits, and of course seeing it racing on track on board the Penrite Racing Mustangs.”
About the artwork (as described by artist Tenielle McGuire)
My design showcases a focus point of a meeting place representing the younger generation of Indigenous peoples, surrounded by outer rings symbolising connection to culture.
Within these rings are tracks of goanna, emu, dingo, and people, reflecting the shared journeys of all living beings. This links to the racetrack and the cars, as just as they follow their own paths and cycles, people and animals have done so for thousands of years.
It also connects to the cycles of the seasons, which are different between Indigenous groups and are uniquely experienced by different animals.
From that ringlet there are river-like lines that come off it and flow beyond the canvas, symbolising the continuation of knowledge and the lasting nature of culture being passed down through generations.
The overall shape of the design creates a sense of movement, as though the speed of the car and the force of the wind are shaping it, not erasing it, but enhancing its features. This reflects the adaptability of us Indigenous peoples and culture throughout history.
With the wind representing the hardships faced, highlighting the pressures endured while emphasising resilience and strength.
The colour palette draws on tones of fire, symbolising the deep history and knowledge that has been carried through generations.
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