Neil Crompton is one of Australia's leading racing drivers and best-known motor racing personalities.

Captivated by racing at an early age, Crompton began his successful path to professional race driving via two-wheels as a youngster in 1972 aboard a Honda mini-cycle. A champion motocross rider, he graduated from two wheels to four in 1985.

Vastly experienced, Crompton has raced and tested a variety of vehicles on circuits around the world including New Zealand, England, France, the U.S.A., and Canada and around Australia.

Vehicles types raced include many varieties of Production Cars, Sports Sedans, Group A Touring Cars, V8 Supercars, Super Touring Cars, Formula Holden and Formula 3000. Vehicles tested also include a Lola/Honda Indy Car, Lola/Buick Indy Lights car and a Riley & Scott Ford Sportscar.

Throughout the seasons Crompton frequently enjoyed success at the world-renowned Mount Panorama circuit at Bathurst, winning the 12 Hour Production race for Mazda in 1994 and twice finishing third in the 1000k enduro in 1992 and 1995.

Crompton has represented many leading manufacturers and private teams. He was a foundation member of the Holden Racing Team in 1989 and recently drove for Ford Australia at Ford Tickford Racing and 00 Motorsport. Other notable teams included the Tasman Motorsports Group in the U.S.A, Wayne Gardner Coca-Cola Racing, Mazda, Nissan and Peugeot.

Crompton��s repertoire also extends off the track. A motor industry favourite, his corporate activities include speaking engagements, corporate video and product presentations, launches, drive days and vehicle appreciation events.

Crompton was also the Chief Instructor for the Australian Grand Prix Holden Celebrity Challenge on three occasions. Star pupils include Dame Edna Everage and Clive James!

A highly regarded television and radio host and expert commentator, clients have included ESPN International (U.S.A.), Seven Network, ABC Television, SBS Television, Screensport (U.K.), and radio networks Triple M FM and SEN.

Crompton is currently contracted to Network Ten and in 2005 will co-host and commentate on all V8 Supercar, Formula One and Champ Car events and participate as a regular guest on the popular RPM program