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Regulations are now available for the 1977 Total Economy Run, organised by the Hants 84 jerks MC. The rules show that 50 cars will be allowed to participate in the…

The biggest crowd ever seen at Shelsley flocked to the historic climb in August to celebrate Midland AC's Centenary. With a joint VSCC/MAC meeting on Saturday and an Invitational event…

Renewed Police Activity. TAutomobile Association warns motorists of the importance of keeping their number plates "clearly distinguishable" as required by law. In certain parts of the country, the matter is…

BRITISH CARS IN ROME Having read with much interest the contributions of " Unglaubiger " and Major Peaty on prices in France and Germany, may I add in turn some…

Jim Clark was at the height of his powers in 1965 — no matter which car or what conditions, he seemed unbeatable. Gordon Cruickshank recalls a 'typical' day Snow, hail…

A Clean Sweep by Brabham  Kyalami, Johannesburg, October 15th Under normal conditions the South African GP takes place at the beginning of the season and when the 1983 season was…

Chassis No. 258 Engine No. 2583 The BRM number 258 made its first race appearance in the French Grand Prix at Reims in July 1958 where Harry Schell drove it…

THE TREND OF RACING-CAR DESIGN BEING THE ANNUAL SURVEY OF PROGRESS MADE IN THE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF RACING CARS DURING THE PAST SEASON THIRTY-EIGHT has been a year of…

Bentley is planning a return to international sports car racing and promises to be back at the Le Mans 24 Hours inside five years. The British manufacturer, which is part…

On the road with Reg Sir, I very much enjoyed Lunch with Tim Parnell in the August issue. However, please allow me to make a correction to the Reg Parnell…

TAKING TRIALS TOO EASILY: A Lesson of the London-Exeter. There is no doubt that many of the competitors in such events as the London-Exeter and similar trials take part merely…

TRYING A "SECOND-HANDER.' III.--A 1928 GRAND SPORTS SALMSON. THERE is no doubt that the competition in the 1100 c.c. class has fallen off considerably in the last few years. There…