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Keep up with StarterMotor: announcements, reports from events around the country, and stories from our ambassadors on the road and in the workshop.

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  • We’re hiring… Job Role: General Manager

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    We’re hiring… Job Role: General Manager

    StarterMotor is a UK-based charity dedicated to securing the future of the classic and historic vehicle industry by enabling the next generation to build meaningful careers within it.

  • Collaboration with a cause

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    Collaboration with a cause

    Specialists around site at Bicester Motion and within the wider classic car community have rallied to the cause and generously supported StarterMotor with their 2025 Festive Online Auction.

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  • A Weekend at Silverstone: My Journey in the World of Motor Racing

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    A Weekend at Silverstone: My Journey in the World of Motor Racing

    I had the incredible opportunity to attend the Motor Racing Legends Silverstone GP Racing event, made possible through StarterMotor, a charity dedicated to providing young people with invaluable work experience and job opportunities in the motor industry.

  • Toby’s Triumphant Restoration Journey

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    Toby’s Triumphant Restoration Journey

    The vibrant community associated with the classic and historic motoring sector is one filled with stories and adventures of members new and old.

  • 1917 pioneering hybrid car to go under the hammer

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    1917 pioneering hybrid car to go under the hammer

    We've teamed up with prestigious auction house, H&H Classics, where next week our 1917 Woods Dual Power will be auctioned. The head-turning, history-rich vehicle that was bequeathed to us in 2021 paved the way for automotive powertrain advancements and with the help from Lucas…

  • I wanna tell you a story…

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    I wanna tell you a story…

    In an article recently published in the Morgan Sports Car Club's Miscellany magazine, hear from Marketing and Events Specialist for StarterMotor Charity, Gracie Haddon, about the next generation of careers within the classic and historic vehicle sector.

  • StarterMotor boss to raise funds on two wheels

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    StarterMotor boss to raise funds on two wheels

    Not content with running Bicester Motion-based charity StarterMotor, general manager Steve Cootes is raising money for Movember by joining the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride on Sunday 18 May.

  • Emily Writes… Barney’s Legacy

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    Emily Writes… Barney’s Legacy

    Discover articles written by our very own Ambassador, Emily Grace, as she shares thought provoking and inspiring pieces, shared amongst members of the Historic & Classic Vehicle Alliance.

  • A line-up of classic cars on the grass with StarterMotor ambassadors behind them.

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    Emily Writes… Driving Change Through Heritage

    Discover articles written by our very own Ambassador, Emily Grace, as she shares thought provoking and inspiring pieces, shared amongst members of the Historic & Classic Vehicle Alliance.

  • Emily Writes… Classic Cars & Young People

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    Emily Writes… Classic Cars & Young People

    Discover articles written by our very own Ambassador, Emily Grace, as she shares thought provoking and inspiring pieces, shared amongst members of the Historic & Classic Vehicle Alliance.