These Camaros are being reborn as Toyota Supra supercars and heading for the racetrack
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BJR takes an unexpected approach to building its next-generation cars
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One of the cars will mark a first for the team’s engineering program
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Toyota’s plans could reshape how the Supercars grid looks next season
Published on May 17, 2025 at 2:05 AM (UTC+4)
by Callum Tokody
Last updated on May 16, 2025 at 12:58 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Kate Bain
Toyota Supra supercars are coming to Supercars 2026 as part of a Brad Jones Racing build that includes a Gen3 Supra and repurposed Camaros for the grid.
This Brad Jones Racing build is the team’s most ambitious yet, marking its transition away from Chevrolet and into Toyota’s expanding Supercars program.
The Gen3 Supra will be built entirely in-house, showcasing BJR’s engineering growth.
With Supercars 2026 set to reshape the championship, this move reinforces Toyota’s long-term goals on the grid.
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Toyota’s alliance with Walkinshaw Andretti United was the first step, but adding a Brad Jones Racing build makes the manufacturer’s intentions even clearer.
Toyota Supra supercars will now total six entries in Supercars 2026, allowing greater flexibility and performance benchmarking.
The Gen3 Supra design brings with it aerodynamic and chassis improvements that align with the latest regulations.
With multiple teams providing input, Toyota can maximize its development potential in real time.
The Brad Jones Racing build also represents a structural milestone for the team.
It will be the first time BJR constructs a Gen3 Supra chassis internally rather than sourcing externally.
Alongside the new build, three former Camaro chassis will be transformed into Toyota Supra supercars to complete the team’s four-car lineup.
This dual strategy keeps costs contained while meeting the performance goals of Supercars 2026.
Toyota Supra supercars are central to the manufacturer’s re-entry into the championship.
Their arrival under the Gen3 rules introduces a different design language and platform philosophy.
By having both Walkinshaw and a Brad Jones Racing build on track, Toyota is ensuring wide representation across key rounds.
Supercars 2026 offers a fresh landscape, and the Gen3 Supra is Toyota’s way of asserting influence in that space.
With work already underway, the Brad Jones Racing build is on schedule to deliver its first Gen3 Supra and support cars by the start of Supercars 2026.
Toyota Supra supercars are expected to make a strong debut thanks to the mix of in-house engineering and efficient Camaro conversions.
The combination of new resources, experienced teams, and aligned objectives makes Toyota a serious contender for next year’s championship.
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Callum Tokody is a content writer at Supercar Blondie, where he covers the latest in the automotive world with a focus on design and performance. Callum has a background in automotive journalism and has contributed to a range of publications in Australia and the UK. Outside of work, he’s a design enthusiast with a soft spot for anything with a V8 and a good story.
