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Toyota Australia is set to shake up the Repco Supercars Championship when it enters Australia’s premier motorsport category in 2026 with its GR Supra.
www.walkinshawgroup.comHere’s the latest on Toyota’s entry to the Repco Supercars Championship.
- Timeline and lineup: Toyota confirmed it will enter the Repco Supercars Championship in 2026, fielding Gen3 GR Supra racecars. Initial plans outlined two Supras with Walkinshaw Andretti United as the homologation partner, driven by Chaz Mostert and Ryan Wood, with potential expansion to additional cars and teams in coming years.[1][3]
- Teams and cars: The program centers on Toyota Australia’s GR Supra, using the 2UR-GSE V8-derived powertrain, with a strong emphasis on long-term commitment to the series and Bathurst goals.[3]
- Purpose and context: Toyota has highlighted its intent to showcase GR performance to fans and to provide opportunity for talent in engineering, design, and driving, signaling a strategic investment in Australian motorsport beyond national one-make series.[1][3]
- What to watch next: Look for formal announcements about the final two-to-four car lineup, sponsor partnerships, and race-date specifics as the 2026 season approaches; reflections on Bathurst 1000 plans are expected to surface in early- to mid-2026 media cycles.[9][3]
Illustration: A GR Supra-based Supercars entry marks Toyota’s return to top-level Australian touring car racing after a long pause, aiming for Bathurst glory while expanding its Motorsport Australia footprint.[3]
Citations:
- Toyota’s 2026 entry and project details.[3]
- Toyota Australia press materials and industry reporting on the homologation partner and driver lineup.[1][3]
- Supercars Championship context and 2026 season readiness updates.[8][9]