Rusty's Garage

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 best in the business. Join host Greg 'Rusty' Rust and explore the story of Alex Briggs, one of Australia's great automotive characters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The secrets behind her legendary pace-notes, reflecting on the late Possum Bourne, and the tricky transition to industry board member.  Coral Taylor's journey is truly incredible, explore all the yarns, laughs and tears with host Greg 'Rusty' Rust. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 rallying's most successful ever co-drivers Explore Coral's incredible story and share the laughs and yarns with host Greg 'Rusty' Rust. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Explore it all with Greg 'Rusty' Rust, who takes us through a journey of laughs, tears, and hard work. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 story of Jason Crump, and share the yarns and laughs with host Greg 'Rusty' Rust.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Team ownership turmoil, the crash that ended his car racing career and the next generation Gardner taking on the world.  Explore the unparalleled story of 1987 Moto-GP World Champion Wayne Gardner with host Greg 'Rusty' Rust. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 for young riders.  In part 2, Moto-GP legend Wayne Gardner sits down with host Greg 'Rusty' Rust to explore his incredible career on and off the bike. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.  Explore the incomparable story of 1987 World Champion Wayne Gardner with host Greg 'Rusty' Rust. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 ever driver Will Power speaks about cementing a place among the legends in America with host Greg 'Rusty' Rust. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 his pursuit for greatness.  Explore the story of Will Power, the most successful IndyCar driver in history with host Greg 'Rusty' Rust. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Surviving the blistering Dakar heat and what engineering ingenuity allowed him to sustain long haul stints behind the wheel.  Bruce Garland, the larrikin Aussie battler explores the intricacies of desert rally with host Greg 'Rusty' Rust. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The iconic Aussie racer who went from paddock bashing as a teenager to tackling the demanding desert hills of Dakar.  Bruce Garland, the larrikin Aussie battler explores life off track and life behind the wheel with host Greg 'Rusty' Rust. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Olympic Games. A star studded career has given automotive commentator Leigh Diffey a catalogue of yarns - hear them all, and share the laughs with host Greg 'Rusty' Rust. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 make ends meet.  The determination and grit of Leigh Diffey has helped him become one of the most prolific voices in motorsport, a journey he explores with host Greg 'Rusty' Rust. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 around.  Aaron is extraordinary in his openness, and touches on some serious topics - hear it all, and explore the intricacies of the chat with host Greg 'Rusty' Rust. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 motorcycle licence.  Aaron Slight was a trailblazer for Oceanic two-wheel racers, and was massively successful in his 1988 - 2000 stint on the bike; a career explores in conversation with host Greg 'Rusty' Rust. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 the early days that shaped him into the uncompromising racer he became.  Russell Ingall is a bonafide legend of the sport, and a driver who rarely opens up. Explore his career in this incomparable conversation with host Greg 'Rusty' Rust. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.  Russell Ingall is a legend V8 Supercars, and a driver who rarely opens up. Explore his career in this incomparable conversation with host Greg 'Rusty' Rust. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the conclusion of this extraordinary conversation, explore the bitter rivalry that changed his career, the struggle of not being behind the wheel after moving into media, and his candid view on the future of Supercars.  V8 Supercar legend Russell Ingall is a driver who rarely opens up. Explore his career in this incomparable conversation with host Greg 'Rusty' Rust. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 years.  An influential member of one of the sport's most dominant teams, Jeff Grech is an expert of V8 Supercars, and someone host Greg 'Rusty' Rust was grateful to sit down with. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.