Epitomising the era perfectly, the Bentley Boys were a group of wealthy drivers who dominated motorsport in the 1920s – and at the Le Mans 24 Hours race in particular. read more>>
The original luxury SUV, Land Rover’s Range Rover turns 55 this year, and has evolved significantly over the decades, as the rest of the industry sought to catch up. read more>>
We all love a good car movie don’t we? At least, if you’re reading posts on this site, it can reasonably be expected that you are an automotive afficionado, and luckily, there are some film makers out there who share that interest. read more>>
One of the world’s most famous models is Volkswagen’s Transporter, which has gone on to see more than 13 million units produced since launch 70 years ago time, over six generations - and a seventh announced at the end of its Platinum Jubilee year. read more>>
It's not just the brochure, showroom or road test that swings your thoughts towards acquiring a bike - sometimes it's the perfect storm of circumstances and where you just happen to be at that moment. read more>>
Classic motorcycles have a fairly broad following, but the same can’t be said of old mopeds and scooters. Despite being cornerstones of personal transport for decades, the humble two-wheelers can often be overlooked when it comes to considering a classic runabout. read more>>
The term ‘Silver Arrows’ is one of the most evocative in motor racing, so much so that Mercedes-Benz still uses the phrase to describe its Formula 1 cars, despite wearing only a little silver in the livery. read more>>
Few manufacturers fly under the radar as much as KTM. Ask non-bike fans to name a motorcycle manufacturer, and the likes of Honda, Ducati, and Harley Davidson will all come up. But KTM? read more>>
For those planning a trip to the continent any time soon, there is often a temptation for drivers to visit a European circuit or two. read more>>
As the weather shows hints of becoming nicer, thoughts of classic vehicle owners will inevitably turn to where they can take their car, bike, van… delete as appropriate. But with this hopeful venturing forth comes the prospect of preparing the vehicle for said adventure. read more>>
Cars have, over the years, gotten larger and heavier. This is for a number of reasons, including safety and buyer demand for space and luxury. read more>>
First introduced at the 1955 Paris Motor Show, this year marks the 70th anniversary of Citroen’s iconic DS. It immediately grabbed the attention of the world’s press, with a futuristic design and advanced technology – and that was before a wheel had even turned. read more>>
As classic bike values are variously subject to post-pandemic "correction" and yo-yo-ing, it's refreshing to hear of at least one club which isn't obsessed with investment - despite one its own machines arguably responsible for lighting the blue touch-paper of collectability. Iain Macauley, automotive journalist, explores the topic further. read more>>
One of BMW’s most important models, in fact a sector defining model, celebrates its half century in 2025. That’s right, the BMW 3 Series turns 50. We look at its history and impact over the decades. read more>>
One of the most emotive badges in the automotive world, ‘RS’ has graced the bodywork of a number of truly fantastic cars over the years. From blue collar heroes to high-end sportscars, RS models have captured the attention of car fans for decades. read more>>
The Bonhams Cars Motorcycles auction at The International Classic Motorcycle Show at Stafford Showground on April 26-27, 2025 may have a long name and a lengthy introduction, but, in short, it could be one of the most important sales for years read more>>
For some, a motorcycle simply needs to be a two-stroke. That distinctive noise and performance can stir the soul and immediately have you dreaming of pulling on some leathers. read more>>
One of the most famous names from one of motorcycling’s most famous manufacturers, Harley-Davidson’s Fat Boy combines distinctive looks, a silver screen pedigree, read more>>
Audi’s iconic Quattro celebrates its 45th birthday in 2025 – an oft overused adjective, but surely applicable to one of the German manufacturer’s most famous models. read more>>
There is plenty of news at the moment about the automotive industry as a whole struggling. With rising prices across the board, from purchasing to learning to drive, as well as greater focus on other forms of personal mobility, it’s widely reported that young people simply aren’t interested in cars. read more>>
The annual Stafford Bike show is just around the corner and once again our Footman James team will be in full force to talk everything classic bike and classic bike insurance related. read more>>
For racing drivers, winning a top-level event is a sign that you’ve made it, while winning a championship means your name will definitely go down in history. But there is also an unofficial ‘title’, that of the Triple Crown. read more>>
The term “homologation special” has an important place in the hearts of motoring fanatics around the world. read more>>
We’ve picked some of those interesting cars that are celebrating milestone anniversaries in 2025; and don’t worry if you think we’re missing some out, there are plenty more that we shall look at in greater depth. read more>>
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