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Green card scheme for EU country car visits scrapped

23rd July, 2021

Good news for anyone considering a continental classic car tour this summer, after it was announced that millions of people will no longer need an insurance ‘green card’ before taking their car to EU countries.

The history of the Highway Code

22nd July, 2021

Which book is ever-present on the best-seller lists – yet can also claim to have saved thousands of lives?

Club of the month - The Green Lane Association

22nd July, 2021

Formed in 1995, the Green Lane Association (GLASS) is the National User Group for those who enjoy using the Country’s network of ancient unsurfaced public roads and vehicular rights of way.

A beginner's guide to hillclimbing and sprints

20th July, 2021

You may be the proud owner of a classic motor with a sporty bent – an MGB GT, say, or an early Mazda MX-5, or a Mk2 Golf GTI. And perhaps you've wondered idly, from time to time, what it would be like to enter your classic into the odd motorsport event.

Best kayaking locations in the UK

16th July, 2021

In this article we’ll explore a little bit more about this amazing activity – the best places to do it, how to get a licence if you need one and some top tips to keep you safe while you’re out on the water.

MEET THE OWNER – PETER OKONSKI AND HIS HILLMAN HUNTER GLS

Andrew Roberts |
13th July, 2021

In 1973, a new Hunter GLS was somewhat of a Q-Car – even if the owner specified the ‘Limelight’ paint finish.

Meet the Owner – Simon Frith and his Datsun Skyline 240K GT

Andrew Roberts |
13th July, 2021

Owners of once-familiar 1970s saloons are very familiar with the opening line ‘my dad/mum/grandfather/uncle/headmistress/postman had one of those’.

The Remarkable Panhard PL17

Andrew Roberts |
12th July, 2021

Experiencing a Panhard PL17 was an experience on a par with entering the National Motor Museum for the first time or encountering the Genevieve Darracq in the metal – something never to be forgotten.

The Škoda S110R – A Celebration

Andrew Roberts |
12th July, 2021

In the late 1970s, many a young “Ton-Up” driver in their customised Ford Anglia 105E (a la The Young Ones) was amazed to be overtaken by a rear-engine coupe.

Meet the Owner – Ian Evans and his Zündapp Janus

Andrew Roberts |
8th July, 2021

A 1958 Zündapp is not the ideal vehicle for motorists who wish to maintain a low profile. Whenever Ian Evans goes for a spin, the reaction of other road users, along with many pedestrians, is ‘what on earth is that?’

A history of the Dakar Rally

7th July, 2021

Strap yourselves in and check the GPS, as we take a white-knuckle ride through the colourful history of the world’s most demanding endurance rally

Ten of the best military museums in the UK

7th July, 2021

Did you know that we insure lots of old military vehicles here at Lancaster as well as classic cars? From old military Land Rovers to full-on tanks, we’ve got you covered!