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Motorsport News Podcast

Motorsport Podcast Network
Australian Rally Championship
Supercars
World Rally Championship
Hayden Paddon
Toyota
Brad Jones Racing
WRC
Rally Queensland
Rallysport Magazine
Otago Rally
Harry Bates
Hyundai
Gippsland Rally
Forest Rally
Australia
Junior World Rally Championship
Bathurst 1000
Motorsport
BJR
Rally Of Canberra

The Motorsport News Podcast brings you the latest news and views on motorsport in Australia and around the world. This feed also showcases regular episodes of the Brad Jones Racing Run Down, hosted by the Supercars squad's general manager Chris Westwood and driver of the #96 Pizza Hut Chevrolet Camaro Macauley Jones, as well as the Special Stage Rally Podcast, hosted and produced by RallySport Mag... more

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Latest Episodes

Western Australia’s Forest Rally was won by Scott Pedder, but many competitors will be rueing costly mistakes from a chaotic weekend.

Luke and Matt Whitten give their thoughts on the rally weekend and ask many questions that arose from the action.

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On Special Stage this week, we welcome Hayden Paddon to the podcast to break down his World Rally Championship season so far.

We dive into his 2026 campaign, getting a firsthand understanding at how his year has unfolded and what he’s been up to beh... more

Australian champion, Harry Bates, drove at one of the most famous rallies of all at the weekend and Luke Whitten spoke with him about the experience.

Bates is asked about the early discussions that brought this event together, how the preparation wa... more

On Special Stage this week, we're joined by Australian rally star Taylor Gill to break down his season so far.

We dive into his recent performances in Sweden and Croatia, and get all the details on his newly announced Italian drive, where he'll be b... more

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Recent Guests

Kris Meeke
Professional rally driver, APRC contender mentioned in testing and competition talks
Various (driver)
Episode: Special Stage: WRC stars descend on Otago – Previewing the Action
Mads Ostberg
Rally driver discussed in testing and competition context
Privateer/Team (APR focus)
Episode: Special Stage: WRC stars descend on Otago – Previewing the Action
Pasi Hagström
Former rally driver, noted as a guest appearance and discussion point
Former driver
Episode: Special Stage: WRC stars descend on Otago – Previewing the Action
Rhianon Gelsomino
Rally driver, Subaru USA co-driver
Subaru USA
Episode: Special Stage: Subaru USA's Rhianon Gelsomino on wins and titles
Adrian Coppin
Rallying expert and key figure in the Australian Rally Championship
Australian Rally Championship
Episode: Special Stage: The ARC's big new TV deal explained (feat. Adrian Coppin)
Luke Satima
Experienced driver participating in the Alpine Rally
Episode: Special Stage: The big one! Previewing the Alpine Rally
Tristan Carrigan
Competitor at the Alpine Rally and former sensation of the 2022 event
Episode: Special Stage: The big one! Previewing the Alpine Rally
Toby Price
Australian rally and off-road racing driver.
Episode: Special Stage: Crashes, battles and talking points from Adelaide Hills Rally
Jackson Long
Junior Cup winner and young rally driver
Episode: Special Stage: Young star shares his sucess and future (feat. Jackson Long)

Hosts

Luke Whitten
Host with extensive involvement across multiple rally-focused shows and media coverage.
Peter Whitten
Co-host and rally expert, frequently guiding technical and strategic conversations.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 231 ratings
  • nice pod

    good listen 👍 and nice wheel knowledge!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kart_48
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Thanks BJR

    Love the BJR pod. Especially when Brad is on. Good insight to the team, cars and how tight things are now days.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BigAlnz
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Why

    Don’t like you sliding in other shows to this account that we can unsubscribe from !

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Dk77741
    Australia2 years ago
  • No thanks

    Just another podcast reading from the Supercars pre approved script

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Ltb185
    Australia3 years ago
  • Fantastic news with flair

    Combination of news, passion, ideas and fun nicely mixed in with some of Castrol’s special oils. Into Motorsport well worth a listen. As Molly used to say “do yourself a favour”

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jettyvi
    Australia3 years ago

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AVL and guest quality are consistently praised by fans.
Some listeners want less cross-promotion or more focus on core rally content.
High-quality interviews and analytics, especially on rally topics.
Engaging hosts with deep motorsport knowledge.
Strong insights into team strategy and car development drive loyalty.

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Special Stage: Hayden Paddon tells all on 2026 WRC and what's to come
Q: What are the biggest personal and professional considerations you're weighing as you balance competing in WRC with potential long-term plans for your own team?
He emphasizes building a sustainable business and potentially running a team out of New Zealand, weighing logistics, budget, and partner opportunities, while remaining focused on performing well in the current WRC program and exploring future collaborations.
Special Stage: Hayden Paddon tells all on 2026 WRC and what's to come
Q: You've spoken about the impact of on-board videos and rally live; do you think this technology has taken away some of the sport's talent or traditional preparation?
Hayden argues that while videos and live streams are valuable for media and fans, they can erode the traditional feel and reduce the perceived excitement of driving strictly by pace notes, suggesting the need for balance and occasional evolution of stages to keep the sport authentic.
Special Stage: Hayden Paddon tells all on 2026 WRC and what's to come
Q: You've just mentioned a big one-day test in Europe last week; what did you gain from that day of testing?
The test provided seat time and a chance to try new setups and learn how the car behaves under different settings, helping Hayden get up to speed with the Rally One and refine his approach before Japan.
Special Stage: Taylor Gill’s Italian job & looking ahead to WRC Portugal
Q: How important is engineering support in turning around a tough Friday into a strong Saturday?
Very important; daily data reviews with the engineer helped adjust tire choices and setup, enabling a rapid reset and a much stronger Saturday pace.
Special Stage: Taylor Gill’s Italian job & looking ahead to WRC Portugal
Q: What was the impact of the Croatia performance on opportunities like the Italian Challenger Championship drive?
The solid performance, especially on Saturday, acted as a proof point that helped attract interest from an Italian team looking for a driver and sponsorship, leading to the Italian program.

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This show covers motorsport news and analysis with a strong emphasis on rallying, rally teams, and the broader Australian and international scenes. Episodes frequently feature guest experts, drivers, and team personnel, offering inside looks at event prep, car development, sponsorships, and broadcast/promotion strategies. A standout aspect is the recurring focus on rally-stage dynamics, series developments, and behind-the-scenes perspectives from prominent teams, plus occasional controversy or fan-driven discussions. The format blends timely news with in-depth interviews and previews, making it useful for listeners who want both current events context and expert viewpoints in motorsport, especially rallying.

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1. Kris Meeke
2. Mads Ostberg
3. Pasi Hagström
4. Rhianon Gelsomino
5. Adrian Coppin
6. Luke Satima
7. Tristan Carrigan
8. Toby Price

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