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THUNDERBIRDS ARE GO

The Triumph Thunderbird was launched in autumn 1949 for the 1950 model year – after some impressive publicity meant it was much anticipated. It remained a range mainstay for a decade and a half.

Reunification reminiscence

In the summer of 1990, 30 years ago this year, a pair of Vincent enthusiasts set out on a trip to the new, united Germany.

Fetch the family album…

Just before Father’s Day, Noel Clegg’s collection of motorcycle photographs, which were taken at his father Tom’s side as a young boy at race meetings of the 1950s and 1960s, were examined by his daughter, Rachael.

Loyal servant

For over 50 years, this vintage AJS has provided faithful service - and it keeps on doing so.

Dream machine

Although well known for their racing successes, FB Mondial were no strangers to producing utilitarian machines, with this, the Sogno (Dream), one of their more unusual offerings.

A brief chat with... Mike Wills

Though always an active section participant, Mike Wills resisted suggestions that he stand for the VMCC presidency until now.

Third Time Lucky

Will this third BSA side-valve single measure up to the first one? Should you ever go back? Yes, of course you should if it provides a spark of joy.

Store Cupboard Special

Though we’re hopefully nearing the end of lockdown, it’s inspired an apt new project, trying to make a tasty meal out of all the leftovers.

Custom Caravette

I first photographed Andrew and Sam’s bus way back in 2014 when they won an award at the Bus Stop VW Show, since then the bus has undergone an amazing refurb and it was a pleasure to meet up with them and their son Ben again for this shoot.

Rebuilt Wreck

Looking at this beautifully restored 11 windows Microbus it’s hard to believe that it was almost a total wreck when rescued.

Location, Location, Location

When it comes to photoshoots for motoring magazines it’s all about the location. Well, and a bit of skill, experience and artistic ability.

Brochure Line

In which recent purchasers of the ‘old’ T3 air-cooled Microbus spit fire and blood

The Old Man's Truck

If you start a project with your Dad, finishing it is a priority no matter what, even if the worst happens.

The Gift that Keeps on Giving

This tin top camper has been lovingly looked after by just three owners in its life, and each time it changed hands the previous owner gifted it to the new owner.

Boxing Clever

Although this oversize box van was originally a special conversion developed by the Dutch coachbuilders Kemperink, it proved so popular that by 1959 it had become a VW approved conversion, available to order from dealerships.

Bertha the Beerbuz

Originally a Military catering vehicle, this striking and rare T3 box van conversion is the latest addition to Beerbuz’s mobile pub business

Sitting on the Dock of the Bay…

Stepping out towards a new normal.

A star is born

Paul O’Callaghan has encountered all sorts of trucks on his adventures in Australia, but few are as rare as this imposing Iveco Powerstar 7800

ELECTRIFYING!

Maintaining the nation’s power grid requires specialist equipment. NGC use MAN trucks for their on and off-road operations. We went to their HQ in the Scottish Borders to check them out

Feeling Blue

Kevin Charles went looking for a show truck project, and when he saw this 144 460 T-cab it certainly had a deep impact on him

Charity Chariots

The M25 hosted a fantastic convoy of trucks on 25 May to raise money for food banks

GEARS ‘R' GOOD

W. Marley is an old-school haulier with its roots in agriculture and a superb fleet of Volvos from the latest FM and FH to old-school FL10s

pick of the bunch

Hereford is well-known for its delicious cider, but we reckon Phill Preece Transport’s clean, sharp Volvo FH16 750 is even tastier

Snap Decisions

In the second part of photographer Tom Cunningham’s truck photography features, he selects a few of his favourite images and explains how, why and where they were shot

The wrong trousers

Mat has plans to catch up on some writing work, but then duty calls and a busy week follows

Time Machine 80-84

A new series sees Peter Davies look back at trucks on the road from the 1980s to the 2000s. Kicking things off we take in 80-84

Laughing gas

We put Scania’s gas powered R410 to work for a week and discover a fleet truck with green credentials that tackled everything with enthusiasm

The Red Baron

Baron von Richthofen may have been the inspiration for the name of this T4, but could you have made a cuppa in the back of a Fokker DR.1 Triplane?

Outlaw Six

When you first find the Transporter scene and the Dubs Outlaws group in particular, then you need a van that works for you, if it looks the part too then that’s an added bonus

Teahupo'o VW Campers

If you’re looking for a van in which to live your dreams, then why not choose one that has been designed and developed over thirty years?