Glenn Seton (born 5 August 1965) is a retired Australian motor racing driver. He is a two-time Australian Touring Car Championship winner (1993, 1997) and one of the most prominent figures in Australian touring car racing, particularly during the Group A and V8 Supercars eras. He is the son of 1965 Bathurst 500 winner Barry Seton.
Seton's career spanned over two decades, primarily driving Ford Falcons. He established his own racing team, Glenn Seton Racing (later Ford Credit Racing), in 1989, which became a significant force in the championship throughout the 1990s. Seton is widely regarded as one of the best drivers never to have won the prestigious Bathurst 1000 endurance race, despite numerous podium finishes and leading many laps.
Career Highlights:
- Australian Touring Car Championship:
- 1993 Champion (Ford Falcon EB)
- 1997 Champion (Ford Falcon EL)
- Bathurst 1000: Achieved multiple podium finishes, including second place in 1987 (with Alan Moffat), 1995 (with David Parsons), and 1997 (with Neil Crompton).
- Teams: Competed for notable teams such as Peter Jackson Racing (Nissan), Gibson Motorsport (Nissan), Glenn Seton Racing (Ford), Ford Performance Racing (Ford), and Dick Johnson Racing (Ford).
- Manufacturers: Primarily associated with Ford throughout his career, becoming an iconic figure for the marque.
After retiring from full-time driving in the mid-2000s, Seton remained involved in motorsport in various capacities, including mentoring young drivers and working in team management roles. His dedication, meticulous approach, and enduring pursuit of the Bathurst title have cemented his place as a revered figure in Australian motorsport history.