A pre-war Scammell lorry that’s covered 1.2 million miles!
Chris Graham on 8th June 2023
Fewer than 2,000 Scammell lorries were manufactured between 1920 and WW2, but Zack Stiling tracks down a rare survivor and its lucky owner.
Articles
New club for tractor, engine and agricultural machinery enthusiasts
Chris Graham on 7th June 2023
We mark the formation of a new club for tractor, engine and agricultural machinery enthusiasts across the North East.
Recent classic vehicle auction reports
Chris Graham on 6th June 2023
We report from a couple of recent classic vehicle auction, at which some interesting commercial and light commercials found new homes.
The sinking of the German battlecrusier, Scharnhorst
Chris Graham on 5th June 2023
Conrad Waters recounts the sinking of the German battlecrusier Scharnhorst in the final action between capital ships in European waters.
Brilliant Beamish!
Chris Graham on 2nd June 2023
David Reed reports from the wonderful, two-day steam gala which took place recently at Beamish, The Living Museum of the North.
The latest diecast and resin models reviewed
Chris Graham on 1st June 2023
Mike Neale takes his monthly look at recently released diecast and resin models of tractors, trucks vans, ambulances and fire engines.
Morris Minor commercials celebrate 70th anniversary
Chris Graham on 31st May 2023
Russ Harvey celebrates the 70th anniversary of the Morris Minor commercials, which were produced between 1953 and 1971, in Birmingham.
1948 Lister CS diesel engine saved and running again!
Chris Graham on 30th May 2023
Alan C Cullen reports on a 1948 Lister CS diesel engine that's finally found a new home and is back in running order, too.
Greenway threatens heritage steam railway plans
Chris Graham on 26th May 2023
We report on the latest plans to re-instate a narrow-gauge heritage steam railway through the picturesque Barnesmore Gap, in Ireland.
Amazing 1934 Singer Nine van; it’s the sole survivor!
Chris Graham on 25th May 2023
Brian Culpan tells the remarkable story of this 1934 Singer Nine van – one of just six built – that's now owned by James and Louise Tempest.
More from the amazing Dingles Fairground Museum
Chris Graham on 24th May 2023
David Reed continues his report from Dingles Fairground Museum, looking at more of the fascinating exhibits, and trying the historic rides.
Amazing Richard Vernon dispersal sale previewed
Chris Graham on 23rd May 2023
We preview the Richard Vernon dispersal sale, being organised by Cheffins and taking place on Saturday, June 3rd.
Remembering the Canadian City Line
Chris Graham on 20th May 2023
Jim Shaw remembers the short-lived Canadian City Line that worked the trade routes from Canada to India, Pakistan and Ceylon in the 1970s.
Meticulously restored 1938 Morris mailvan
Chris Graham on 18th May 2023
Mike Neale tells the story of the pre-war Morris mailvans and takes a look at Simon Grainger's 1938 restored example.
