Rusty's Garage
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Updated about 9 hours agoIn Rusty's Garage, automotive commentator and journalist Greg Rust speaks to the most passionate riders, drivers, designers and collectors he knows. Each guest shares their stories about the machines they've owned, raced, crashed & restored throughout their lives going flat out.
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Episodes (434)
The Motorsport Brief: The wild weekend of racing at Albert Park
Formula One commentator Richard Craill joins Rusty to step through all the drama across the weekend of racing at the Melbourne Grand Prix. (And apologies for some of the language! Rusty's a bit fired up about the GP and some of things said in the wake of it all.) We go through the red flag restarts, the awkward finish, the dangerous track invasion as well as some fascinating insights into what it's like to call the action alongside your childhood hero. We also wrap Oscar Piastri's first ever Championship points in F1, and discuss what's next for Daniel Ricciardo. Plus Tim Edwards, CEO of Tickford Racing, debriefs the Supercars show in Melbourne, and goes through the latest on Gen 3 parity testing and getting to the root cause of those frightening fires for Nick Percat and James Courtney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Damon Hill - Part 1
The 1996 World Champion joins Rusty to chat Formula 1, Albert Park and the media - plus some questions from you, our brilliant listeners. Damon Hill has been a constant in the F1 paddock since retiring, so he knows the ins and outs of the game as good as anyone and he is Australian bound, he will join the Channel Ten team for their coverage of the 2023 Formula One Grand Prix in Melbourne. Remarkably, despite his love for motorsport, he was a late bloomer when it comes to getting in the car and then went on to become the first person to emulate his father and also win a World Championship in Formula 1. If you have any feedback or ideas for Rusty, get in touch on Twitter or Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Motorsport Brief: Shane van Gisbergen opens up ahead of the Grand Prix
The reigning Supercars Champion like you rarely hear. SVG opens up on that controversial opening week at Newcastle, the Gen3 cars, Mark Skaife and more. He chats through his friendship with Max Verstappen and how much he is looking forward to checking out the F1 beasts at the Melbourne Grand Prix. Plus, Oscar Piastri heats up ahead of his home coming to Melbourne. Head to Rusty's Twitter or Instagram and give us your feedback and let us know what else we can help you with on The Motorsport Brief with Rusty. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Motorsport Brief with Rusty: Making sense of the Newcastle drama with Paul Gover
Award winning journalist Paul Gover takes us inside one of the most controversial weekends in Supercars history. The cars, the complaints, the protest, inside motorsport media and the future of the Newcastle 500. And, does the punishment handed down to the Triple Eight fit the crime? It is all in the latest Motorsport Brief with Rusty. Plus, a positive shoutout to an upcoming star in the world of motorsport! Head to Rusty's Twitter or Instagram and give us your feedback and let us know what you want to hear about in future drops of The Motorsport Brief with Rusty. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jenson Button - Part 1
World Champion and all round great bloke, Jenson Button joins Rusty to take us through his motorsport journey...and, the timings couldn't be better! The 2009 F1 World Champion and Albert Park specialist joins the podcast as things get underway in the new Formula 1 season. From a driveway scare as a youngster in his Dad’s pride and joy to the words that became a huge motivator for him. Beating the odds to make his Grand Prix debut with the legendary Williams team and being told to stop the flame thrower within sight of the finish line in Australia. Join Greg 'Rusty' Rust and JB for an inspiring story of one of the most liked figures in the pit lane. This episode is all thanks to Armor All - Everyday Proof Your Car. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jenson Button - Part 2
It's one of our favourite - and fastest guests yet. Jenson Button's chat with Rusty continues with the sweet rides in his garage and the F1 movie Keanu Reeves is driving about Button’s unforgettable title winning season. Plus the impact of his fathers passing and how some of the GP fire went out for him, but Button is back! Jenson still loves racing and is about to embark on a cool new project at Le Mans. Join Greg 'Rusty' Rust as the convo continues with the World Champion turned broadcast pundit. We get Button’s view on Oscar Piastri and what it’s like to be teammates with Lewis Hamilton and Fernando Alonso. It's an action packed episode with one of the world's best. And it's all thanks to Armor All - Everyday Proof Your Car. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Motorsport Brief with Rusty: Supercars Preview with Garth Tander
Five-time Champion, turned Supercars broadcaster Garth Tander joins Greg "Rusty" Rust for a new offering in Rusty's Garage - short, sharp and insightful updates from the world of Motorsport. First up, Garth joins Rusty to preview the 2023 Supercars Championship which commences with the Newcastle 500. The New Gen 3 cars are on the agenda, including all the implications for racing and what we should all be looking out for. Plus, we discuss how real round 1 survival mode is and step through the drivers to watch. Plus, Oscar Piastri's Formula 1 debut and the fallout from McLaren. Scott McLaughlin's hit on Romain Grosjean in the Indy500 opener, and James McFadden notches up win 100 for Rothmotorsport in the World of Outlaws. Head to Rusty's Twitter or Instagram and give us your feedback and let us know what you want to hear about in future drops of The Motorsport Brief with Rusty. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lyall Williamson - Part 1
From a gopher cleaning wheels to becoming one of the most successful team owners in the Tasman, and a very close friendship with the late Denny Hulme - Lyall Williamson has had an astronomical rise in motorsport. Join Greg 'Rusty' Rust on his mission to preserve the story of Lyall, who has worked with over a hundred drivers, ran teams in South Africa, Australia and his native New Zealand. This chat goes everywhere, including a tale of when a Formula 1 greats came down under to race over summer and how one of them crashed into the dunnies! Follow Rusty on Twitter and Instagram @Thrusta1 for all your favourite motorsport news, views and stories! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lyall Williamson - Part 2
It has been one hell of a life in the fast lane, with stories at almost every turn. In part 2, Lyall opens up on BMW’s Bathurst in ‘97, a bittersweet win and loss in equal measure. And the time he had to call Sir Colin Giltrap and tell him a brand new car was torn in half! Join Greg 'Rusty' Rust and Lyall Williamson as they relive some of the stories behind a mountain of trophies at International Motorsport HQ and his recollections of working with modern day stars like Craig Baird, Jason Richards, Earl Bamber and more. Follow Rusty on Twitter and Instagram @Thrusta1 for all your favourite motorsport news, views and stories! See omnystudio.com/listener See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
James McFadden - Part 1
Sprintcar driver James McFadden returns home to Warrnambool in Victoria, to team up with IndyCar driver and former supercar Champion Scott McLaughlin, three-time AFL Premiership player Jack Riewoldt, Journalist and broadcaster Gerard Whateley and hometown legend turned award winning tv producer Tim Hodges to try take out the 50th running of the Warrnambool Sprintcar Classic. What began with skids in a Go Kart around a motor registry car park became a life on the road chasing the US Speedway dream. It's a motorsport story that deserves greater recognition and we're proud to be making noise about it. Join Greg 'Rusty' Rust and loyal Garage listener James McFadden as they talk engine builds for one of the best in Supercars, vivid recollections of holding it wide open in his Dad's racecar which had a huge impact on him and the raw beauty of going sideways with immense horsepower on tap. J-Mac is not only an amazing ambassador for Sprintcars, his authentic storytelling and down to earth nature makes him a great ambassador for motorsport as a whole. Head to James McFadden - Hodges Motorsport to follow James and the team in the Warrnambool Classic: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087361703292 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
James McFadden - Part 2
All roads lead to Warrnambool for James McFadden and Hodges Motorsport for the 50th running of the Grand Annual Sprintcar Classic. Join Greg 'Rusty' Rust and special co-host Scott McLaughlin for this episode of Rusty's Garage. James takes us through the supporters who ride every lap with him and the powerhouse group behind his bid for one the biggest races of the year downunder. James' story is that of an Aussie racer who's never been afraid of adventure, going wheel-to-wheel with legends like Schatz, Sweet and more each week in the United States. And his take on the state of Speedway back home. Head to James McFadden - Hodges Motorsport to follow James' and the team in the Warrnambool Classic: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087361703292 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Owen Kelly - Part 1
The cheeky kid who developed a healthy obsession for NASCAR. Aussie race driver Owen Kelly has taken on the globe, and he has the stories to match it with the best. There are tears and laughs that any racing fan will be able to relate to. He takes us through the Grand National his Dad raced and details the restoration project with his brother and what it was like giving his kart a few too many 'tunes' when he started out on the path to Supercars and the USA. He rarely speaks about a crash that almost saw the chequered flag wave on his career before it really even began but in this episode he opens up to Greg'Rusty' Rust about that frightening day! Join Greg "Rusty" Rust as the pair explore the trials and tribulations of Owen's career of V8 Supercars and NASCAR. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Owen Kelly - Part 2
There are tears and laughs that any racing fan will be able to relate to. From milk crate racing with John Faulkner, buying Peter Brock's road car and sponsorship proposal advice from Mark Skaife and how Owen took a hands-on approach to learning about Supercars. Join Greg 'Rusty' Rust for more of this fascinating chat with Owen Kelly as he zeroes in on meeting NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt Jnr and how his determination would lead to a move to the States to pursue a childhood dream. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Owen Kelly - Part 3
We're releasing this during the holiday season and the conversation is flowing so well, we want you to enjoy a third instalment on us. Owen Kelly wins in a Late Model when he wasn't supposed to, subs for Marcos Ambrose and races with Boris Said. Join Greg 'Rusty' Rust as Owen Kelly laughs about getting lost among French Canadian road signs on the way to practise and a secret test in Jimmy Johnson's NASCAR. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Greg Murphy - The Next Chapter - Part 1
Greg Murphy and Rusty are back together again. Murph returns to Rusty's Garage for the first time since 2018, and the next chapter is as fascinating as the first. Much has changed for the Bathurst legend since 2018. Together Rusty and Murphy unpack the Great Race Wildcard, including a special moment at the top of the Mountain in his final ever Supercars stint. Join Greg 'Rusty' Rust and his good mate Greg Murphy as they talk about some special Motorsport moments and discuss some cool historic race cars that Murph is now entrusted with. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Greg Murphy - The Next Chapter - Part 2
By popular demand the four-time Bathurst winner answers some of your questions. In what has jokingly become known as the 'Grig and Grig' show, Rusty and his neighbour spend time talking about Murph's awesome '69 Dodge Charger restoration project and the next generation of Murphy racers. Join Greg 'Rusty' Rust as a Holden hero in Greg Murphy farewells the brand, and goes into detail about his new role with the Tony Quinn Foundation and his determined bid to improve road safety! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Simon Crafar (Part 1)
Rusty is trackside at Phillip Island with legendary 500cc Grand Prix winner turned MotoGP commentator, Simon Crafar. He learnt some tough lessons along the way, and is here to share it all. From the beautiful emotion of the realisation of his families sacrifice for him to pursue his racing, to the banter off the track with fellow riders. Simon has plenty of gears, and he gets through them all. Join Greg 'Rusty' Rust for an emotion charged ride with Simon Crafar from country New Zealand to the world stage! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Simon Crafar (Part 2)
A broken back, business, politics and winning a 500cc Grand Prix. Simon Crafar reflects brilliantly on the learnings, lessons and experiences from a career that took him all over the world. Plus the genesis for his globally respected Motovudu rider training. Join ‘Rusty’ for an unforgettable lap with the peaceful Kiwi Simon Crafar who is still throwing his leg over multimillion dollar race bikes and loving it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Karl Reindler (Part 1)
From frantically freeing himself from a fireball, to a role on the Formula 1 circuit, Karl Reindler is a survivor in every sense of the word. His career was almost over before it really shifted into gear, but his persistence took him from Perth to race against some famous names at legendary race tracks around the world. Join Greg 'Rusty' Rust as he charts Karl's path. The emotion and passion from Karl is palpable in this unmissable episode of Rusty's Garage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Karl Reindler (Part 2)
The emotion and passion is palpable in this unmissable episode of Rusty's Garage. Karl Reindler steps through the gripping recollections of a firey Supercars crash and the moving emotional toll it took on his family. Today, he is driving the Formula 1 Medical Car.... of all things! Karl has remarkably reinvented himself to stay involved in the sport he loves, even when things didn't go to plan. Join Greg 'Rusty' Rust for a conversation that is as inspiring as it is heartbreaking See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mighty Car Mods (Part 2)
With more than half a billion YouTube views, this story of passion, hard work and fun keeps getting better. But, these insane download numbers and a global social media following hasn't changed Marty and MOOG. Join Greg ‘Rusty’ Rust as they retrace the road to becoming the number one DIY Auto Adventure show and take us inside calls from major Hollywood movie franchises along the way. See Marty and Mood in action at https://www.youtube.com/c/mightycarmods/videos Visit the guys here: https://mightycarmods.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for all the privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mighty Car Mods (Part 1)
Rusty's Garage steps into a Super Garage to discuss a true Aussie automotive success story. Marty & MOOG from Mighty Car Mods join Greg 'Rusty' Rust in a rare conversation that charts this car loving duo and their rise to fame. The self taught legends of car modification reminisce about doing voice on hold messages in the early days to help pay for tyres and step through their pioneering automotive content on YouTube when dial-up internet was still a thing. It really is an inspirational tale of passion and hard work. See Marty and Mood in action at https://www.youtube.com/c/mightycarmods/videos Visit the guys here: https://mightycarmods.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for all the privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lee Holdsworth (Part 1)
On the eve of his second retirement, and ahead of defending his Bathurst 1000 title, Lee Holdsworth joins Greg 'Rusty' Rust for a fabulous chat. He discusses retirement take 2 and his plans beyond Supercars, as well as his nerve-racking recollections of that popular Bathurst win with Chaz Mostert. Join Greg 'Rusty' Rust for a deep and insightful conversation with one of the most liked drivers in the sport - Grove Racing's, Lee Holdsworth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lee Holdsworth (Part 2)
Commitment and loyalty have been the foundations of Lee Holdsworth's successful Supercars career. He forged strong ties with key people in the Supercars pit lane - often on a handshake. Join Rusty for a cracking chat with the Driver's Driver who is notoriously tough, but unbelievably fair when he puts the helmet on. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tony Cochrane (Part 1)
Former Supercars Chairman interviewed like never before, hear about his involvement in a new global Supercross Series, how he got started in the Entertainment business, meeting Barry Sheene and a little known bid to promote the premier World Motorcycle Championship. Tony Cochrane joins host Greg 'Rusty' Rust for an intimate conversation that unpacks the life of the enigmatic former Chairman of Supercars. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.