With Sandown and Bathurst just around the corner one of the all time greats checks in. Could Craig Lowndes add yet another piece of 500 silverware to his already impressive collection or have his name etched on the famed Peter Brock trophy once again?

CL catches up with Rusty trackside at the iconic Highlands Motorsport Park on New Zealand’s South Island to talk about renewing his ties with Triple 8 which will take him to a record two decades with the powerhouse Supercars outift.

Plus the immense buzz he gets from wildcard programme and mentoring the next generation including Zane Goddard who will pair with him this year in the Camaro. And why viewers can expect a level of unpredictability at Sandown and at the Mountain as they put the new Gen-3 Supercars to the biggest test yet. 

And a full wrap from the rest of the world of Motorsport, including headlines out of the Italian Grand Prix and the latest from Indy car and MotoGP. 

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Step back to a golden era of Formula One with one of Rusty’s cherished colleagues, Louise Goodman. From the young UK traveler who ventured to Australia and seized an opportunity at the Adelaide Grand Prix that propelled her into the exciting world of F1 to working with legends like Eddie Jordan, Martin Brundle and others and doing PR before an almost ‘sink or swim’ move into pit reporting for the live TV coverage.

Louise Goodman became one of the most loved figures in the paddock that just about anyone would talk to and they still do. She shares what it was like to work for EJ and recalls the heart-stopping tale of Eddie Irvine waterskiing just days before a Grand Prix, all while Neil Crompton was at the helm of the boat! Lou also shares a backstory of one her PR collaborations with Martin Brundle and a daring role swap with Colin McRae. We also explore a pivotal moment in the history of the Jordan team in Belgium.

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There is plenty to come with my colleague and the esteemed F1 TV reporter, Louise Goodman. Louise's extensive network and profound respect from key personnel in the pitlane have afforded her almost unparalleled access, peeling back the curtain on the intricate workings of Formula One. 

Not that she actively claims it, but Lou stands as something of a pioneering figure for women in the modern era of motorsport, having ventured from PR and communications to broadcasting, all while maintaining a humble team-player mentality that underscores her commitment and professionalism. 

She shares the story of chatting to the stars of Oceans 11 before the Monaco Grand Prix and working with broadcasting royalty in Murray Walker. Louise's resilience and her rapport with the teams enabled her to actively work on a pit stop giving viewers a unique insight. Plus, some golden takeaways for young racers around media training which once included a young talent named Lando Norris. All that and more, in our latest feature interview.

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Richie Stanaway has signed on for a full-time Supercars return with Penrite Racing, just weeks ahead of his enduro debut with Triple Eight in partnership with Shane van Gisbergen and the returning racer joins Rusty with all the details of his return to racing.

From the dealing, to the technical aspects of the racing world to delving into the physical, mental and emotional challenges that drivers face, it's an insightful look at Richie's return. 

Plus, Indy500 news, a European Rally Championship update, Motocross, the Dutch round of F1's and more.  

All that, is waiting for you in the latest edition of the Motorsport Brief. 

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This feature interview is the perfect spark to ignite the next 100 episodes of Rusty's Garage! Join Rusty, as he dives into the thrilling world of motorsports with Michael Caruso. It's engaging, fun and insightful. 

Uncover Caruso's incredible journey – which really is a masterclass for aspiring racers. Hold on tight as we explore his entry into Nationals after just a few kart races, which includes grabbing the keys to his dad's racecar on his way to an epic adventure. Brace for tales of grit, twists and turns. Plus the influence of the legendary Kevin Bartlett.

This charismatic racer shares heart-pounding moments – from Formula 3 excitement to Europe as well as the jaw-dropping F3000 racecar, with a surprising price tag and his leap into the Supercars scene. Gear up, tune in, and let Rusty take you on a journey through Caruso's awe-inspiring racing story.

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Affectionately known as "Robbo", by none other than the legendary Garry Rogers, this chat continues to flow through the highs and lows of Michael Caruso's racing career, including the fateful twist which catapulted him into the driver's seat at Bathurst. As well as the insights into how Brad and Kim Jones guided him through that intense weekend. 

We head back in time to the iconic first-gen Supercars with their H-pattern gearboxes. Plus, his bond with the incredible Lee Holdsworth and how they steered GRM to unprecedented heights. We go beyond Nissan's Altima program, and step into the realms of TV, TCR and plenty more. 

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Award winning Supercars reporter and commentator Chad Neylon joins the show with a first hand account of the impact Brodie Kostecki and Shane van Gisbergen made on NASCAR at Indianapolis. 

Plus, a full dive into what SVG's move to NASCAR in 2024 means, and how it looks for Will Brown this year and beyond. Silly season in Supercars is busier than ever, and Chad Neylon is one of the most respected and balanced voices in the game to tell us all about it, 

So, as the Supercars head to South Australia for the OTR Supersprint - the final stop on the tour before the endurance races begin - we have all you need to know. 

All that, is waiting for you in the latest edition of the Motorsport Brief. 

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The Knoxville Nationals is the Bathurst1000, the Indy500, the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the Monaco GP. It is the mecca of world Sprintcars - and Aussie weapon James McFadden joined Rusty to give us all the insights ahead of his shot at the ultimate prize in one of the biggest spectacles in all of motorsport..

So, despite the Formula 1 mid season break, we have your motorsport fix covered. With our Aussies in the States, there is no shortage of action to preview. From Shane van Gisbergen and Brodie Kostecki in NASCAR, Scott McLaughlin in IndyCar and James McFadden and a bunch of other Aussie Sprintcar drivers competing in the Knoxville Nationals!

J-Mac is as good as a character in all of Australian motorsport, and one hell of a talented driver as well. After his last start win in the Front Row Challenge at Southern Iowa Speedway, he heads to the Knoxville Nationals with plenty of confidence, and he shares all his insights into one of the best things in motorsport, with Rusty. Plus, he gives his candid thoughts on World Series Sprint Cars and racing in Australia. 

All that, is waiting for you in the latest edition of the Motorsport Brief. 

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A wrap of the weekend of racing, all the headlines from the Supercars under lights at Sydney Motorsport Park, to Formula 1 in Spa, as well as Formula 2 results, including a sizzling performance from Jack Doohan. 

Plus, we are joined by Aaron Noonan for a deep dive into his book, Bathurst - 60 Years of the Great Race as we start the countdown - that's right, there are less than 70 days until the Bathurst 1000 - we discuss the history, the highlights and all the stories.

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A deep dive into Daniel Ricciardo's return, Oscar Piastri's rise and plenty more with\Sky F1 commentator Karun Chandok as we gear up for the Belgian Grand Prix at Spa, plus the thrilling title decider for Formula E in London this weekend, NASCAR in Richmond and plenty of action close to home, as well. 

Rusty's steps through the unique twist in the format for the upcoming Sydney Super night in Supercars. And the latest news of Simona di Silvestro's highly-anticipated return for Bathurst with a Dick Johnson Racing wildcard entry, partnering with the impressive rookie Kai Allen.  As well as an update on TCR champion Tony D’Alberto's new set of wheels and the exciting addition of night races in the Shannons Speed Series at Sydney Motorsport Park.

It's the 20-minutes of motorsport that you HAVE to listen to and share with a mate. 

Join us for this action-packed episode and stay tuned for more motorsport updates next week, including a fantastic new book release celebrating a Bathurst milestone. 

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