Dick Johnson Racing CEO David Noble will depart the team at the end of the season as the squad now searches for a replacement vowing to investigate overseas options.
Noble joined DJR following a stint as North Melbourne Football Club coach in the AFL, but was previously a successful administrator among a variety of teams.
Joining at the start of a period of change for Supercars when Gen3 was introduced in 2023, Noble entered when DJR took on the Ford engine supply agreement in addition to the parity reviews and revisions since.
All this changes entering 2026 when Triple Eight will assume control of all this.
Noble revealed in a team statement his intention to chase new opportunities for his decision to not renew his contract.
“I came into motorsport with a background in sport and football administration with a focus on high performance. It’s been exciting adopting those principles and practices in the high-octane world of Supercars,” Noble said.
“New opportunities have opened up for me which I need to explore, and the time is right with the team wrapping up its homologation team and engine supplier responsibilities.
“We have positioned the team for sustainable success in the coming years, where DJR can look forward and simply focus on going racing.
“I want to thank the team owners, staff, partners and passionate supporters for their openness and inclusiveness over my time with the team. I wish the team all the best and am grateful for the friendships and experience.”
Majority owner of DJR, Brett Ralph explained Noble’s impact during his stint as CEO and how it will carry on into the future.
“David came in during a period of significant change and has left us in a far stronger position than when he arrived,” said Ralph.
“He’s set the foundations for what comes next and we’re incredibly grateful. He’s accomplished a lot in that time and navigated us through some significant challenges, always with a view of the bigger picture. We wish him every success for what’s next.”
This news follows the team’s recruitment of Rylan Gray to replace Will Davison for the 2026 Repco Supercars Championship.