Andrew van Leeuwen

Perth

Australia Editor and Supercars Reporter at Motorsport.com

Host at Castrol Motorsport News Podcast

Editorial Director at Speedcafe // Got a story? Email me: [email protected]

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Randle clarifies post-race medical mishap

6 days ago | speedcafe.com | Andrew van Leeuwen

The welfare of the Tickford Racing driver was a concern for the squad following the 200-kilometre race with Randle briefly falling ill during a routine ice bath. Those concerns were initially made public by team manager Matt Roberts via Fox Sports, who indicated that medical intervention may be required. As it turned out that wasn’t to be, with team physiotherapist Brad Sampson able to tend to Randle until he recovered from the hiccup.
Evans Camaro ruled out of Sunday Darwin action

1 week ago | speedcafe.com | Andrew van Leeuwen

The Brad Jones Racing/SCT Logistics driver had contact with Richie Stanaway on the opening lap of today’s first race which led to heavy, front-on contact with the wall on the way out of Turn 1. He emerged mostly unscathed, except for a sore foot, however the same couldn’t be said of his Camaro. The car was no chance of being fixed for Race 2, with attention quickly turning to whether it could return to action for Sunday.
PremiAir Racing splits with new CEO

1 week ago | speedcafe.com | Andrew van Leeuwen

Dolphin left PremiAir on the eve of the Darwin Triple Crown to mark the end of an incredibly short stint at the helm of the Peter Xiberras-owned squad. His appointment was announced back in early April, before Dolphin formally started in the role in early May. He made his first appearance at the track with the team at the Tasmania Super440 before departing last week.
Ford beacon flags Darwin Supercars parity concerns

1 week ago | speedcafe.com | Andrew van Leeuwen

There was some hope heading to Darwin that recent changes to Ford engine package, aimed at improving the performance of the Coyote V8 in hotter conditions, would help break the Chevrolet stranglehold at Hidden Valley. Today’s two practice sessions, however, have exposed a worrying trend with speedy Mustangs few and far between. Wood was the beacon of hope for the Blue Oval, topping the first session and finishing second to Andre Heimgartner in the other.
Erebus regrets selling chassis to rival teams

1 week ago | speedcafe.com | Andrew van Leeuwen

The squad expanded to a customer chassis program this year based on the work of its highly-regarded fabricator James White, who works from his home town of Mount Gambier. The Erebus chassis quickly became a hot commodity, with Dick Johnson Racing the first customer team – and now running two White-built chassis – and Blanchard Racing Team set to follow soon with a new chassis for James Courtney.
Barry Ryan reflects on Erebus fall from grace

1 week ago | speedcafe.com | Andrew van Leeuwen

After a fairytale start to the Gen3 era, which saw Erebus win both the drivers’ and teams’ titles in 2023, the squad has endured a string of well-publicised internal struggles. Will Brown defected to Triple Eight at the end of 2023, while reigning champion Brodie Kostecki missed the start of the 2024 season while in dispute with the team, which coincided with big name sponsors such as Coca-Cola walking away.
Barry Ryan reflects on Erebus fall from grace

1 week ago | buff.ly | Andrew van Leeuwen

After a fairytale start to the Gen3 era, which saw Erebus win both the drivers’ and teams’ titles in 2023, the squad has endured a string of well-publicised internal struggles. Will Brown defected to Triple Eight at the end of 2023, while reigning champion Brodie Kostecki missed the start of the 2024 season while in dispute with the team, which coincided with big name sponsors such as Coca-Cola walking away.
Reynolds opens up on uncertain Supercars future

1 week ago | speedcafe.com | Andrew van Leeuwen

Reynolds is a key figure in current Supercars silly season speculation given he’s technically out of contract at the end of this year. Team 18 does hold an option on Reynolds for 2026 with the driver currently waiting to hear if that will be exercised or if he’s a free agent. “Yeah, I suppose I am uncertain [about next year],” Reynolds told Speedcafe. “It’s not a nice feeling, this has been my life. “My intention is always to stay at the team, I hate change.
DJR adds hunting dance tweak for Indigenous Round

1 week ago | speedcafe.com | Andrew van Leeuwen

The famous Ford squad has opted for a subtle change to its cars for the Darwin Triple Crown, working with artist Kurun Warun to integrate artwork into its regular livery. Warun’s work draws inspiration from the natural elements across the lands and tells a powerful story of intergenerational teaching and sharing of culture. A key feature to the artwork is a traditional kangaroo hunting dance, a way of passing skills from Elders to younger generations.
Supercars Darwin Triple Crown schedule, how to watch, free-to-air, TV times, live stream info, tickets

1 week ago | speedcafe.com | Andrew van Leeuwen

The weary teams have effectively been on the road since the Perth Super440 a fortnight ago, with the trucks heading directly north from Wanneroo. Some personnel have briefly returned to base in between, while others went even further north with Erebus hosting a team-building camp in Bali. Whatever the approach, it has proven to be a costly endeavour for teams – particularly with official Indigenous Round, which means cars are sporting new liveries (most of which had to be applied on the road).

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Andrew van Leeuwen @avl_motorsport

24 Jan 25

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16 Oct 24

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