Triple Eight Race Engineering’s decision to return to Ford is one of the biggest and most strategic moves in modern Supercars history. The switch ending its long association with General Motors was not sudden or emotional but the result of careful planning timing and a clear vision for the future of the team and the championship itself.
The story of how the deal was sealed began quietly well before it became public. Behind the scenes discussions started taking shape during the 2024 season as Triple Eight evaluated where it wanted to be in the next phase of the Gen3 era. With Supercars undergoing technical and competitive shifts the team’s leadership began reassessing manufacturer alignment and long term performance potential.
Conversations with Ford Motor Company gained momentum as both sides explored the possibility of a reunion that once delivered championship success.
The timing of the move was just as important as the decision itself. The agreement was finalised ahead of the 2026 season allowing Triple Eight enough lead time to prepare for its new role as Ford’s homologation team. This timing also coincided with growing pressure on Ford to strengthen its competitiveness in Supercars. By stepping in Triple Eight effectively reshaped the competitive balance of the grid while positioning itself at the centre of technical development for the Mustang under the Gen3 regulations.
The reasons behind the switch explain why it has been labelled a huge move. Triple Eight is the most successful team in Supercars history and its technical expertise gives Ford an immediate boost in credibility and performance potential. Becoming the homologation team means Triple Eight will play a direct role in refining the car’s aero and overall package giving it influence far beyond its own garage. For the team the deal offers factory backing long term stability and a fresh challenge after years of dominance with a different manufacturer.
There is also a strong historical and emotional layer to the decision. Triple Eight and Ford enjoyed a successful partnership in the past and both sides believe the conditions are right to recapture that winning formula. Team management has made it clear the move is not about brand loyalty alone but about aligning with a manufacturer that shares the same hunger to win and invest in the sport’s future.
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