Mike Woods Memories of the 1969 Monte Carlo Rally

Another in our series of motor sport related videos and this one’s a gem.

This time Mike Wood has provided access to his film vault to provide us with his memories of the 1969 Monte Carlo Rally.

By then the BMC Works Team had been wound up and Mike was a member of the Ford Works Team for 1969 and should have been alongside Hannu Mikkola on this event, but due to a damaged knee they put Roger Clarke’s regular Co-driver Jim Porter with him and Mike did ice notes for the team with Roger, hence he was able to take all the film shots.

Jeff Chambers has done his magic converting the film into a video we can all enjoy.

So sit back, relax and enjoy.

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LAC 2009 Coast to Coast Classic Tour Video

Jeff Chambers has created this great video of our 2009 Coast to Coast. It’s one of a series of videos he has produced. I did try sending them but the list was corrupted so you may not have recieved the emails.
Taking in some great countryside the event took the scenic route from The Midland Hotel in Morecambe to a park just above Peasholme Park in Scarborough overlooking the North Bay.
Thew entrants then made thir way to onwe of our regular finishes at The East Ayton Lodge for a buffet.
Great event please enjoy.
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Veteran & Vintage Car run -Manchester to Blackpool from 1970’s

Jeff Chambers has been hard at work preparing this short video of cars on our own Manchester to Blackpool Car Run throughout the 70’s. There are some great cars which may stir memories of this classic event.

Well worth a watch you may see yor car or even your good self on one of the shots.

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ULEZ Exemption

With the expansion of the ULEZ to the boundaries of Greater London any vehicles are being drawn into the net. Vehicles complying with Euro emission standards are however exempt.

The Transport to London (TFL) web site gives the following information

Petrol cars that meet the ULEZ standards are generally those first registered as new with the DVLA after 2005, although cars that meet the standards have been available since 2001. This is Euro 4.

Diesel cars that meet the standards are generally those first registered with the DVLA as new after September 2015. This is Euro 6.

As you can see for petrol that is generally cars registered after 2005 and diesel 2015 but note the web sites say ‘generally’ and this is leading to some confusion. Cars produced prior to these dates may comply but don’t appear on the vehicle checker.

There is a way to get compliant cars registered as exempt by obtaining an ‘exemption certificate’ from the manufacturer. This only applies to a few models which were manufactured to the Euro 4 or 6 standards prior to 2005 or 2015 and there is a charge.

However, the press is now reporting that this exemption is being used by scammers:

“Fraudsters selling counterfeit exemption certification for London’s newly extended ultra low emission zone are advertising widely on social media, Sky News has found.

Adverts on Facebook Marketplace, TikTok, Snapchat, Instagram and WhatsApp claim to be able to make vehicles “ULEZ exempt” in as little as 24 hours using nothing more than the vehicle’s logbook.

Transport for London (TfL) says it is aware of criminals attempting to submit applications and has already removed “many” that it suspects of being fraudulent.”

The only thing we can say is be very careful. If you believe your car is compliant but made before the relevant dates, contact the manufacturer who will confirm the cars eligibility and then if appropriate issue a formal letter for a charge. You can then contact TFL to get your car listed as exempt. Make sure you are not dealing with a fraudster as the consequences could be very expensive at the least.

Mclarens at Shelsey

Members of the Taylor family were out in full force at the Shelsley Walsh Nostalgia Hillclimb.

McLaren cars were celebrated with a 60 year Anniversary.  Anthony and Richard Taylor were invited to take their M1B for a run up the hill. They also invited customers with McLarens to join the fun.    Best of all was David Tatham, from across the Pennines who took the M12 out of 10 years` hibernation, following his father`s death, but brought t over to Autotune for as quick an overhaul as was possible in two full-on weeks.

And then – he only beat the entire Entry list to blast an incredible 30.7 time and take Fastest Time of the Day.  A few tears and more beers for a fantastic end to a great weekend at this wonderful venue.

Pictures from this years Coast to Coast

We have posted photos from this years Coast to Coast on our Gallery. Thanks to Mike Wood and Glyn Hughes for taking them.

Due to the somewhat inclement weather the are less photos than normal but there is a great video of the event.

Take a look at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wj2uYF311tw

Our picture Gallery updated.

We have added to our Picture Gallery photos supplied by Mike Wood, Shawcross Galleries and Glyn Hughes of this years St Georges Day Run and the recent Kendal 100 to our Gallery. To see the photos simply click on Gallery in the banner at the top of the opening page.

There is also a video of the day see:

Video of our St Georges Day Run ‘Passing Pendle’

Paul Hargreaves was out on our St Georges Day Run with his camera and has sent me a nice video of many of you passing over Pendle.

If you want to have a look either click on this link or copy and paste into your browser

Enjoy.

By the way Paul plans to be out on the LAC Kendal 100 on the 18th June. Entries for that event are rolling is but currently there are still places left.

 

 

Fellsman 2022 – Pictures

Mike Wood was out on our Fellsman run with his little Box Brownie taking some fime pictures of the entrants as they passed through some beutiful ccountry lanes.

Warning from Motorsport UK

As you may know the Lancashire Automobile Club (1902) Ltd is a member of several Associations. We have received the following from Chris Woodcock who is the Chairman of ANCC.
The LAC is a Motorsport UK Registered Club and provided we organise our events in accordance with their regulations we, and our members, are covered by specific insurance policies. Additionally compliance with Motorsport UK’s regulations ensures compliance with the Road Traffic Act.
We would therefore like to draw members attention to this notification from the ANCC so they may make an informed decision when entering events.
To all member clubs of The Association of Northern Car Clubs (ANCC)
28/03/2022
You may have seen that an event marketing company called Classic and Competition Car Events is promoting a series of events they are marketed as a tour with untimed special stages.
These events are:-
Mintex Rally Yorkshire at Church Fenton Airfield and Harewood 8/9 April
Lombard Rally Festival Newcastle at Witton Castle 16 /17 July
Classic and Competition Car Events Albemarle Barracks 2/3 September
It should be made clear these event have not been granted a Motorsport UK event permit or a stage rally demonstration permit.
Our concern is that as it’s not being run under Motorsport UK regulations this poses a threat to established events should anything unfortunate happen. Events that are organised by Motorsport UK clubs are respected for their safety, good organisation, and staffing by professional volunteers, including good PR work with the local inhabitants.
I am writing to strongly advise you that anyone from your club who plans to take part or be involved in any capacity at these events are made aware that they are not covered by any Motorsport UK insurance and they and their equipment are present totally at their own risk, and will not have access to Motorsport UK legal support if anything goes wrong.
If they do become involved, then it is as an individual and not as part of a Motorsport UK recognised motor club, and must not give any indication that they are there as an Motorsport UK approved official or a safety marshal or radio operator.
The following statement has been issued by Motorsport UK:-
“Only Motorsport UK events held under Organising Permit or Certificate of Exemption are covered by Motorsport UK Master Insurance Policies in respect of Public Liability and Personal Accident. At other events not held under Motorsport UK Permits it is wise to check adequate insurance is in place to protect; drivers, entrants, passengers and officials. Motorsport UK Liability cover is up to £100,000,000 for any one accident Motorsport UK events are also Authorised under the Motor Vehicles Off Road Events Legislation where applicable, which exempts drivers from Sections 1,2 & 3 (dangerous or careless driving) of the Road Traffic Act whilst driving within the rules of the event off the public highway.”
Best Regards,
Chris Woodcock
Chairman ANCC.
Best regards
Chris Woodcock
Chairman
Association of Northern Car Clubs Ltd