Greg Rust launches automotive podcast series

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Available for free download from Monday (March 19), Rusty’s Garage travels Australia and abroad telling stories of world champions, restoration projects and the highs and lows of racing at an elite level.

Rust, who has been an ever-present force on television screens and at motorsport events for more than two decades, injects his own personable charm and knowledge into the series, talking former feats along what keeps some of motorsport’s biggest names busy today.

In the first series, he hears stories from Supercars drivers, legendary designer Chip Foose, world Superbike champion and returning racer Troy Bayliss, and former Top Gear host Steve Pizzati.

Along with big names, the series will open the door some eclectic machinery owned and treasured by the special guests.

“I had so much fun doing this. It’s about the first spark in what’s become a lifelong obsession for these people, and the wheels we’d find in their garage now including some amazing resto projects,” Rust said.

“Given how popular Supercars is on both sides of the ditch, I’ve spoken to a few Supercars drivers including Kiwi Greg Murphy. He’s a Holden hero nowadays but it was actually a little underpowered Japanese car that first caught his eye.”

“[Garth] Tander speaks about how he treated himself to a muscle car in recent years that is perfect for that Sunday drive escape and [Jamie] Whincup talks about a car he’s nicknamed ‘Kate’, the most successful Supercar ever.”

Head of podcasting for PodcastOne Australia, Grant Tothill, said the series will be available via www.podcastone.com.au, the PodcastOne app or iTunes.

“Rusty is a true motorsport enthusiast and commentator. He is a master of his craft and we are pleased to have him join PodcastOne to tell some of these extraordinary stories,” he said.

Along with ongoing motoring.com.au commitments, Rusty is now knee-deep in series two of Rusty’s Garage.