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Yellow turns to orange as Thryv powers the Kavich brothers’ Race For A Cure
The 2025 Hi-Tec Oils Bathurst 6 Hour (18-20 April) is set to deliver another thrilling chapter in the legacy of endurance racing, but this year, there is an unmistakable change on the grid.
The iconic Yellow Pages Race For A Cure car driven by seasoned drivers Ben and Michael Kavich, will turn orange, marking a dynamic new era in partnership with Thryv® (NASDAQ: THRY).
Once again, the Kavich brothers will be joined by Supercars star Thomas Randle, whose return strengthens an already formidable team. Randle, who also battled cancer, brings both skill and a deep personal connection to the Race For A Cure mission, making his presence even more meaningful as the team pushes for victory.
Since launching Race For A Cure in 2017, the Kavich family has raised close to $250,000 for Breast Cancer Trials (BCT), using their passion for motorsport to fuel vital research that improves survival rates and treatment outcomes for those affected by breast cancer.
Now backed by Thryv, the leading small business marketing and sales software provider, the Kavich brothers are shifting gears into a bold new chapter. Their car will debut a fresh orange livery, symbolising Thryv’s support for the cause and reinforcing the team’s commitment to driving real-world impact, both on and off the track.
Ben Kavich says, “Thryv’s support fuels both our racing ambitions and our commitment to funding life-saving breast cancer research. It’s a bold and colourful move and we love it.”
“We have shared an incredible journey with Yellow, but now it’s time to turn the page and write the next chapter in orange with Thryv. It’s fresh, it’s fearless and it reflects the energy we are bringing to the track this year.”Elise Balsillie, Head of Thryv Australia and New Zealand, is thrilled to see Thryv’s presence on the Bathurst grid evolve.
“Our partnership with the Kavich brothers has always been about driving impact – on the track and in the lives of Australians facing breast cancer. The switch to orange symbolises Thryv’s continued dedication to making a difference. Just like small businesses, endurance racing is all about precision, strategy and resilience – values Thryv shares with Ben and Michael.”
Ben and Michael Kavich are second-generation racers, having grown up watching their father Tony Kavich compete in Australian touring cars. Tony, a former Australian Touring Car driver and 1988 AUSCAR champion at the Calder Park Thunderdome, was backed by Yellow Pages at Bathurst in the 1980s, first in his Mazda RX7 Group C car, then in his ex-Allan Grice Group A Commodore.
That iconic yellow car became synonymous with grit, passion and perseverance. Ben and Michael, who run a truck and heavy machinery repair business in Eastern Creek, have since followed in their father’s tyre tracks, racing in categories such as HQ Holdens, Formula Ford, Commodore Cup, historic touring cars, production cars and V8 Utes.
They have competed in every Bathurst 6 Hour since its inception in 2016, notching impressive outright finishes including 10th, 7th, 4th and most recently 2nd place, along with strong class results.
Race For A Cure was launched by the Kavich family after Ben’s wife, Toula Kavich, was diagnosed with breast cancer immediately following the inaugural Bathurst 6 Hour in 2016. Her diagnosis was a devastating blow to the Kavich family, who had already seen the impact of the disease through Ben and Michael’s grandmother and mother. Determined to turn adversity into action, the brothers merged their love for motorsport with a drive to support life-saving research.
Race For A Cure has since grown into a powerful initiative, raising critical funds to support clinical trials that aim to improve treatment and survival outcomes for those affected by breast cancer.
Karen Price, CEO, Breast Cancer Trials says, The Kavich brothers’ Race For A Cure initiative exemplifies the extraordinary impact that passion and dedication can have in advancing breast cancer research. Their commitment not only fuels hope but also drives tangible progress toward more effective treatments and, ultimately, a cure for all people impacted by breast cancer.”
“Breast cancer remains the most commonly diagnosed cancer among Australian women, and your support is making a real impact to the lives of so many.” Karen said.
While the colour may have changed, the mission remains the same and that is to push the limits, race for a cure, and inspire a community to make a difference.
The 2025 Bathurst 6 Hour will take place over the Easter long weekend. If you are interested in donating to Race For A Cure, visit this link.