Take to the Road recently attended Motorsport at the Palace 2017 and here are some of the highlights of the racing action. Tickets for the event came courtesy of show sponsor Footman James (a big…
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What You Should Know Before Attending a Classic Car Auction
When you’re into restoring old classics, you probably know very well that the biggest scoops often are found at a classic car auction. With around 12,000 motor vehicles sold at auctions in the UK every…
Waterloo Classics Car Club August Meet Highlights
On Saturday 19th August Take to the Road paid a visit to the Waterloo Classics Car Club which was holding its monthly meet on Lower Marsh Road in London. It was my first time to…
Common Problems You Could Encounter When Restoring A Classic Car
Owning a classic car is definitely not a hobby for those that want to take it easy. In fact, an auto hobby can come with a lot of work as classics often require a lot…
The Vauxhall Chevette: A Great Start In Classic Cars
A lot of people find themselves feeling daunted when they first start delving into classic cars. There are a lot of brands around, some of which don’t exist anymore. This can make it hard to…
Full Steam Ahead – 1908 Stanley Model K
At the turn of the 20th century there were three main rivals fighting it out in the new world of automobiles… electric, petrol and of course steam powered cars. In my latest feature film I…
Take to the Road Product Reviews: Plantronics Voyager Legend Bluetooth Headset
Modern smart phone based technology is not something you normally associate with classic cars. We all like to keep our old cars, well… old. Originality is important and while modern enhancements for the suspension, ignition…
Ford Cortina MkII: How To Look After This Future Classic
Getting your hands on a classic car is every petrol head’s dream. Not just because they are the epitome of cool and class. Or because they just don’t make cars that exciting anymore. It is…
Highlights from the 2017 City Concours in London
Last Thursday Take to the Road attended the inaugural City Concours in London. Nestled in the grounds of the Honorable Artillery Company, this new concours event is the precursor to the Concours of Elegance (which…
Epic South African V8 Stealth Beetle Project
The Volkswagen Beetle is one of the most popular custom cars on the planet. Originally developed as a cheap mode of transport for the people, the Beetle’s simplicity in design and maintenance lead to a…