Disastrous world water speed record attempt
Chris Graham on 4th February 2022
Author Steve Holter tells the story of John Cobb’s ultimately fatal attempt on the World Water Speed record some seventy years ago.
Articles
Superb 1962 Morris FG lorry
Chris Graham on 3rd February 2022
Ian Shaw meets Len Wilkes and his superb 1962 Morris FG lorry with beautifully restored and painted dropside bodywork.
Saunders collection’s Christmas Road Run
Chris Graham on 2nd February 2022
We report on the welcomed return of the Saunders collection's Christmas Road Run, and the wonderful steam-powered vehicles that took part.
USS Tarawa; a mid-1970s ground-breaker
Chris Graham on 1st February 2022
The first Landing Helicopter Assault ship, USS Tarawa, joined the US Navy in 1976. Patrick Boniface recalls this ground-breaking warship.
Vintage Club’s 40th Anniversary Road Run
Chris Graham on 31st January 2022
Willie Carson reports from Cloughmills Vintage Club’s 40th Anniversary Road Run; a successful event enjoyed by all concerned.
1916 Ransomes traction engine visits home
Chris Graham on 30th January 2022
Colin Tyson reports on a return home for a 1916 Ransomes traction engine that was originally built for British Army’s Forage Department.
The Transport Museum Wythall
Chris Graham on 29th January 2022
The Transport Museum Wythall is not only a great place to visit, but it also offers the perfect venue for club visits and other gatherings.
1989 Scania P113 tractor unit
Chris Graham on 28th January 2022
Pip Dunn meets serial truck restorer Richard Thomas and his superb and rare 1989 Scania P113 tractor unit.
Graham Tyler’s stationary engine estate sale
Chris Graham on 27th January 2022
Stationary Engine's Patrick Knight reports from the auction of the residual items left over from the late Graham Tyler's estate sale.
Ford and Fordson enthusiasts marry!
Chris Graham on 26th January 2022
Joseph Lewis reports on a match made in heaven for a couple of Ford and Fordson enthusiasts, who got married recently in Somerset.
Giants of Steam Gala
Chris Graham on 25th January 2022
We report on the Bluebell Railway's successful Giants of Steam Gala, and the interesting locomotives that made special appearances.
1954 Citroen 2CV commercial rarity
Chris Graham on 23rd January 2022
Mike Neale meets Barry Davies and his 1954, Citroen 2CV commercial rarity, to find out more about the vehicle and its restoration.
Spring Tractor World tickets available now!
Chris Graham on 22nd January 2022
Now is the time to start making plans for this year's Spring Tractor World show. Why not pre-book your tickets using the handy link below?
The return of steam haulage!
Chris Graham on 21st January 2022
David Warren reports on the one-off return of steam haulage to the roads of northern England and a spectacular transportation event.
