Hino livery unveiled for indigenous round

Scott Pye will carry an artwork titled Travelling On Country designed by Mayi artist Leah Cummins from Cloncurry in North-Western Queensland.

Travelling On Country is inspired by the traditional and modern ways of travelling in celebration of the second annual Supercars Indigenous Round.

The artwork also focuses on the importance of respecting the land that has provided so much to generations of Indigenous people.

“Darwin has been a happy hunting ground for Scott Pye in the past, and Hino Australia is thrilled to be backing him and Team 18 with this striking indigenous livery designed by Leah Cummins,” said Richard Emery, Vice President of Brand and Franchise Development at Hino Australia.

“The inspiration and story behind the artwork of Travelling On Country is pertinent to the Supercars Championship as it travels to Darwin, and also to Hino as a transport company.”

Grey lines on the car’s livery represent roads, showing the modern way of travelling, while the orange lines highlight the ancient pathways that have been travelled for generations.

The stars in the art bring hope, optimism and dreams, and the person with the shield and spear is a symbol of strength.

Team 18 worked in collaboration with graphic designer Nick Moss, paint partner PPG and graphic design partner Ball & Doggett to bring the 2023 Hino indigenous livery to life.

Cummins flew down from Brisbane in Queensland to Melbourne to meet with Pye to reveal the livery and share the story behind this year’s design.

“I'm blown away, the car looks fantastic. I love the way the design is integrated with the shape of the car, and getting to meet Leah as well is a great opportunity for me to have her explain the design and what's gone into that and the thought process behind it,” said Scott Pye.

“Leah also went through what individual element on the design itself means, from the people to the representation of the animals is fantastic to get an understanding and I'll represent this proudly on the weekend and hopefully we can get a great result with it.

“It was really great to meet Leah and have her explain to me the thought process behind this design. It gives you a greater appreciation and a real pride in representing her story on the race track.”

Pye will hit the track in the Hino Camaro at the BetR Darwin Triple Crown this weekend (June 16 to 18) at Hidden Valley Raceway on Larakia Land.