Rusty is on the road (again)! This time, in Canberra for Round 1 of the Australian Rally Championship. We catch up with former competitor and friend Dean Herridge who is working with Rusty on the TV coverage of the series to cast an eye over the field and their chances.

Rusty also chats with Series Manager Adrian Coppin about the season and some tweaks to the weekend schedule given the wet weather forecast.

There are plenty of questions to step through ahead of the ARC. How will defending champion Harry Bates go in that awesome new Toyota Rally 2 car? Does the tried and tested Yaris his brother, Lewis Bates is running give him an upper hand? Plus, 2014 Champion Scott Pedder is back, former Supercars driver Alex Rullo now has a year of this level of rallying under his belt, and although we couldn’t catch up with her it’s great that our first ever podcast guest Molly Taylor is back in a Subaru.

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Take a cool, behind-the-scenes look at the workshop where Jack Perkins continues to uphold the esteemed Perkins Engineering legacy. Join Rusty and Jack as they explore some truly remarkable cars, meticulously maintained to ensure they are period-correct, showcasing Jack's dedication to the craft and the lengths he goes to preserve automotive history.

Experience the rollercoaster journey of elite-level competition through Jack's eyes, as he navigates the highs and lows with resilience, all while maintaining the unique Perkins family connection to motorsport. His approach to racing, grounded in authenticity and passion, adds a rich layer to the generational saga of the Perkins in motorsport.

Jack also shares his personal battle with diabetes, highlighting how he spearheaded a movement for change in the sport's perception of athletes dealing with the condition, and his advocacy for those aspiring to race despite such challenges.

Looking ahead, Jack opens up about his future in driving, expressing his excitement to team up with James Courtney for the Supercars enduros, marking a new chapter as they join forces in a Ford. 

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We’re on the road for this latest feature episode in a workshop on the outskirts of Melbourne with Supercars driver and broadcaster Jack Perkins. 

Jack opens up about the deep-rooted passion for motorsport that runs in his family, tracing back to his grandfather's competitive spirit and involvement in motorsport before and after WWII. He shares heartwarming stories of growing up, visiting the family farm in Cowangie, and why harvest time holds a special place in his heart.

The episode takes a nostalgic turn as Jack reminisces about his father, Larry Perkins', thrilling yet perilous days in Formula 1 during the legendary 1970s. It's a candid look into a time when the sport was fraught with danger, but also filled with undeniable excitement and innovation.

But perhaps most touching is Jack's story of how he, as a young boy, persistently badgered his father for a Go Kart—a request that would eventually see a third-generation Perkins take the competitive motorsport stage.

Dive into the world of racing legacy, family bonds, and the undying love for motorsport in this compelling episode of Rusty's Garage with Jack Perkins.

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The no nonsense former Haas F1 team boss joins Rusty ahead of this weekend’s big race in Melbourne.

What chance does Oscar Piastri have at home, a report card on Daniel Ricciardo and will all the drama surrounding World Champion Max Verstappen, team principal Christian Horner and the RedBull squad have any effect on their dominant form?

Guenther has joined Ten’s coverage this weekend along with 1996 World Champion Damon Hill (who is also in the Garage library), respected F1 podcaster Tom Clarkson, a good friend of our show Richard Craill, funny man Tim McDonald and more.  

Catch the action on Ten and Ten Play with coverage of practice all afternoon Friday, from 10am Saturday and park on the couch for a big race day from 8.30am Sunday! 

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You spoke. And we listened. We’ve tracked down Max Wilson at home in Brazil to find out what he's up to these days. 

From how Brazilian F1 legends like Piquet and Senna inspired him as a youngster, to the moment a birthday present set him on a path that would see him race all round the world and the serious roll call of South American competitors he came up against like Kanaan, Zonta and Castroneves that helped shape his readiness for Europe.

Wilson discusses the opportunity in a few sliding doors moments like Michael Schumacher’s former manager Willi Weber helping him into a ride, Christian Danner offering words of wisdom about mastering those wild DTM cars and turning down a drive with Porsche to focus on Formula One.

Plus, a love of fitness (Martial Arts especially) and how Mike Tyson’s approach to preparation really resonated with him.  

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Our ‘Where are They Now’ episode with Max Wilson. The adopted Aussie is now back home in Brazil but he reflects on a chapter of his career in Supercars that he cherishes.

How he thought the establishment were trying to intimidate him in the first season, having words with Garth Tander and a funny moment that followed when Max tried to square the ledger.

He reveals how he shaped up to Russell Ingall in Canberra before he and 'The Enforcer' became friends. How his friend Luciano Burti introduced him to legendary Aussie driver manager Greg ‘Pee Wee’ Siddle (who you can also find in the Rusty’s Garage library) and how a fear of helicopters became very real over the north coast waters of New South Wales.

Plus, memories of Sir Frank Williams, Patrick Head and testing for their famous F1 team to money talking at Minardi, loyalty in Champcar, winning the fiercely competitive Brazilian Stock Car title and more.

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Rusty found a window in the full throttle life of avid rider & TV Presenter Kate Peck to talk about more recent initiatives that she proudly champions.

From riding in the Himalayas and Mongolia to working on the legendary Ten Motorsport Show RPM and playing pillion passenger for 5-time 500cc World Motorcycle Champion Mick Doohan.

And how hitching a ride with a friend of the show Molly Taylor (who was tempting fate with a near empty gas tank) and Jess Dane was the moment that fueled her nationwide push for Women in Automotive with fellow Listnr podcaster Nadine Armstrong and PR star Rachael Reed-Butler. 

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Incredible tales of racing legends like Senna, Brundle, and Rosberg, and just how man from one of the southernmost cities on the globe navigated his way to the United Kingdom to engineer race cars and eventually lead his own triumphant team.

Embark on a journey from a passion ignited by club-level motorsport in Dunedin, located on New Zealand's South Island, to an epiphany at the British Grand Prix, experienced from the unconventional viewpoint atop a pie cart and how this moment of clarity cemented his resolve to make his mark in the racing world.

Packing 50 years of experience in car preparation into one conversation and detailing the mentorship of numerous young talents who would later become prominent figures in Formula One and the British Touring Car Championship is no small feat. However, prepare to be captivated as this discussion takes you on an exhilarating ride through a lifetime of motorsport dedication.

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The story of an ace engineer and team owner who has worked with the biggest and best F1 drivers. We chat the move into Touring Cars with his West Surrey Racing team at the height of an arms race in the 2-litre Super Touring era. Remember that? The late Murray Walker lent his iconic commentary to the coverage for some years and so many big name manufacturers were involved spending telephone number sized budgets to try and win!

Then there’s the BMW’s they now run in the BTCC and the work required around its hybrid program. Dick is adamant about working with drivers to properly understand their feedback and how that ‘feel’ is still incredibly important in finding ways to fine tune the race car, not just relying on the data.

And of course you’ll be wowed by more stories of the legends he’s worked with along the way as well as an eye on the future, what’s next for Dick Bennetts?

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Sky Sports F1 Notebook host Ted Kravitz joins Rusty live from Bahrain ahead of the 2024 season opener to preview the eagerly anticipated 2024 Formula One season. 

It's the biggest F1 season in the sports history, and we preview it all!

We talk Christian Horner and the outcome of RedBull’s investigation into allegations of inappropriate behaviour, plus what Ted thinks of Sir Lewis Hamilton’s BIG move to Ferrari in 2025 and rumours of who might replace him at Mercedes.

The Australian Grand Prix is only a few weeks away so Rusty tries to get Ted to put the ‘Green and Gold’ on to see what chance Oscar Piastri and Daniel Riccardo have of scoring points and podiums.

On the eve of the first of 24 GPs this year, join one of the most respected members of the paddock who will be on your TV screens regularly in 2024 for the inside word and an unmissable preview.

It is a must-listen for fans craving both expert analysis and behind-the-scenes stories as the 2024 season roars into life.

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