Tony Fall (13 June 1939 – 29 May 1990) was a British rally driver, co‑driver, and automotive journalist. He was born in Manchester, England, and began his motorsport career in the early 1960s.
Fall first achieved prominence as a co‑driver for Scottish driver Colin Mairs in the 1965 RAC Rally, where the pair finished third overall. He subsequently transitioned to driving his own cars, primarily competing in the European Rally Championship (ERC) and the British Rally Championship (BRC). Notable results include a second‑place finish at the 1969 Alpine Rally and a class win at the 1971 Monte Carlo Rally driving a Ford Escort RS1600.
In addition to his competition activities, Fall contributed to motorsport literature. He authored several articles for Motor Sport magazine and co‑authored the book Rallying the Whole Time (1975), which detailed contemporary rally techniques and his experiences in the sport. He also served as a consultant for automotive manufacturers, providing feedback on vehicle performance in rally conditions.
Fall was involved in the establishment of the Motorsport Club in 1972, which aimed to promote safe and organized rally events in the United Kingdom. His expertise was recognized by the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA), for which he acted as a technical advisor on homologation standards for rally cars.
Tony Fall died of a heart attack on 29 May 1990 while attending a rally event in the French Alps. He is remembered for his contributions to rally driving, motorsport journalism, and the development of rally vehicle technology.
