The wartime history of General Motors
Chris Graham on 13th March 2023
Ed Burrows delves into the wartime history of General Motors, which manufactured around 1.2 million trucks during World War Two.
Commercials
Latest diecast and resin models to collect
Chris Graham on 8th March 2023
Mike Neale assesses another batch of recently-released and collectable diecast and resin models of tractors and light commercials.
Tractor World Show 2023
Chris Graham on 6th March 2023
Now's the time to buy your money-saving advanced tickets for this year's brilliant Tractor World Show in Malvern.
1973 Terex 150-ton truck
Chris Graham on 2nd March 2023
Keith Haddock reports on the assembly of a 1973 Terex 150-ton truck which was a star attraction at last year's HCEA's convention.
Sprat & Winkle Run, 2022
Chris Graham on 1st March 2023
Peter Simpson reports on the incredible variety of interesting classics that were spotted on last year's Sprat & Winkle Run.
Classic fairground rides and transport
Chris Graham on 28th February 2023
David Vaughan takes a look at the less-noticeable side of the fairgrounds, and the interesting rides and transport found among them.
Amazing disused and derelict lorries in scrapyards
Chris Graham on 27th February 2023
Michael Marshall takes a fascinating look at another collection of disused and derelict lorries spotted over the years.
Collectable Austin A55 and A60 models
Chris Graham on 25th February 2023
Mike Neale takes a look at the interesting range of Austin A55 and A60 van and pick-up scale models currently available to collectors.
Bus running day celebrates Victoria Coach Station’s 90th!
Chris Graham on 17th February 2023
Mike Neale reports on the bus running day that was organised to celebrate the 90th anniversary of Victoria Coach Station, in London.
1967 Foden Blue Circle cement tanker restored
Chris Graham on 15th February 2023
Ed Burrows meets Alex Newcombe and his superbly-restored 1967 Leyland 680-engined Foden Blue Circle cement tanker
Ultra-rare 1984 Simca van – the last UK survivor!
Chris Graham on 9th February 2023
Despite its popularity during the 1980s, the Simca van has all but vanished now. Mike Neale tracks down an ultra-rare survivor.
Gradall Hydraulic Excavator; a world first!
Chris Graham on 7th February 2023
Keith Haddock reviews the history of the Gradall Hydraulic Excavator, which is claimed to be the world’s first machine of its type.
Glorious 1939 Leyland Pump Escape fire engine
Chris Graham on 6th February 2023
John Meakins worked for Kent Fire Brigade but now spends the summer months displaying this glorious 1939 Leyland Pump Escape fire engine.
Diecast and resin model new releases
Chris Graham on 3rd February 2023
Mike Neale takes a look at recently-released diecast and resin models of road locos, ambulances, vans, milk floats and trucks.
