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The Driver's Seat

The Driver's Seat
Supercars
Supercars Championship
Formula One
Bathurst 1000
Bathurst
Oscar Piastri
Motorsport
V8 Supercars
NASCAR
Brodie Kostecki
Sandown 500
Team 18
Super2
TCR Australia
Transam
Transam Australia
Matt Stone Racing
Adelaide 500
Australian Grand Prix
Shane Van Gisbergen

The home of motorsport on SEN covering all things Supercars, Formula One, TransAm Australia, TCR and much more - featuring exclusive interviews and news from Australia and across the world.

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Latest Episodes

The Shannons SpeedSeries is this weekend at Sandown featuring the final round for the Monochrome GT4 Australia championship, and we'll crown the first ever Motocraft Mustang Cup Australia Champion.

Fresh from this year's Bathurst 1000 Lachie Dalton ... more

The Finals are underway with the Gold Coast 500 with the first ten drivers in contention to win the Supercars Championship whittled down to seven after this weekend. Plus we preview MotoGP's finale at Phillip Island and look towards the Formula One a... more

For one final time Phillip Island hosts the Australian Grand Prix before it moves to the streets of Adelaide. We spoke to Network 10 Pit Reporter Sam Charlwood for a preview of the last MotoGP in Victoria.

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After some stellar performances in the 2026 Enduro Cup - including a commanding drive in wet weather at The Bend, Jarrod Hughes has been promoted to the main game. We spoke to the new full timer at Erebus ahead of his first solo start.

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Recent Guests

Lachie Dalton
Supercars Super2 driver and GT4 competitor with Erebus Motorsport
Erebus Motorsport
Episode: S10E16 - FULL SHOW - 26th October 2026
Sam Charlewood
Channel 10 motorsport reporter covering MotoGP
Channel 10
Episode: S10E15 - FULL SHOW - 23rd October 2026
Jared Hughes
Supercars driver making his solo main-game debut with Erebus Motorsport
Erebus Motorsport
Episode: S10E15 - FULL SHOW - 23rd October 2026
Sam Charlwood
Network 10 pit reporter covering MotoGP
Network 10
Episode: Sam Charlwood ahead of the final MotoGP at Phillip Island (22.10.26)
Jarrod Hughes
Reigning TA2 Muscle Car Series champion and Erebus Motorsport Supercars driver
Erebus Motorsport
Episode: Jarrod Hughes ahead of his solo main game debut (20.10.26)
Will Davison
Bathurst contender and co-driver
Will Davison Racing / co-driver for Bathurst
Episode: S10E14 - FULL SHOW - 8th October 2026
Fabian Coulthard
Racing driver
Penrite Racing / Bathurst competitor
Episode: S10E14 - FULL SHOW - 8th October 2026
Molly Taylor
Rally driver and Race of Champions participant
Race of Champions participant
Episode: S10E14 - FULL SHOW - 8th October 2026
Chaz Mostert
Defending Supercars Champion, Bathurst contender
Toyota Gazoo Racing Australia
Episode: S10E14 - FULL SHOW - 8th October 2026

Host

Nims Azor
Host of The Driver's Seat; affiliated with The Driver's Seat (SEN)

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 156 ratings
  • Great Show

    Nims is a cracker - great content - awesome insight and terrific interviews

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RichieRichieRich1979
    Australiaa year ago
  • Weekly laugh

    A Great Motorsport Show - with 3 knowledgeable and funny guys. Some great guest and of course Mal from time to time.

    A must listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Delivery dude1
    Australia2 years ago
  • Five stars

    Refreshing to listen to a podcast that doesn’t require Supercars pre approval

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ltb185
    Australia3 years ago
  • Enough negativity

    Been listening for years, but come on guys, enough of the negativity and Skaife bashing. Comment on the racing and rumours, you’ve already had your say on the category stuff. Getting a bit predictable and boring. If it continues I’ll be switching off.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Slaka37
    Australia3 years ago
  • Good show

    Great show, needs more of Steve Johnson talking, less Matt Mckeldon

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Mjk122937192741
    Australia4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Consistent content with a strong community feel; some episodes lean heavy on banter.
Presents a lively and sometimes irreverent vibe; audience responds well to humor.
High-quality insider insights and passionate discussion; a must for fans.
Audio balance and production sometimes criticized by listeners.
Energetic hosts with strong motorsport knowledge; great interviews and banter.
Accessible to listeners with a mix of technical depth and casual chat.
Broad motorsport coverage with engaging guests; informative and entertaining.
Shows breadth across series beyond Supercars; varied guest lineup is appreciated.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S10E15 - FULL SHOW - 23rd October 2026
Q: What do you reckon that the legacy of Jack Miller will be?
Charlewood says Miller's legacy extends beyond his results: he became a genuine, well-liked character in the paddock, won three Grand Prix races and represented Australia strongly.
S10E15 - FULL SHOW - 23rd October 2026
Q: How are you adjusting to the new level of competition in the TransAm Cup Series?
Hughes says his previous experience with Erebus helped him adapt. He enjoys the same-platform progression from TA2 to TransAm, where he must bring his best against experienced drivers, but can focus more on driving than extensive engineering.
S10E16 - FULL SHOW - 26th October 2026
Q: What were some of the things you had to come to grips with?
Dalton says Trans Am requires managing tire movement, shifting carefully as gearbox oil thins, and conserving tires and brakes through the race.
S10E16 - FULL SHOW - 26th October 2026
Q: How's the variety of tracks been as a competitor?
Dalton says simulator practice helps with learning circuits, while GT4's different cars and track conditions create varied competitive strengths.
Jarrod Hughes ahead of his solo main game debut (20.10.26)
Q: Are you going to be continuing on with the championship or is it just all in with Supercars and you want to try and focus all that?
He plans to compete in six of the seven TransAm rounds, skipping the final round to focus on the Supercars weekend at Sandown.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Driver's Seat

What is The Driver's Seat about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A fast-paced motorsport talk show that blends in-depth driver interviews with cross-series analysis, covering Supercars, Formula One, NASCAR, TransAm, and endurance racing. Episode highlights include feature chats with rising Supercars talents balancing multiple series, insights from F1 analysts on Silverstone-era strategy, and cross-country discussions about endurance lineups, sponsorship, and team dynamics. The cadence mixes technical race breakdowns with behind-the-scenes stories, banter, and a broad view of international motorsport trends, making it a go-to for listeners who want both expert analysis and race-day color.

Noteworthy elements include a strong emphasis on endurance racing, NZ and Australian motorsport overlap, and the evol... more

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Recent guests on The Driver's Seat include:

1. Lachie Dalton
2. Sam Charlewood
3. Jared Hughes
4. Sam Charlwood
5. Jarrod Hughes
6. Will Davison
7. Fabian Coulthard
8. Molly Taylor

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