Kim offers a brief general (and personal) perspective on keeping problems at bay, in the hope that this information may help others. All words and photographs © Kim Henson. VITAL NOTES: Observe all safety precautions, including supporting the vehicle on sturdy axle stands, not just jacks, when working on it. If in any doubt about any aspect of working on the brake system, seek help from … [Read more...]
Classics Information
Easter egg-citement at the British Motor Museum
The British Motor Museum tells us... (All words and photographs from The Museum). The British Motor Museum has a basket full of cracking activities this Easter from 28 March to 12 April. Find mischievous rabbits on the Great Big Bunny Hunt, get stuck into a crafty challenge, and join one of the interactive family tours. Visit over the Easter Weekend, between 3 to 6 April, and embark on a … [Read more...]
Classic Clubs Series – No. 5 – The Standard Motor Club
‘Dedicated to the preservation of all Standards and their derivatives’. All main text words and all photographs from David Shadbolt, Publicity Officer for the Club. (Kim adds that the photographs included in the article, and shown in several 'era' sections, represent a selection of Standards and other models associated with the Standard Motor Company, which operated for 60 years from 1903. All … [Read more...]
Brooklands to celebrate centenary of Britain’s very first Grand Prix
Brooklands Museum tells us... (All photographs and text from Brooklands Museum). • 100 Grand Prix cars to mark special 100-year anniversary • Spectacular celebration at the birthplace of British motorsport • The world's first purpose-built racetrack honours its history • Iconic racers on show as well as crowd-pleasing action • Tickets now on sale for milestone tribute on … [Read more...]
MoT exemption for classic vehicles – clarification on current rules
Department for Transport MoT exemption criteria for Historic vehicles - by Dave Moss. On 10th March 2026 the Department for Transport issued a new version of its guidance leaflet detailing when historic vehicles are exempt from MoT. Although there has recently been a consultation which included questions about MoT test exemptions, and the new guidance is described as "an update", the new document … [Read more...]
Fun at Beaulieu for Easter 2026
Beaulieu celebrates Easter with family fun and a new look for the National Motor Museum. Beaulieu tells us... (All words and photographs from Beaulieu). This Easter at Beaulieu from the 28 March – 12 April, gather friends and family and be one of the first to experience the National Motor Museum’s brand new entrance hallway and explore the brand new gallery Driven: Britain’s Motoring … [Read more...]
British Motor Museum to host six classic and modern motoring shows this spring!
The British Motor Museum tells us... (Photographs and all words from the Museum). The British Motor Museum will host six classic and modern motoring shows this spring. These will include Rustival on 18 April, Ultimate BMW Show on 26 April, Gaydon Land Rover Show on 2 & 3 May, UK Slot Car Festival on 9 & 10 May, Vaux ALL on 17 May and TUCKED at the British Motor Museum on 24 May. … [Read more...]
‘Driven’ – Britain’s Motoring Story to be opened at The National motor Museum
The National Motor Museum tells us: (All words and photographs from The National Motor Museum). One of the most significant changes to the National Motor Museum since it was built is about to be unveiled at Beaulieu. A new look entrance hall and upper gallery will house “Driven: Britain’s Motoring Story”, a contemporary museum display interpreting the development of motoring in the UK. The … [Read more...]
Busy Beaulieu in 2026
Beaulieu tells us... (All words and photographs from Beaulieu). Beaulieu is set for an exciting year ahead, with 2026 bringing new experiences and returning favourites across the attraction. Leading the programme of developments is the opening of a brand-new entrance to the National Motor Museum, alongside the launch of the permanent gallery Driven: Britain’s Motoring Story, and Palace House … [Read more...]
‘Rustival’ returns for its fourth event at The British Motor Museum
The British Motor Museum tells us: (All words and photographs from The British Motor Museum). Rustival returns for its fourth event at the British Motor Museum on Saturday 18 April. Known by many as the ‘UK’s friendliest car show’, this family friendly event is a celebration of all vehicles, from car, commercial, bus and bike, and their enthusiasts! From clapped out to Concours - if it’s got … [Read more...]
New Vintage Market and Classic Car Park to feature at the 2026 Beaulieu Spring Autojumble
Beaulieu tells us... (All words from Beaulieu). (All photographs © Kim Henson). Motoring enthusiasts from all over are counting down to another unmissable Spring Autojumble at Beaulieu on 16th – 17th May. With hundreds of stands packed with automotive bargains and elusive spares, it’s a must-visit weekend for true petrol-heads. This year, event-goers will be treated to some brand-new … [Read more...]
For Your Bookshelf: “BMC Farina Cars In Detail”
BMC Farina Cars In Detail – Book Review Reviewed by Kim Henson Author: Anders Ditlev Clausager Published by: Herridge & Sons Ltd. https://www.herridgeandsons.com/ 192 pages (hardback), large format (270 x 210mm), and including 360 illustrations UK Price: £45 (but currently on offer from the publishers at £32.50, with free shipping on all UK … [Read more...]
Sunbeam 1000hp World Land Speed Record Breaker car to be displayed at the Peterson Automotive Museum, Los Angeles
World Land Speed Sunbeam 1000hp to go on display at the Los Angeles’ Peterson Automotive Museum (Photograph and all words from The National Motor Museum, Beaulieu). On loan from England’s National Motor Museum, the first vehicle to ever break 200 mph in 1927 will debut this fall at the Petersen Automotive Museum after a complete restoration. The National Motor Museum at Beaulieu, England is … [Read more...]
Simply Rallies return to Beaulieu for the 2026 season
Beaulieu tell us... (All words and photographs from Beaulieu). Beaulieu’s much-loved calendar of Simply Rallies is nearly here, much to the delight of petrol-head enthusiasts. Among the returning favourites are the hugely popular Simply Ford, Simply Japanese, Simply Audi and Simply BMW, with many more in between. Plus, a brand-new rally brings a diverse range of classic cars, spanning … [Read more...]
Young mechanics presented with award certificates for VW Beetle restoration
The National Motor Museum, Beaulieu, tells us... (Photograph and all words from The Museum). Lord Montagu of Beaulieu has presented award certificates at the National Motor Museum to students who successfully participated in the Mechanix course and restored a classic yellow 1973 Volkswagen Beetle. Jon Murden, Chief Executive of the National Motor Museum says, “Every year a local church … [Read more...]
Celebration day for Standard Triumph Aficionados – Tuesday 10th February 2026
CELEBRATION DAY FOR STANDARD TRIUMPH AFICIONADOS - TUESDAY 10th FEBRUARY 2026 Fans of the once-mighty Standard and Triumph marques are celebrating the 131st birthday of Sir John Black today – Tuesday 10th February 2026. Sir John was the former chairman of the Standard Motor Company who orchestrated the acquisition of Triumph. Each year owners of Standard Triumph cars worldwide are encouraged to … [Read more...]
TV chef Nick Nairn describes automotive adventures in his youth
Petrolhead TV Chef reveals lucky escape after botched DIY car repairs... TV chef Nick Nairn has told of his youthful car adventures which began as a 13-year-old doing handbrake turns in his brother's Minivan on the family farm in Stirlingshire. Speaking on the motoring podcast, Scotland the Drive, Nick admits to being a petrolhead who has had a host of cars during his driving career. They … [Read more...]
High Standards for the 2026 NEC Restoration Show
The Standard Motor Club will be back in force with a fine display of historic British cars at this year’s Practical Classics Classic Car and Restoration Show, due to take place between 20 and 22 March 2026 at the National Exhibition Centre. The Club tells us: (All words and photographs from The Standard Motor Club). The Club will have four cars on its stand in Hall 5: XD 9979 - Standard SLO, … [Read more...]
Trans-Atlantic partnership announced by the National Motor Museum for the World Land Speed Record Sunbeam 1000hp tour
The Museum tells us... (All words and photographs from the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu). The National Motor Museum at Beaulieu, England is partnering with CARS (Classic Automotive Relocation Services) company which will become its ‘Exclusive Logistics Partner’ in the USA to transport and display the iconic Sunbeam 1000hp – the first vehicle to exceed 200 mph - when it arrives in America in … [Read more...]
South via Stirling – in the Monte Carlo Classique/Historique Rally
Stirling welcomed Rally participants on Thursday evening, 29th January... A red floodlit Stirling Castle provided the backdrop for a 'Monte Fest' to see off the competitors in this year's Monte Carlo Classique/Historique Rally as they called at the city on their way to the South of France. Lord Provost of Stirling Rosemary Fraser waved off the crews who'd already travelled down from the start on … [Read more...]
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