Episode 42 - Tim Schenken

About this episode

The episode features an interview with Tim Schenken, a prominent figure in Australian motorsport, discussing his career and contributions to racing.

In the final episode of season two of the Motor Dream Podcast, we sit down with a true titan of Australian motorsport: Tim Schenken. From his early days winning the 1964 Australian Hillclimb Championship to his rise through the European ranks, Tim’s journey is the stuff of legend. As one of only six Australians to stand on a Formula 1 podium, a feat achieved at the 1971 Austrian Grand Prix with Brabham, he solidified his place in racing history. We dive into his incredible success as a factory driver for Ferrari, where he claimed victory at the Nürburgring and Buenos Aires 1000km races alongside the legendary Ronnie Peterson, and explore his transition from the cockpit to car construction as the co-founder of Tiga Race Cars.<br /><br />The conversation also highlights Tim’s profound impact on the structure of modern racing. After returning to Australia in 1985, he became the backbone of Motorsport Australia, serving as the long-time Clerk of Course for the Australian Grand Prix and Race Director for the Supercars Championship. Even today, Tim remains a global authority as an FIA Platinum track inspector, fresh off his most recent assignment at the Macau Grand Prix. We…

People in this episode

Guest: Tim Schenken

Topics covered

• Australian motorsport
• Formula 1
• Ferrari
• Tiga Race Cars
• Motorsport governance
• Dream Garage

Keywords

• Tim Schenken
• Australian motorsport
• Formula 1
• Ferrari
• Tiga Race Cars
• Motorsport Australia
• Dream Garage

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Ferrari, Tiga Race Cars, Motorsport Australia, FIA

Places: Australia, Austria, Nürburgring, Buenos Aires, Macau

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