Team 18 has officially unveiled the striking #20 TRADIE Energy Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 that David Reynolds will pilot 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.
For the 2025 season, Reynolds will once again be engineered by Richard Hollway as he looks to build on a strong 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.
The #20 TRADIE Energy Racing Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 will carry the support of key partners, including Toyota Forklifts, Bluestar Global Logistics, Kenworth Trucks, CEIL Batteries, East Coast Car Rentals, Seiko, Waverley Forklifts, APEX Steel, Tree Cleanup Specialists, Barry Bourke Motors, JAX Tyres & Auto, JSSI, Ozwide Joinrery, Taubmans, Authentic Collectables, Nulon, AC Delco Batteries, RYCO Filters, D2N Technology Solutions, Alpinestars, Pacific Ears, Ball & Doggett, Mechanix Wear, The Cover Shop, Bowden’s Own Premium Car Care Products and Style Print.
The team is also pleased to welcome new partners Hungry Jack’s, IVE Group, Graphic Art Mart, and High Sierra for the 2025 season.
The livery was designed by Nick Moss and brought to life with PPG paint and vinyl partner Graphic Art Mart, with application by Team 18 Team Manager and Signwriter Mitch Croke.
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.
QUOTES
Ben Goodfellow, TRADIE Founder & CEO
“It’s fantastic to see TRADIE Energy take centre stage on David Reynolds’ Camaro for 2025.
“We’ve built a great partnership with Team 18, and we’re excited to take things to the next level with our new energy drink range.
“The TRADIE Energy Camaro looks incredible, and launching it with Dave and Nick Cummins was the perfect way to showcase what TRADIE Energy is all about.
“We’re here to shake things up and take on the giants of the energy drink world. We can’t wait to see Dave hit the track and look forward to a huge season ahead.”
David Reynolds, #20 TRADIE Energy Racing Driver
“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.
“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.”
Charlie Schwerkolt, Team 18 Owner
“We’re thrilled 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.”