BOMBSHELL Triple Eight Ditches Longtime Partner in Shocking Move

In a stunning turn of events, the Australian V8 Supercars scene has just been rocked by the news of Triple Eight Racing's unexpected decision to part ways with their longtime partner. The team, which has been a dominant force in the series for many years, has announced that they will be joining forces with a new manufacturer in a move that is set to send shockwaves throughout the sport.

According to reports, the team's new partner is none other than Ford, with the team set to campaign a pair of Tickford-built Mustangs in the upcoming season. The news has come as a major surprise to fans and rivals alike, with many left wondering what prompted the team to make such a drastic change.

The move is seen as a major coup for Ford, who have been working hard to rebuild their presence in the series in recent years. The manufacturer has a long and storied history in Australian touring cars, and the addition of Triple Eight to their stable is a major boost to their chances of success.

Meanwhile, the team's former partner, Holden, has been left reeling from the news. The manufacturer has a long and successful history with Triple Eight, and the loss of the team is a major blow to their chances of competing for championships in the future.

Despite the uncertainty surrounding the team's future, fans will be eager to see how the new partnership between Triple Eight and Ford pans out. With the team's proven track record of success, combined with the might of the Ford manufacturer, many are tipping them to be a major force in the upcoming season.

As the news continues to sink in, one thing is for sure - the Australian V8 Supercars scene is set to be rocked to its core in the coming months. With Triple Eight's shock defection to Ford, the landscape of the series has changed forever, and fans will be eagerly anticipating the start of the new season to see how it all plays out.

In related news, there has been uncertainty surrounding the future of Craig Lowndes, with the veteran driver's plans for the upcoming season still unclear. Lowndes has been a key part of the Triple Eight team for many years, and his future is now the subject of much speculation.

Meanwhile, Supercars fans have been left to 'share the disappointment' of the news, with many taking to social media to express their sadness at the team's decision to leave Holden. The move has been seen as a major blow to the manufacturer, and many are worried about the impact it will have on the sport as a whole.

The news has also been met with shock and disappointment from other teams and drivers in the series, with many struggling to come to terms with the magnitude of the change. As the news continues to sink in, one thing is for sure - the Australian V8 Supercars scene will never be the same again.