Shannons has renewed its alliance with two-time GT World Challenge Australia Powered by AWS champion, Liam Talbot, who shares a Volante Rosso prepared Aston Martin Vantage GT3 Evo with Declan Fraser for the six-round Championship in 2025.
Shannons becomes the naming-rights sponsor for the entry, rekindling a relationship between Shannons and Talbot that saw him claim his first GTWCA title on the streets of Adelaide in 2023.
In addition, the Volante Rosso Aston Martin features prominent branding from The Children’s Hospital Foundation, Talbot aligning with the charity as part of his 2025 racing campaign.
Talbot will be raising awareness and funds for Queensland’s Children’s Hospital Foundation, making the pledge to personally match donations dollar-for-dollar.
The striking new livery features a QR code for spectators and viewers of the broadcast to scan and donate.
Having secured his second title in-a-row in 2024 in an Arise Racing Ferrari 296 GT3, Talbot is aiming to make it a threepeat of titles in 2025.
GT World Challenge Australia is the headline act for the opening round of the Shannons SpeedSeries, held at Phillip Island, April 4–6.
It is the first of six rounds visiting the best permanent circuits in Australia, with the final round to be held in New Zealand.
Follow the links below to find out more information about the Children’s Hospital Foundation, as well as the link to contribute to Talbot’s fundraising efforts.
Website: childrens.org.auDonation: childrens.org.au/liamtalbot
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Liam Talbot
Driver, Volante Rosso Aston Martin
“I am delighted to once again be teaming up with Shannons for my 2025 GT World Challenge Australia campaign," said Talbot.
“Shannons is a brand that encourages and supports my core beliefs and principles, not only as a motoring enthusiast, but also in my efforts to support charities.
“Supporting the Children’s Hospital Foundation is something that is close to my heart, and I am incredibly proud to be associated with a foundation that raises crucial funds for a service that helps perform miracles every day.
“Please support me in supporting the Children’s Hospital Foundation. If you donate, I will match it – and together we can make a difference.
“This new livery looks spectacular, and I cannot wait to get our season underway in earnest at Phillip Island.”
Stephen Nutbean
Executive Manager – Shannons Insurance
“The team at Shannons is thrilled to align with Liam and the Volante Rosso race team in 2025,” said Nutbean.
“We have shared some great memories and results with Liam in the past and we are excited for this next chapter as he fights for his third consecutive championship with a new manufacturer, Aston Martin, and its stunning Vantage GT3 Evo model.
“Liam’s core values and principles resonate with the Shannons team, and we are proud to support his great initiative to raise as much as possible throughout the season for the Children’s Hospital Foundation.”
Lyndsey Rice
CEO, Children’s Hospital Foundation
“We are incredibly grateful to have Liam Talbot and his team racing for the Children’s Hospital Foundation this season,” said Rice.
“Not only is he spreading awareness of the incredible work of the Foundation and helping raise vital funds for sick kids and their families, but he’s also matching every donation – doubling the impact for those who need it most.
“This is an incredible opportunity for the community to get behind a champion and make their generosity go even further. Now is the time to give.”