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Fueling young careers in the world of historic and classic cars with hands-on access to vehicles, events, and educational opportunities.

The collective historic vehicle sector has experienced rapid growth in recent years: it is now thought to be worth over £5bn annually to the UK’s economy, and it employs some 34,900 people. However, whilst expanding, it is also ageing, resulting in a younger generation missing out on both the valuable skills required and also historic vehicle ownership, particularly as costs of ownership can be ou

tside the reach of many young enthusiasts. 1,000 new engineers are estimated to be required over the next 5 years just to stem this erosion. The net result is a real possibility of valuable skills being lost, to the detriment of the industry, economy, employment and historic car enthusiasts. There is a clear need to engage a younger generation, with the aim of encouraging them to take up careers in the historic vehicle industry and to enjoy historic vehicles.

05/08/2026

We're delighted to have been named a finalist in the Charity & Community category of this year's Cherwell Business Awards! 🎉

It's a real honour to be recognised for the work StarterMotor is doing to help the next generation build careers in the classic and historic vehicle industry.

Congratulations to all the finalists, including our friends at and . It's an inspiring group of organisations making a real difference across our region, and we're proud to be recognised alongside you.

Good luck to everyone, and we look forward to celebrating together in September!

31/07/2026

We're proud to announce that StarterMotor has been selected as the official Charity Partner for this year's Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show 🌟

As the UK's premier classic motoring event and the traditional finale of the classic vehicle season, the provides the perfect platform to raise awareness of our joint mission: inspiring and enabling young people to explore careers across the classic and historic vehicle industry.

With thousands of visitors expected to attend this spectacular three-day event, we can't wait to meet enthusiasts, families and future motoring talent. Imagine your ultimate dream garage spread across 16 football pitches, packed with more than 3,000 vehicles, 310 clubs, 450 exhibitors and over 600 classic cars for sale. With hundreds of amazing classics on display, there's truly something for everyone at the NEC this November.

If you haven't booked your tickets yet, you can add a charitable donation to your order, with £3, £5 and £10 options available. Don't forget to use the code PTSM at checkout to receive a discount on your tickets too!

📆 13-15 November 2026
📍NEC, Birmingham

Link in bio to secure your tickets now.

29/07/2026

Let's meet the young people who undertook work experience placements during the BRDC Classic weekend...

Sophie – Joining the team, Sophie supported event operations throughout the weekend. From pre-race assembly logistics to podium presentations, she quickly became a trusted member of the team, helping keep the event running smoothly.

Emily – From podium interviews to main stage presentations, experienced a variety of presenting opportunities across the weekend. With guidance from , she had the chance to learn from an industry professional and did us incredibly proud.

Thomas – The team welcomed Thomas for the weekend, where he experienced race preparation and mechanical support first-hand. From helping prepare the car to monitoring timings and assisting Ambassador with race strategy, he experienced every aspect of a competitive race team.

Jess – Tasked with capturing the magic of a truly special weekend, perfectly encapsulated the spirit of the event through her photography. With guidance from , she produced a collection of images that reflected the excitement, passion and atmosphere felt across the circuit.

Millie – Supporting our main stage interviews and helping create content with the likes of and our Ambassadors, .johnston played a pivotal role in ensuring key moments from the weekend were captured and shared.

A huge thank you to all the organisations and individuals who helped make these opportunities possible. Work experience plays a vital role in supporting the employability of young people, helping them develop skills, confidence and a better understanding of what it's like to work within the industry.

We're incredibly proud of everything this wonderful group achieved across the weekend, I'm sure we'll be seeing them in the paddock again very soon. 🏁

27/07/2026

The future of the classic and historic motoring industry is in safe hands, and Classic reminded us exactly why.

With more than 30 young people we've supported attending across the weekend, alongside five work experience placements totalling over 80 hours, we left Silverstone feeling rewarded and inspired. The enthusiasm, professionalism and commitment shown by the young people representing our community was evident throughout the event.

From mechanics and race team support to photographers and media personnel, the next generation was everywhere you looked, bringing energy, passion and ambition to the paddock.

A huge thank you to and for helping make this unforgettable weekend possible. It was a fantastic celebration of historic motorsport and an invaluable opportunity for young people looking to build careers within the sector.

And finally, thank you to the incredibly talented@jesscroome_photography Croome for capturing the weekend for us. Her photographs beautifully showcase the people, passion and unforgettable moments that made the event so memorable.

20/07/2026

🏁 We're heading to the BRDC Classic!

Thanks to the generosity of Silverstone, we're delighted to be giving young people the chance to experience this incredible event while also creating five unique work placement opportunities across the weekend.

From trackside photography and presenting opportunities to event operations with Racing Legends and mechanical support with Club68, these experiences offer a behind-the-scenes look at the exciting world of historic motorsport.

We'll also be taking to the Main Stage at 2:20pm on Sunday, so if you're attending, come along and hear more about our mission, and what we're doing to welcome young people into the classic and historic vehicle sector.

A huge thank you to everyone involved in making these opportunities possible and helping young people with a passion for classic and historic motoring take their next steps into the industry.

17/07/2026

Goodwood is always a good idea...

From beautifully preserved classics to breathtaking competition cars, there were some truly special vehicles on show throughout Goodwood Festival of Speed

While it’s easy to admire the cars themselves, every vehicle has a story – and a dedicated team of people behind it. From restoration specialists and engineers to photographers, marketers and event organisers, it takes a wide range of skills to keep these incredible machines on the road and in front of enthusiasts.

Spending time with Motorsport UK, supporting their Inclusion Hub was a fantastic reminder that there are many different routes into the historic motorsport and automotive industries.

Thinking about a career in the historic automotive world? Take a look at Motorsport UK’s Inclusion Hub or get in touch. 🏁

16/07/2026

What a weekend! 🏁

Last week, our Ambassadors had an incredible time taking on this year’s HERO-ERA Rally for the Ages.

From navigating the route to making new connections across the historic motoring world, it was another reminder that the best way to learn is by getting stuck in.

These are the experiences that build skills, confidence and open doors.

Huge thanks to HERO-ERA for making it possible, and congratulations to everyone who took part.

Oh... and shoutout to our own Morgan for finishing an amazing 2nd in class! 🏆👏

Who’s joining next year? 👀

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