Team 18 takes the covers off

Team 18 has revealed the bold new livery for Anton De Pasquale’s #18 DEWALT Racing and David Reynolds #20 TRADIE Energy Chevrolet Camaros ahead of the 2025 Repco Supercars Championship.

DEWALT continues its long-standing partnership with Team 18 as the primary backer of the #18 Camaro. As the world’s largest power tool company and the flagship brand of Stanley Black & Decker, DEWALT’s presence in the paddock is stronger than ever. In 2025, Team 18 and Stanley Black & Decker will celebrate a decade of partnership, highlighting their enduring commitment to the sport.

The 2025 DEWALT Camaro features a striking new look, combining a gloss yellow base with sleek black styling – ensuring it stands out on the grid. Later in the season, fellow Stanley Black & Decker brand Cub Cadet will take on naming rights for three rounds, further strengthening the partnership.

De Pasquale launched the partnership with a humorous online video, trying to source a host of products in a list provided by team owner Charlie Schwerkolt. The video also features cameos from DEWALT influencer Joel from Heidi Build, teammate David Reynolds, and Team 18 mechanics. View the video here

De Pasquale finished 11th in the standings in 2024 and claimed the Jason Richards Memorial Trophy in Supercars’ debut at Taupō, New Zealand.

For the 2025 season, De Pasquale will work alongside race engineer Andrew Donnelly, another key off-season signing for the team.

“It’s awesome to be here at Team 18 and part of DEWALT Racing. The car looks fantastic – the gloss yellow and black make it really pop, and I think it’s going to stand out on track. The team has done an incredible job bringing the livery to life,” De Pasquale said.

“I’m proud to represent DEWALT, one of the world’s biggest tool companies and a key partner of Team 18 for almost a decade. It’s exciting to join that legacy and work closely with DEWALT throughout the year.

“I’ve settled in well – the team is super welcoming and very professional. I was lucky to get some early laps at Bathurst, and with our shakedown at Winton and the pre-season test at Sydney, we’ll be in a strong position heading into Round 1.

“With the new Supercars finals system and the introduction of a new tyre, adapting quickly will be crucial. We want to be in the mix when the finals roll around in Adelaide, and getting on top of the new tyre early will be key.

“I can’t wait to hit the track and get the season started!”

Meanwhile, Reynolds will pilot the striking #20 TRADIE Energy Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 in the 2025 Repco Supercars Championship. The launch marks the arrival of a bold new contender in the Supercars energy drink scene.

The newly launched Australian-owned energy drink brand will feature on Reynolds’ Camaro for the entire 2025 season. The livery showcases a sleek grey and black base with vibrant fluro yellow styling on top, inspired by the Lemon Squash flavour from the TRADIE Energy range, which also includes Creamy Soda and Passionfruit varieties.

TRADIE first partnered with Team 18 in 2024 alongside Bluestar Global Logistics, with both brands strengthening their commitment to Reynolds and the team for the upcoming season.

To celebrate the launch, Reynolds starred in a hilarious online video narrated by TRADIE ambassador Nick ‘Honey Badger’ Cummins. The video features Reynolds firing up the barbecue, cooking a steak, and performing a signature ‘shoey’ with a can of TRADIE Energy. View the video here

For the 2025 season, Reynolds will once again be engineered by Richard Hollway as he looks to build on last year’s campaign that saw him claim ten top-ten finishes and a best result of fourth at the Australian Grand Prix. He will also reunite with former teammate Anton De Pasquale, forming an exciting duo for the season ahead.

Reynolds will hit the track at Sydney Motorsport Park for a pre-season test on Wednesday, February 19, before the 2025 Repco Supercars Championship kicks off under lights at the Sydney 500 from February 21-23, live on Channel 7 and Fox Sports.

“I’m super pumped to reveal the TRADIE Energy Camaro – it looks absolutely stunning! The team has done an amazing job bringing these colours together. At first, I wasn’t sure how they’d work, but seeing the final product, I love it,” Reynolds said.

“I’m really excited to launch TRADIE Energy – it’s an underdog brand with a great Aussie attitude, and I can’t wait to take on some of the biggest energy drink names in the world.

“Anton and I are new teammates at Team 18 but old teammates from the past. He’s a great competitor, a really strong driver, and such an easy guy to get along with, so I’m looking forward to the year ahead.

“Last year had its highs and lows. We showed good speed at times but didn’t always convert it into results. This year, it’s all about consistency and moving up the grid. There’s a lot of hard work happening behind the scenes at Team 18, and I’m confident we can put together a fast car.”

Team owner, Charlie Schwerkolt said he can’t wait to see both cars racing under lights at Sydney Motorsport Park.

“We’re thrilled to continue our partnership with DEWALT and Stanley Black & Decker as we enter a new chapter with Anton De Pasquale in the #18 DEWALT Racing Camaro,” he said.

“Celebrating a decade of partnership with Stanley Black & Decker makes this season even more special. Their unwavering support has been instrumental in our journey, and we’re proud to continue building on this incredible relationship in 2025.

“The gloss yellow and black livery marks a fresh new look for the team, and I have no doubt it will be a fan favourite both trackside and on TV.

“With the backing of our valued partners and the dedication of our team, we’re set for an exciting 2025 season. We’ve made key off-season improvements, and we’re determined to push forward, deliver strong results, and make this a season to remember.”

“We’re also excited to unveil the #20 TRADIE Energy Camaro and continue building on our fantastic partnership with Ben Goodfellow and the team at TRADIE.

“David is a proven race winner, and with the backing of TRADIE Energy, we’re looking forward to an exciting season ahead. The new livery looks fantastic, and it’s great to see TRADIE stepping up to take on the big names in the energy drink world.

“With David and Anton reunited as teammates, we’ve got a strong driver lineup for 2025. The focus now is on building consistency, pushing forward, and delivering results on track.”