Statewide Bearings and Brad Jones Racing unite in WA to support special causes
The Statewide Bearings #14 Toyota GR Supra was unveiled today at the company's Perth headquarters in front of staff and customers ahead of this weekend's Perth Super440 at Wanneroo Raceway.
Cameron Hill's Supercar will carry Statewide Bearings' colours for the event, alongside special branding supporting the Child Cancer Research Foundation and the Back on Track Foundation.
Through its naming rights partnership with Brad Jones Racing, Statewide Bearings is shining a spotlight on the important work of both charities, with several fundraising initiatives taking place across the race weekend.
Funds raised at this morning's launch event will be donated directly to the two organisations, while signed race merchandise will also be auctioned next week to raise additional funds for the Child Cancer Research Foundation.
Both organisations are dedicated to supporting children and families affected by childhood cancer, providing care across a range of services to ensure the best possible outcomes during some of life's most challenging times.
Statewide Bearings is one of Australia's most trusted industrial suppliers, providing an extensive range of bearings, bearing services, lubrication products, power transmission components, pumps and associated equipment, industrial brake and clutch parts, and linear motion products for more than 50 years.
Headquartered in Western Australia, the company supports customers nationwide through a network of 40 branches and workshops across the country.
Fans will see the Statewide Bearings GR Supra on track for the first time from Friday at 3:00pm AWST (5:00pm AEST).
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Cameron Hill
Supercars driver, #14 Statewide Bearings GR Supra
"I'm excited to show off the Statewide Bearings Supra this weekend. It's a completely different look to what we're used to, but the colours really pop and I think it's going to stand out on track. A big thanks to the Statewide Bearings team for coming on board for their home event.
"It's amazing that they're using this opportunity to highlight some really great causes.
"Hopefully Perth can be a bit of a reset for us. We came away from Townsville with plenty to look at, and the team has put in a huge amount of work between rounds to understand where we can improve. I'm looking forward to getting back on track, building some momentum over these final Sprint rounds and heading into the Endurance season on a positive note."
Phil Bruce
Managing Director, Statewide Bearings
"At Statewide Bearings, we look for partnerships that reflect who we are as a business. Brad Jones Racing is built on hard work, engineering excellence, reliability and a relentless commitment to performance—qualities that align closely with our own values."
"Our customers operate in demanding industries where performance, precision and dependability matter every day. That's exactly what we see in Brad Jones Racing, and it's why this partnership continues to be such a strong fit for our business."
“Statewide Bearings has proudly supported Australian motorsport for a number of years, recognising the strong alignment between high-performance engineering, innovation and teamwork. The continued partnership with Brad Jones Racing reinforces the company's commitment to supporting Australian industry while investing in relationships that deliver value for customers, suppliers and employees alike.”
Justin Bruce
Director/CFO of Statewide Bearings and Treasurer of both the Child Cancer Research Foundation and Back on Track Foundation
“The partnership is deep personal. As someone who survived childhood leukemia, I know first-hand that the effects of childhood cancer do not simply end when treatment finishes. My family has been involved with the Child Cancer Research Foundation for over 40 years, and I have seen the difference that research, survivorship support and long-term advocacy can make for children and families.
“The Child Cancer Research Foundation and Back on Track support different but closely connected parts of the childhood cancer experience. CCRF helps fund research and survivorship programs, while Back on Track helps children and their siblings rebuild their education, confidence and connection after cancer has disrupted their lives.
“Bringing these organisations together with Statewide Bearings and Brad Jones Racing gives us an opportunity to raise awareness of the full impact of childhood cancer."
About Statewide Bearings
Founded in 1974 Bunbury, Western Australia Statewide Bearings is one of Australia's leading suppliers of bearings, power transmission, linear motion, sealing solutions, industrial products, and engineering services. With branches across Australia and New Zealand, the company is committed to delivering exceptional customer service while investing in its people, customers, suppliers, and local communities.
For more information about Statewide Bearings, please visit www.statewidebearings.com.au
About Child Cancer Research Foundation
Child Cancer Research Foundation is a Western Australian charity supporting children, young people and families affected by childhood cancer. For more than 45 years, the Foundation has funded research into childhood cancers and improved treatments and outcomes for children diagnosed with cancer. Today, its work also includes survivorship support and programs addressing the long-term physical, emotional and social impacts experienced by young people after treatment.
About Back on Track Foundation
Back on Track Foundation is a Western Australian charity providing specialist, trauma-informed education advocacy for children and young people recovering from cancer, as well as their siblings. The Foundation works with families, schools and health professionals to address the educational, cognitive, emotional and social impacts of cancer and its treatment. Through tailored advocacy, learning support, school reintegration planning, family guidance and access to technology, Back on Track helps children reconnect with education and move forward with confidence, regardless of where they live in Western Australia.
About Brad Jones Racing
Brad Jones Racing is one of Australian motorsport's most successful race teams and engineering businesses, amassing 10 national championship wins over more than 30 years of competition.
BJR is the only team to have won more than 100 races combined across Supercars, Super2, Super Touring, NASCAR, AUSCAR and production car racing. Headed by multiple championship-winning driver Brad Jones, the Albury-based organisation proudly competes in the Repco Supercars Championship with a three-car team of factory-supported Toyota GR Supras.
BJR is also a leading team in the Dunlop Super2 Series.
For more information about BJR, please visit www.bradjonesracing.com.au