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The evolution of engine oil technology
Mike Bewsey, global CEO of the original British motor oil, Duckhams, reports on how engine oil technology has changed since the company was first founded in 1899.. The past few decades have seen immense change in lubricants, driven by increasingly sophisticated engine technology. But cast your mind
Duckhams celebrates 125 years of winning
The original British motor oil, Duckhams, celebrates its remarkable 125th anniversary in 2024. Founded in 1899 by the visionary Alexander Duckham, his enduring legacy, marked by a relentless winning spirit, has captivated engineers and enthusiasts for 125 years. Deeply rooted in the pioneering spiri
The fastest thing in the Fens – Duckhams and BRM
British Racing Motors (BRM) was founded just after the Second World War by Raymond Mays, who had built several hill-climb and road racing cars under the English Racing Automobiles (ERA) brand before the war, and Peter Berthon, a long-time associate of Mays. Mays’ pre-war successes with ERA (and acce
Check out Duckhams Oils in our handy Restoration Guide
Duckhams have partnered with Kelsey Media, to support a bookazine to be distributed as a supplement with all of the publisher’s motoring titles including Classic Car Mart and Classics Monthly. The handy A5 guide, helps enthusiasts through all aspects of classic car restoration, from choosing the rig
Driving Classic Cars in Europe after Brexit
Yes, we mentioned the “B” word, sorry! But this is important because the FHBVC have released a checklist to help make sure you don’t get caught out when driving in Europe this year. There may be new changes in legislation, insurances and driving requirements expected after… you know what. Nobody kno