Fantastic miniature steam engines at the Driffield Steam Fair
Chris Graham on 1st February 2024
Peter Love reports on the superb collection of miniature steam engines that wowed the crowds at last year's Driffield Steam Fair.
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Ford Thames Trader models for collectors
Chris Graham on 26th July 2023
Following on from his recent look at Thames Trader toys, Mike Neale considers the later scale models made for adult collectors.
Classic commercial shelf-sized scale models to collect
Chris Graham on 28th March 2023
Mike Neale takes a look at an interesting selection of AEC, Leyland and Albion Ergomatic shelf-sized scale models.
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.
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.
Amazing Browning steam shovels!
Chris Graham on 30th December 2021
Keith Haddock explains the fascinating history of Browning steam shovels that were developed in Ohio during the early 20th century.
