Neil Tuckett
7 April, 2025
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100 year old car driving 2,500 miles around Britain sets off from Northampton

Five Model T Fords will set off this Wednesday 9th April, attempting to drive 2,500 miles each, around Britain. These challenge is to repeat a feat completed 100 years ago when Ford had manufactured the 250,000th car.

Neil Tuckett’s 1925 Model T, attempting to drive circa 2,500 miles around Britain.

The model Ts are circa 100 years old themselves, travelling speeds of 30mph.

The challenge starts on Wednesday and will be tackled in two legs, hoping to complete on Monday 12th May.

The 5 drivers are local Model T enthusiasts, Neil Tuckett, Robin Sykes, Clive Hodgson, Nigel Hammond and Neil Elford.

Up to 6 vehicles will have live trackers for the event so people can follow our progress, or join us to support along the way.

Further information and live tracking: https://www.modeltford.co.uk/roundbritain2025