NEWS
Jim & Allan’s thoughts on historic vehicles and other topics of interest …
1924 Packard heads Shannons May 2022 auction
There are some superb veteran cars in Shannons Timed Online Autumn Auction from May 17-24. Dominating the line-up is a right hand drive 1924 Packard Single Eight Model 136 Sports Tourer.
Isuzu Truck’s 50 years Down Under
In 2022, Isuzu Trucks celebrates 50 years of operation in Australia, with a key focus on the people and product that have contributed to this enviable achievement.
Volvo Group restored truck brands at MOVE
The newly re-launched Museum Of Vehicle Evolution (MOVE) in the central Victorian city of Shepparton has seen the recent arrival of historic examples of all three Volvo Group Australia truck brands.
Compact fire extinguishers explained
There are now several brands of compact, non-pressurised fire extinguishers available and all seem to offer a much more convenient means of protection than traditional extinguishers.
Windscreens looking for a home
Auto museum MOVE in Shepparton
The Museum of Vehicle Evolution (MOVE) is one of the largest regional museums of collectibles in Australia and is unique for its variety. Formerly the Shepparton Motor Museum and Collectibles venue, the site has doubled in size and was renamed MOVE in late-2021.
Vale Frank Williams (1942 – 2021)
To any follower of Formula One, Frank Williams needs no introduction; nor does Formula One World Champion in 1980 – our own Alan Jones.
Daimler split dictates historic vehicles and archive move
Due to the split of Daimler into two independent companies on 1 December 2021, Daimler has transferred historic Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicles and parts of its truck and bus archive to a new location in Wörth.
Vale Tom Lindsay – road transport pioneer
Post World War II road transport industry pioneer, Tom Lindsay, passed away in November 2021.