28 February, 2026

February 26, 1966, marks the day that a group of organizations representing historical vehicle enthusiasts from a number of countries banded together to form an international body dedicated exclusively to the promotion, protection and preservation of motorized historical vehicles including automobiles, motorcycles, buses, trucks and tractors. That organization emerged into what is known today as the Fédération Internationale des Véhicules Anciens (FIVA). In the sixty years that have passed, FIVA has come a long way, growing exponentially and is now represented in over ninety countries, present in every continent and having over two million members.

Spring is in the air, and with the 110th anniversary of the Indianapolis 500 this May, the R.E. Olds Transportation Museum is developing a new temporary exhibit. The museum's Michigan Racing Heritage exhibit will examine the rise and evolution of racing technology by companies such as REO Motor Car Company and Oldsmobile, as well as the drivers who pushed their cars to the highest levels. The museum plans to open this new exhibit in late April 2026.

The Jim Clark Motorsport Museum in Duns reopens with two surprise Clark cars making their first appearance since his death, to rekindle the Borders' connections with F1. As a nation of sports fans, Scots tend to play down stardom, which is perhaps why Clark remains little known to many in his own country - and even in the Borders which he called home.  Racing cars tend to be among the museum's biggest attraction, and the two new arrivals have previously been unseen since Clark raced. The 1965 Type 35 Formula 2 with a Cosworth engine was designed as F1's new car for that year. The 1965 Lotus Type 33, chassis R11, is also making its way to Duns.

Following the funding announcement in late January cementing Dundee Museum of Transport’s move to the Maryfield Tram Depot site, the first phase of works is now underway on site. Work began three weeks ago to carefully remove the roofs of the 1913 and 1920 sections of the building, alongside installing temporary supports to stabilise the free-standing walls. This stage is progressing well and is an important early step in preparing the structure for its long-term future. Further works are programmed to commence, focusing on the 1901 and 1913 sections as well.

A 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is now on show at the Haynes Motor Museum after more than 20 years as a static exhibit. It has been restored to full road-going condition by Haynes Heritage Engineering, the specialist workshop based at the museum. The restoration team prioritised preserving the car’s originality and historical integrity throughout the process. Work on the vehicle included more than 200 hours of hand metalwork, around 300 hours in the paint shop, a complete engine rebuild, and reinstallation of the original Fawn leather interior. 

Last Saturday, The Iconic Sale at Race Retro 2026 saw the sale of an extremely rare and highly sought-after 1933 Riley 14/6 Alpine Tourer, which is now heading to Cabrio Gallery in Czechia. Owned by former Top Gear presenter and motoring enthusiast Richard Hammond since 2019, the car bears registration number RM 8545, chassis number 14L927. Its 1,633cc six-cylinder engine was an enlargement of the Riley 9hp four-cylinder twin-cam engine, which had been introduced in 1926 and was renowned for its technical sophistication. The Alpine Tourer bodywork was built by the renowned coachbuilder Hancock & Warman in Coventry.

The restoration of Škoda Museum's 104/II truck is now well underway with its cab refitted, and restoration continuing as scheduled. Workers at the museum's restoration workshop always try to use as many original parts as possible. If a part is beyond saving, they will make it themselves or have it produced. They
also make frequent use of the local archive, studying the technical
drawings and descriptions of vehicles as well as classic maintenance
procedures.

Look
at Transport Museum Wythall's Midland Red D7, approaching the end of a significant restoration. The body
structure is new, its initial estimate fell short when the panels were
removed but we've carried on up hill to the crest. But they're not quite
there yet, under the skin they need go through all the mechanicals with a
light overhaul, but nothing to stop it coming into service in the
summer.

There is an interesting anecdote related to the Partizan M-50 moped produced in Subotica. The factory, which was otherwise known for its bicycle production, began producing the M-50 moped in 1959. Thus, along with Tomos in Koper and TMZ in Zagreb, another factory with the same production program was created. The first series of the M-50 moped was equipped with an engine supplied by the Zagreb Motor Factory. The engine had a displacement of 50 cc and prodiced 2.2 hp. This moped was produced in 1963 and is from the second series, which had an S38 engine, manufactured under a Polish license. The moped was donated to the museum by Mrs. Vesna Kušek.

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