Matt Stone Racing Bolsters Commercial Operations with Strategic Hire
Matt Stone Racing has made a strategic move to strengthen its commercial operations ahead of the 2026 Repco Supercars Championship. The team has appointed Nick Testu as its new Head of Commercial, bringing a wealth of experience to the table.
Testu's background includes an impressive eight-year tenure at Dick Johnson Racing, followed by a successful stint as a sponsorship specialist at Viva Energy Australia. This appointment comes as Dick Johnson Racing itself undergoes a leadership transition, with the recent appointment of Megan Foster, a former Viva executive, as its new CEO.
As for Matt Stone Racing, the team is gearing up for the new season with some exciting developments. The #10 Camaro, driven by Zach Bates, will continue to be supported by Bendix as the naming rights sponsor. Additionally, Tyrepower has been confirmed as a major sponsor for Jack Le Brocq.
Testu expressed his enthusiasm for joining the team, highlighting the exciting growth phase Matt Stone Racing is currently experiencing. He praised the team's passion, effort, and expertise, emphasizing their ability to consistently outperform expectations. Testu also noted the iconic status of the Stone surname in Australian motor racing, while maintaining a forward-looking mindset.
The team's hierarchy is led by Matt Stone, with Paul Forgie as the technical coordinator and Jack Bellotti as the head of engineering. In addition to its main championship efforts, Matt Stone Racing is also returning to the Super2 series this year, with Ayrton Hodson already secured, and further announcements expected.
With Testu's expertise and the team's strong foundation, Matt Stone Racing is poised for success in the upcoming season, aiming to take the team to new heights and secure the biggest trophies in the sport.
