Covering the stages, the teams, and the culture of rally in Canada. We’re on a mission to put Canadian rally on the map, providing fans with an all-access pass to the scene—from local grassroots events to the national championship. Join us as we grow the sport as a whole.
#7 - Simon Vincent - Nouvelle voiture, Mt Washington et CRC 2027
[French episode] The conversation covers Simon Vincent's journey from his early years in rally to his transition to driving and racing, the challenges and achievements in rallying, and his partnership with Test Racing. It also highlights the adventure of rallying and the importance of self-preparation for success in the sport. The conversation covers the Test Racing community, transitioning between rally and circuit racing, mental preparation and racing strategy, differences in racing disciplines, the Mont Washington Climb, and the preparation and challenges of racing. The conversation covers the mindset of a rally driver, coaching and instruction at Circuit Mecaglis, engagement with fans and media, and the future of rally racing. Simon Vincent shares insights into the challenges and strategies of rally driving, his coaching role, fan engagement, and the evolving landscape of rally racing.
Takeaways
Early experiences shape a rally driver's journey
Two-wheel drive rallying is a valuable learning experience
Rallying is an adventure that requires unique skills and mindset
Self-preparation and attention to detail are key to success in rallying Test Racing community fosters a sense of family and support
Transitioning between rally and circuit racing enhances driving skills The importance of mindset and strategy in rally driving
The role of coaching and fan engagement in rally racing
Chapters
00:00 The Early Years of Simon Vincent
03:12 Growing Up in the Rally World
04:14 Transition to Driving and Racing
05:36 Two-Wheel Drive Rallying
10:04 The Adventure of Rallying
12:08 Challenges and Achievements in Rallying
17:14 Partnership with Test Racing
21:21 Self-Preparation and Success
22:13 The Test Racing Community
23:27 Transitioning Between Rally and Circuit Racing
26:11 Mental Preparation and Racing Strategy
28:00 Differences in Racing Disciplines
34:15 The Mont Washington Climb
39:11 Preparation and Challenges of Racing
43:55 The Mindset of a Rally Driver
45:56 Coaching and Instruction at Circuit Mecaglis
47:25 Engagement with Fans and Media
53:30 The Future of Rally Racing
Michael Szewczyk talk with Fred Senterre (Host) about the two upcoming events of the 2026 Canadian Rally Championship.
21 Mar 2026
#5 - Clément Tavernier - Photographe en rallye [FR]
Dans cet épisode, le photographe de rallye Clément Tavernier partage son parcours, de ses influences familiales à son arrivée au Canada. La discussion lève le voile sur les coulisses de sa passion pour la photographie en rallye, abordant tant la planification méticuleuse nécessaire pour capturer l'instant parfait que l'évolution technique de son équipement, avec une préférence marquée pour les appareils mirrorless. Clément revient également sur ses photos favorites, les histoires qui les habitent, ainsi que les photographes qui l'inspirent au quotidien.
8 Mar 2026
#4 - CRC Archives Lawrence Partington & Adam Dowsett
This week on the podcast, Fred is joined by Lawrence Partington and Adam Dowsett to talk about the massive CRC Archive rollout on YouTube from the tapes of TV2GO. We also dive into the game-changing news for the 2026 Rally of the Voyageurs: a full professional live stream is coming to Ontario!
- Cette semaine au podcast, Fred reçoit Lawrence Partington et Adam Dowsett pour discuter du déploiement massif des archives du CRC sur YouTube, tirées des bandes originales de TV2GO. On plonge aussi dans une nouvelle qui change la donne pour le Rally of the Voyageurs 2026 : une diffusion en direct (live stream) professionnelle arrive en Ontario !
21 Feb 2026
#3: Vincent Lalande remporte le Rallye Perce-Neige 2026 (2RM) [French]
À seulement 18 ans, Vincent Lalande s'impose en catégorie 2 roues motrices au Rallye Perce-Neige. Accompagné de son nouveau copilote, Fabien Craen, il revient sur cette épreuve hivernale mythique. Nous discutons de la stratégie derrière leur spectaculaire remontée en fin de parcours pour décrocher la victoire, ainsi que de leurs ambitions pour le reste de la saison.
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At just 18 years old, Vincent Lalande secured a brilliant 2WD victory at the Rallye Perce-Neige. Joined by his new co-driver, Fabien Craen, Vincent breaks down their performance in the deep snow. We dive into their thrilling late-race charge to snatch the win and get an exclusive look at what’s in store for the rest of their season.
15 Feb 2026
Rally Collective # 2: Crazy Leo
Crazy Leo discusses their recent win at the Rally Perce-Neige, the preparation and performance of his rally car, the training and experience of his co-driver, and the engagement of rally fans.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Crazy Leo
06:00 Driving Techniques and Confidence
11:18 Rally Stage Performance
17:46 Racelab and Driver Training
24 Jan 2026
Rally Collective # 1: The 2026 Canadian Rally Championship Season Preview
In this debut episode of the Rally Collective podcast, host Fred Senterre is joined by Bill Westhead, President of the Canadian Association of Rally Sport (CARS), and veteran rally photographer Jason Nugent. Together, they provide an in-depth preview of the 2026 Canadian Rally Championship (CRC) season, which marks the 35th anniversary of CARS and nearly 40 years of national rally competition.
The conversation highlights several key areas of the upcoming season:
The 2026 Calendar: A walkthrough of the national series, beginning with the legendary winter stages of Rallye Perce-Neige and spanning eight events across Canada, from the Rockies to northern Quebec.
Team & Driver News: Insights into major competitor moves, including Ricardo Cordero’s title defense, Simon Vincent’s push for the 2026 championship, and significant car changes like Sébastien Clark’s switch to a Ford Fiesta R5.
The Two-Wheel Drive Battle: A look at the growing intensity in the 2WD class, featuring a surge of Peugeot entries and seasoned veterans returning to take on the national field.
Community & Growth: Discussion on the mission to grow the sport in Canada through increased media coverage, new partnerships—including the return of Pirelli as the official tire—and the launch of new community-driven content.
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