Rusty's Garage

James Allen (Part 1)

07 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Respected Formula One commentator talks Schumacher, Senna and Hamilton in a rare insight into the elusive F1 paddock. And what it was like working wit...

James Allen (Part 2)

07 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Behind the scenes of Webber/Vettel meltdowns, where the Hamilton vs Verstappen rivalry is headed and leading motorsport's shift into new age digi...

Inside McLaren F1 - Bob McMurray (Part 1)

14 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The reality of Hunt vs Lauda and the golden era of McLaren, and what the inner-sanctum of one of Formula One's biggest teams was really like.  Jo...

Inside McLaren F1 - Bob McMurray (Part 2)

14 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The shock of Ayrton Senna's passing, the moment they knew Lewis Hamilton was special, and James Hunt's mischievous, but loving personality.  Bob ...

Ryan Walkinshaw (Part 1)

24 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Supercars Team Owner opens up about his late father Tom Walkinshaw, the special Jaguar XJS he adores and the Monaco life he's balancing with busin...

Ryan Walkinshaw (Part 2)

24 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The moment he learnt Holden shut down, negotiations with Formula One's Zak Brown, and the contract move that surprised the Supercars paddock. Supercar...

Ryan Story (Part 2)

20 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Bathurst 2019. A reflection, and an inside look into what occurred. As well, as all seemed lost, and a complete rebuild of Dick Johnson Racing was req...

Ryan Story (Part 1)

20 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dick Johnson Racing's CEO didn't always work in motorsport. In fact, he's spent much of his life crunching data at the highest levels of government. B...

Mr Motocross Jeff Leisk (Part 1)

23 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

One of the world's most respected two-wheel off road racers, and an eight-time Australian Motocross Champion. This WA-born speedster is a pioneering, ...

Mr Motorcycle Industry Jeff Leisk (Part 2)

23 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The racing regrets harboured in retirement, a race loss after running out of fuel on track, and an emu farming adventure. After admitting to leaving t...

Andy McElrea (Part 2)

04 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Changing lives on and off the track, turning down an offer from legends Peter Brock and Dick Johnson, and the career defining financial decision that ...

Andy McElrea (Part 1)

04 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The larrikin racer turned team owner who stole rival team apparel, took part in crazy late night pitstop practise in a caravan park, and went on to wi...

Fabian Coulthard (Part 2)

12 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A life changing dinner with Roger Penske, the impact of Brad Jones and why their relationship is so important, and why BMX bikes, coffee and his kids ...

Fabian Coulthard (Part 1)

12 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Teammates with Lewis Hamilton, why F1 didn't happen, go-karting in a shopping centre car park, and an infamous flight with the legend Larry Perkins. S...

Rhianon Gelsomino (Part 2)

20 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A shoey with Travis Pastrana, teaching the art of co-driving and a devastating inferno, American Rally Champion Rhianon Gelsomino is a shining example...

Rhianon Gelsomino (Part 1)

20 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Co-driver car sickness, learning to walk after a horrific crash and winning P.E teacher of the year. Rhianon Gelsomino’s story is of humble begi...

Chris Atkinson (Part 2)

30 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Subaru WRC car he has a soft spot for, hanging out with Hoonigan Ken Block, Rallycross in America and Recce Car tales. Join Greg 'Rusty' Rust in e...

Chris Atkinson (Part 1)

30 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Riding in a booster seat in his Dad's rally car, trading places with his brother and landing career defining drives in China via Facebook - Chris Atki...

Chris Vermeulen (Part 1)

16 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Being mentored by the Great Barry Sheene, riding in Mark Knopfler's plane and winning the Supersport world title - Chris Vermeulen is far and above a ...

Chris Vermeulen (Part 2)

16 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Buying Richard Hammond's car, making the bucket hat fashionable again, winning in MotoGP and some memorable Grand Prix podiums. Share the laughs, yarn...

Warren Luff (Part 1)

01 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sitting on pillows to see over the wheel in his pre-teens to racing at the Nurburgring, a journey of stunting, crashing and living his automotive drea...

Warren Luff (Part 2)

01 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to be a great co-driver? How do you end up driving for movie stars? And what is the one trick every stunt driver should know? These ...

Alex Briggs (Part 1)

31 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Valentino Rossi's longstanding right-hand man started out as a bus mechanic - some 20 years later, he's a World Champion, and considered one of the be...

Alex Briggs (Part 2)

31 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

World title celebrations with Mick Doohan and how they're uniquely Aussie, plus, racing flash point and how he's fair game for his wife's stand up com...

Coral Taylor (Part 1)

11 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Rally legend, and one of the most loved members of Australian motorsport, she was driving well before she had a licence and rose to become one of rall...

Coral Taylor (Part 2)

11 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The secrets behind her legendary pace-notes, reflecting on the late Possum Bourne, and the tricky transition to industry board member.  Coral Tay...

Jason Crump (Part 1)

19 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

One of Speedway's greatest ever riders explores how the dark days helped win a World Championship, and answers why Speedway such a difficult beast. Ex...

Jason Crump (Part 2)

19 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Fans pelting him with tinnies in Poland, hiring a security detail and the decision to retire, un-retire and the toll that takes.  Explore the sto...

Wayne Gardner (Part 1)

01 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Australia's first 500cc World Champion, how a $5 bike put him on a path to conquer the world and why the 80s were a defining era for two-wheel racing....

Wayne Gardner (Part 2)

01 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Why loyalty stopped him winning more world championships, the one thing that changed the Aussie GP forever, and what it means to now act as a mentor f...

Wayne Gardner (Part 3)

01 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Team ownership turmoil, the crash that ended his car racing career and the next generation Gardner taking on the world.  Explore the unparalleled...

Will Power (Part 1)

08 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

From testing an F1 car in Europe, to hustling a Datsun 1200 on the dirt in Toowoomba, IndyCar's Aussie hero has always followed an uncertain path in h...

Will Power (Part 2)

08 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The one race that changed it all, a mind-blowing car repair job, and what is on the horizon when retirement comes knocking.  IndyCar's greatest e...

Bruce Garland (part 1)

16 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The iconic Aussie racer who went from paddock bashing as a teenager to tackling the demanding desert hills of Dakar.  Bruce Garland, the larrikin...

Bruce Garland (Part 2)

16 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Surviving the blistering Dakar heat and what engineering ingenuity allowed him to sustain long haul stints behind the wheel.  Bruce Garland, the ...

Leigh Diffey (Part 1)

28 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

An automotive legend, and a commentary genius tells how a worn out early 70's Toyota Corolla and baking Carrot cakes, yep...carrot cakes helped him ma...

Leigh Diffey (Part 2)

28 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Taking calls from Bernie Ecclestone, friendships with Mario Andretti and surviving wild rides with Steve Parrish on the road to the Indy 500 and the O...

Aaron Slight (Part 1)

07 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A Kiwi Moto-GP legend, he once rocked up to race in gumboots, and had to get creative to prove to the New Zealand police he was old enough for a motor...

Aaron Slight (Part 2)

07 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The serious brain injury that framed the unique challenges of endurance racing, and how grit, determination and a little bit of luck turned it all aro...

Russell Ingall (Part 1)

17 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The Bathurst 1000 winner has never spoken about his life and career in length. In his first ever podcast appearance, the V8 Supercar legend explores t...

Russell Ingall (Part 2)

17 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Putting it all on the line to race overseas, the decisions that changed his life and a return home to cement himself as one of the greats.  Russe...

Russell Ingall (Part 3)

17 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In the conclusion of this extraordinary conversation, explore the bitter rivalry that changed his career, the struggle of not being behind the wheel a...

Jeff Grech (Part 1)

22 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Holden Team Racing's former team boss opens up for one of the first times, and explores the incredible characters and cars he came across in the early...

Jeff Grech (Part 2)

22 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Tackling the controversial decision to promote young drivers, the clever innovation in the V8 Supercars engineering arms race and a reconciliation wit...

Rosco McGlashan (Part 1)

05 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

As the Australian land-speed world record holder this gregarious Aussie has an insatiable love of going fast, and is the driver of the world's wildest...

Rosco McGlashan (Part 2)

05 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Building and driving a rocket powered car at the age of 70, and how trying to become the fastest person on Earth is more fun than dangerous. Rosco McG...

Eric Bana (Part 1)

24 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Award-winning actor, and a lover of all things automotive. Bikes, cars, racing and an exclusive look at his new project that blends passion with occup...

Eric Bana (Part 2)

24 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The lure of racing at Bathurst, a hands on rebuild of a car he calls "The Beast", and the one thing Dick Johnson did that helped me get started. ...

Jason Bright (Part 1)

03 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

500+ V8 Supercar race starter, the Formula Ford prospect tells all about secret conversations from the USA, pit-lane politics and the origins of an il...

Jason Bright (Part 2)

03 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A shock return to Supercars, how the deal nearly collapsed, and why Bathurst played such a meaningful role in getting it over the line.  V8 Super...

Brendon Hartley (Part 1)

13 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The Formula 1 prodigy turned Endurance Racing World Champion opens up about the F1 experience, life behind the wheel of a formula car, and why he's pi...

Brendon Hartley (Part 2)

13 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The never revealed deal to join IndyCar, a tip for winning 24 hour Le Mans (twice), and how he wrangled a monster Porsche 919. Brendon Hartley, former...

John Cleland (Part 1)

22 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

1989 and 1995 British Touring Car Champion, a legend of the sport and a driver who's been behind some extraordinary touring machines.  From ownin...

John Cleland (Part 2)

22 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Why he called time on his stellar touring car career, the difficulties of not being behind the wheel and a move into commentary.   British T...

Craig Baird (Part 1)

01 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A touring car secret, racing against Yvan Muller, stories from the Bathurst 12-Hour and a Kiwi exclusive reflection on the state of motorsport in 2020...

Craig Baird (Part 2)

01 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Why he's the world's most successful Porsche Cup driver, reflecting on his up and down Supercar's career and a decision he made that changed things po...

Dario Franchitti (Part 1)

08 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

5x IndyCar Series Champion, 3x Indianapolis 500 winner and a uniquely courageous legend of global racing went from a 10 year old in karts, to the Scot...

Dario Franchitti (Part 2)

08 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The catastrophic, career ending crash that thwarted Bathurst and Le Mans plans, the long road to recovery and the realisation he wouldn't be racing th...

Neil Crompton (Part 1)

27 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Our all-time most requested guest and the voice of Australian motorsport. He unpacks his passion for bike racing, to driving for Brock and landing as ...

Neil Crompton (Part 2)

27 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Behind the scenes of a Supercars broadcast, the things he couldn't say on-air and the fascinating stories from the world of media.  Neil Crompton...

Rubens Barrichello

06 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Unheard stories of Formula 1, being team-mates with Michael Schumacher, the mysterious world of Ferrari, and the real drama of life in the paddock. Ru...

Roland Dane (Part 1)

16 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

One of the most powerful figures in Supercars opens up about the mysterious side of automotive, and the unique challenges we face in Australian motors...

Roland Dane (Part 2)

16 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The Holden Team Racing deal that never happened, what it's like to own a Supercars team, and how he conquered Australian motorsport.  From Automo...

Matt Mingay (Part 1)

25 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Tom Cruise's stunt-double in Mission Impossible: II, the madness of Stadium Super Trucks and why his life is on the line every time he's behind the wh...

Matt Mingay (Part 2)

24 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The crash that almost killed him, the secretive world of Bollywood and a longer than expected road to recovery.  Stadium Super Trucks driver Matt...

Tony Quinn (Part 1)

03 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The untold multimillion dollar success story about cars, racing and business, why he's helping young drivers and aspirations to dominate in Europe.  ...

Tony Quinn (part 2)

03 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

His never before seen car collection, the way he's used motorsport as a marketing technique and what legacy now means for him.  Tony Quinn is one...

Chad Reed (Part 1)

13 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The best Supercross racer in the world opens up about trading in a horse for his first bike, and the instant connection he felt to the sport.  Fr...

Chad Reed (Part 2)

13 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The mystery of how he broke world records, calling time on professional bike racing, and the new project he's kept under wraps. Supercross legend Chad...

Bill Woods (Part 1)

23 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Untold stories with Barry Sheene at Ten Motorsport, behind closed doors broadcasting hilarity and how writing about motorsport changed his life. ...

Bill Woods (Part 2)

23 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The crashes that were kept secret, why Channel 10 Motorsport was the golden-era of motorsport, and the never before heard stories from the paddock.&nb...

Casey Stoner (Part 1)

02 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

After evading media in post-race life, the MotoGP legend opens up for the first time about the silent battle he's been fighting in retirement and life...

Casey Stoner (Part 2)

02 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The untold aspects of his rivalry with Valentino Rossi, the reason behind his shock decision to retire, and the new battle he's facing to get back to ...

Graeme Crosby (Part 1)

11 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

One of the most successful racers we've ever seen, The Larrikin Biker opens up about political correctness, and why things have changed since the 70's...

Graeme Crosby (Part 2)

11 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The only racer to win the Imola 200, Daytona 200, and the Isle of Man TT, this Kiwi has always been an outrageous character.  Graeme Crosby was s...

Graeme Crosby (Part 3)

11 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A bike restoration we couldn't believe, the shock decision to stop racing bikes, and the untold 2006 Hall of Fame ceremony stories.  In the concl...

Michael Masi

23 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when a world championship is on the line, and how umpiring Formula One has never been more difficult.  Thrust into the F1 spotlight ...

Victor Bray (Part 1)

09 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The unheard stories of street drag-racing, where the movies get it wrong, and becoming one of the sport's pioneering figures.  From growing the f...

Victor Bray (part 2)

09 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A brutal battle with cancer, and how the wins, world records and insane burnouts turned this champion bloke into the Peter Brock of drag racing. ...

Garry Rush

19 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The untold story of trying Formula One, becoming an icon of Australian Speedway and how his 10 National Sprintcar titles mean a lot, but not everythin...

Marcos Ambrose

29 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Single minded, uncompromising and brutal in his approach to life - the NASCAR icon opens up about the psychology of motorsport.   Marcos Amb...

Paul Morris

08 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Once described as a ‘Dirty Dangerous Dude’, the straight talking racer with a diversely impressive CV now uses that experience to coach th...

Mark Larkham

17 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The cult figure of the Supercars TV coverage loves a good yarn, from paddock bashing to Bathurst, hear how Mark Larkham has achieved a lot on and off ...

Steve Parrish

27 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

From burning down a toilet block in Finland, to owning a fire-truck, enjoy a few laughs, as Barry Sheene’s best mate ‘Stavros’ recou...

David Brabham

06 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

With the weight of expectation in his family dynasty, this Le Mans 24 Hour winner has made his own successful mark on the global racing stage, and car...

John Bowe

15 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The serious off-track battle that inspired this Supercars Legend to selflessly save lives, and inspire millions.  Even after a thousand starts, J...

Sam Michael

25 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

McLaren's Sporting Director, and hand-picked to work for Frank Williams - this Aussie engineer has worked for some of the biggest teams in Formula One...

Jonathan Rea

04 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Six-time Superbike World Champion, and a true GOAT of global motorsport, this Northern Irish racer has lived a one in a billion life. Dream. Believe. ...

Paul Radisich

11 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

After facing serious financial strains, this Kiwi-battler had to make a number of choices to still pursue his Supercars dream.  But those strains...

Ryan Briscoe

21 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Racing is sometimes called a ‘Piranha Club’ but this 24 Hour Daytona Champion has proven that nice guys don’t have to finish last. R...

Mark Skaife

31 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Arguably the greatest V8 Supercar driver of all-time, he is unmatched and aptly considered one of Australia's winningest ever sports people. Mark Skai...

Scott McLaughlin

10 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

That iconic final round of an unforgettable V8 Supercars season will go down in history. This inside look is filled with untold yarns about one of Aus...

Mick Doohan

19 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Five time World Champion, and one of the world's greatest every motorcycle racers opens up like never before. Details of his horrific leg injury, and ...

Merrick Watts

29 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

From rehearsing stand-up material at traffic lights to how his comedic instinct saved a family road-trip from boiling over! Aussie comedian Merrick Wa...

Grant Denyer

06 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Almost being pronounced dead on-air after a frightening rally crash, opening up like never before, the balance racing has given his life, and why goin...

Glenn Seton

17 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Supercars Hall of Famer and a true champion of Bathurst, hear the untold stories of Nissan's time in V8's and why championship titles with Ford are di...

Mad Mike Whiddett

27 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

One of the world's best drifters, The Mad Man details his collection of fire breathing Mazdas and how he's always on the edge of losing control. ...

Craig Lowndes

06 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The reason behind the shock decision to stop racing full-time and the mystery surrounding V8 Supercars' future. As well as Championship wins and Bathu...

Toby Price

16 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The first Aussie to ever win Dakar opens up like never before, and details the pain, sweat and tears on route to his game changing victory in the dese...

Mark Webber

17 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Deciding between Ferrari and Red-Bull, and what Fernando Alonso said to change his mind. From BMX tear away on the streets of Queanbeyan to reach...