Holden Supercar driver Garth Tander has just signed a new deal with HRT. Source: Mark Horsburgh / Supplied
HOLDEN are set to re-sign with the Holden Racing Team (HRT) and reaffirm their commitment to V8 Supercars after early this month locking down for at least another two years Red Bull Racing Australia.
A day after former champion Garth Tander dismissed interest from rival teams to sign on for another stint with the powerful factory outfit, The Daily Telegraph can reveal Holden are close to sealing a deal with HRT.
Holden's involvement in the sport was threatened, with Australian operations to be shut down and the Commodore facing extinction.
But it is full steam ahead, with Holden certain to continue against Nissan and Volvo by backing two of the most powerful and best resourced teams in the field.
The future of Ford still remains in doubt, while Erebus V8 Australia, which uses AMG Mercedes, could fold under financial pressure or switch to another manufacturer.
HRT scored a win yesterday with the team able to retain long-time servant Tander despite suggestions he may abandon the team with no shortage of suitors.
The deal was announced before Tander's home race, with the Perth round to begin tomorrow at Barbagallo Raceway.
"It's great to sign a new deal with the Holden Racing Team," Tander said.
"It's an exciting time for the team, with the structural changes made before the start of the season starting to bear fruit. I really believe in what we're doing."
HRT managing director Adrian Burgess was pleased to have his formidable driving combination locked in for next year, with James Courtney also on a long-term deal.
"We're over the moon with Garth re-signing, and committing the next stage of his future, to the Holden Racing Team," Burgess said.
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