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Rob’s been a commentator over the years (can you tell?), and he loves a good story, so we're only just shifting into second gear in this chat!
Discover how Herridge jumped into rallying on a whim, convinced he was world champion material on the very first transport stage! Learn about the Datsun 1600 that started it all, his near switch to Mitsubishi, and the ultimate move to Subaru, sparking a partnership that’s lasted for decades.
We recorded this episode in the workshop, surrounded by cars Rob has worked on and won in. The attachment to some of them is understandable, especially when you hear the story of how Rob clinched his second Australian title before officially receiving the first. Despite a lengthy and draining court battle, he never gave up.
Special thanks to Rob James and Adelaide Hawkins from Motorsport Australia, who assisted with this episode while filming a TV story for an upcoming round of the Australian Rally Championship.
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