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It was a wild Supercars silly season and it’s set up a fascinating 2026 – as discussed in this final episode of the KTM Summer Grill.The silly season had it all, from some new long-term deals with incumbent drivers to a rapid influx of rookies.Have the likes of Triple Eight and Tickford done the right thing locking down their line-ups?Who will triumph from the rookie pack?Speedcafe's editorial team unpacks what lies ahead in detail.KTM Summer Grill – A Speedcafe.com podcast

The Australian Grand Prix is booming, and according to CEO Travis Auld, managing fans — not selling tickets — has become the event’s biggest challenge.Speaking on today’s episode of the KTM Summer Grill, Auld explains how record demand has reshaped the Melbourne race, while stressing that growth cannot come at the expense of the fan experience.With Albert Park approaching 30 years as an F1 venue in 2026, that focus has driven the biggest infrastructure upgrade in the event’s history. A new pit building, expanded overpasses, additional lake crossings and the arrival of Anzac Station just metres from the circuit are all aimed at improving how fans move around the park.The pressure only increases with Melbourne set to open the 2026 Formula 1 season once again, amid sweeping new regulations, new manufacturers and an Australian title contender in Oscar Piastri. Auld says launching the season brings enormous opportunity — but also significant responsibility.He also addresses the decision to scrap dynamic ticket pricing after fan feedback, reaffirms Supercars as a critical pillar of the event, and provides an update on talks to secure MotoGP’s future at Phillip Island.Now nearing his third Australian Grand Prix as CEO, Auld also reflects on the scale of the task and why all signs point to another blockbuster weekend when Formula 1 returns to Melbourne in March.KTM Summer Grill – A Speedcafe.com podcast

Speedcafe.com's experts rank the top 10 Australian and New Zealand drivers of 2025.KJTM Summer Grill – A Speedcafe.com podcast

Cameron Waters started the 2025 Supercars season with a flurry of wins, but his title challenge quickly evaporated. Speedcafe.com news men Andrew van Leeuwen and Stefan Bartholomaeus spoke with the Tickford Racing star about his season – both in Australia and overseas – as well as his renewed commitment to Ford, Tickford and Supercars.KTM Summer Grill – A Speedcafe.com podcast

Shane van Gisbergen firmly put his mark on his place in NASCAR in 2025, but according to the New Zealander, there needs to be more. He spoke with Speedcafe.com News Editor Simon Chapman about the 2025 season and where he needs to improve in 2026.KTM Summer Grill – A Speedcafe.com podcast

In this special edition of the KTM Summer Grill, our very own Andrew van Leeuwen was invited to the Erebus driver evaluation day – not just to watch from the sidelines, but to drive the team's #9 Chevrolet Camaro!KTM Summer Grill – A Speedcafe.com podcast

Barry Ryan sits down with Speedcafe.com news makers Andrew van Leeuwen and Stefan Bartholomaeus to discuss the all things Supercars and Erebus Motorsport.KTM Summer Grill – A Speedcafe.com podcast

Team 18 driver, and now official factory Chevrolet leader, Anton De Pasquale talks about the 2025 Supercars season and how the factory status of his team will impact his chances in the new year.KTM Summer Grill – A Speedcafe.com podcast

Daniel 'Chucky' Sanders put his name on the map of Aussie sports fans in January 2025 with an heroic victory in the Dakar Rally. The young KTM gun spoke with Speedcafe.com's Ben Waterworth about how he conquered the toughest event in the world.KTM Summer Grill – A Speedcafe.com podcast

Molly Taylor and Dan Gardner are living their best life. Racing cars, making content and tinkering with toys that they love. As part of the KTM Summer Grill, Taylor and Gardner sat down with Speedcafe.com's Andrew van Leeuwen to talk about their cool workshop, their racing aspirations and much more.KTM Summer Grill – A Speedcafe.com podcast

In the final News pod for 2025, Speedcafe.com's news men Andrew van Leeuwen and Stefan Bartholomaeus debate their top 10 drivers for the year. Who is the pick as the best Supercars drivers for 2025? Tune in for an in-depth and critical analysis of the top performers. Full Credit to the News – A Speedcafe.com podcast

Speedcafe.com's Ben Waterworth sat down with Formula 1 photographer turned social media success story Kym Illman at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.KTM Summer Grill – A Speedcafe.com podcast

Dick Johnson Racing boss Ryan Story doesn't hold back in the latest episode of the KTM Summer Grill.Story opens up in a fascinating, and at times brutally honest, chat about the ongoing rebuild at DJR.He delves into Brodie Kostecki's impact since joining the team – and how he agonised over parting ways with Will Davison.He offers some insight into the fall-out from letting Kai Allen go to Grove Racing and looks ahead to what he sees as an exciting future with Rylan Gray.Story also takes you inside the decision to protest the Bathurst 1000 and drops a tasty hint about the future of the #17.KTM Summer Grill – A Speedcafe.com

Speedcafe.com's award-winning news makers Andrew van Leeuwen, Stefan Bartholomaeus and Simon Chapman debate about the new-for-2025 Supercars finals system. Did they work? Was it fair? Nothing is left on the table in this hot debate.KTM Summer Grill – A Speedcafe.com podcast

GM's Australian boss Jess Bala opens up about the brand's Supercars fightback in the wake of Triple Eight's defection in the latest episode of the KTM Summer Grill.The year began with a shock for General Motors with the unexpected news that its homologation squad was jumping sides to the Blue Oval. It sparked a sensational fightback from GM which held onto the likes of Jeromy Moore and Craig Lowndes and signed Team18 as its new factory squad. GM ANZ managing director Jess Bala joins the KTM Summer Grill to discuss all that and more (including the ongoing search for a star driver) in a revealing chat.KTM Summer Grill – A Speedcafe.com podcast

Speedcafe.com's Ben Waterworth speaks with New Zealand Formula 1 driver Liam Lawson to review his F1 season.

Ford's global motorsport boss Mark Rushbrook is today's guest on the KTM Summer Grill.Rushbrook opens up on all aspects of Ford's worldwide motorsport involvement, starting with the breakthrough success of a Bathurst 1000 win and a championship in Supercars – both firsts in the Gen3 era.He also opens up about the nerves of entering Formula 1 next year, drops some Bathurst 12 Hour hints and even opens the door for some racing action for Daniel Ricciardo.A speedcafe.com podcast.

Supercars champion Chaz Mostert is the first guest on the latest series of the KTM Summer Grill.It's taken a while, but Chaz Mostert is finally a Supercars champion. It came in controversial circumstances as the first-ever Finals series played out, but it was Mostert that got the job done when it mattered.In this special champion episode of the KTM Summer Grill, Mostert discusses Walkinshaw Andretti United's unique approach to the season that helped snatch the title from Broc Feeney and Triple Eight.Mostert also delves into the growing threat from Ryan Wood on the other side of the WAU garage and how it's pushed him to new heights, looks ahead to the Toyota era and a whole lot more.Let us know your thoughts in the comments!Stay up-to-date with everything motorsport at speedcafe.com

This is the final episode of Full Credit to the Noise for 2025. And there are some big gongs to hand out. Former Legend and Speedcafe.com news man Andrew van Leeuwen look at the good, bad and ugly from 2025, and also bring a fresh look to what might happen in 2026. Full Credit to the Noise – A Speedcafe.com podcast

The racing is over but the news continues to roll in. Speedcafe.com's Andrew van Leeuwen and Stefan Bartholomaeus discuss the big news, including Matt Payne's future, Walkinshaw's name change and Brodie Kostecki's surprise visit to the Supercars windtunnel testing.Full Credit to the News – A Speedcafe.com podcast