On Saturday, I met with several of the drivers and officials who were involved with the Historic Sports and Racing Car Association at the One Raceway (formerly Wakefield Park). This included the Historic Formula Vee Association and Historic Group N. It was a fantastic day - the first of the weekend. The interviews are all on the podcast page and available through all the … [Read more...]
Ep 128 The Gerringong Lions Motor Fest
On Saturday the 15th February the Gerringong Lions Club hosts their annual Motor Fest. Founded in 2017, the event had a difficult start thanks to bush fires, floods and then COVID lock downs, however they have bounced back with a very popular classic car, hotrod and supercar event. I speak with Keith Watson who is part of the Lions Club team about the event and what the … [Read more...]
Ep 127 Dr Michael Henderson
Whilst at the HSRCA Summer Festival, I had the chance to interview Dr Michael Henderson, a motor sport safety pioneer. Dr Henderson developed a number of technologies now widely used on the track and for road use - the six-point racing harness was one example and he worked on the concept of the child safety capsule for road cars. He also worked on an F1 concept car … [Read more...]
Ep 126 The 2024 HSRCA Summer Festival
Over the weekend of the 30th November and 1st December, the Historic Sports and Racing Car Association of NSW held their Summer Festival at Sydney Motorsports Park. I went along to day one to watch the action and to get a feel of the event. I last went in 2020 during the COVID period when attendance was discouraged by the State Government, so it was great to see the crowds … [Read more...]
Ep 125 Motors and Masterpieces Review
A few weeks ago, in episode 122, I interviewed ICJAG Concours Judge, Todd Gilmour, on what to expect at this Melbourne event. In this episode we review the event and discuss who won the ten categories of the show. There were some amazing cars on display but only ten could pick up the silverware - listen in to find out what cars won the day. Listen on the podcast page. … [Read more...]