Camions (jusqu'à 1960) - Grande Bretagne : livres - histoire

British Lorries 1945-1965

Les premiers camions britanniques d'après-guerre présentaient des caractéristiques très nettes de l'avant-guerre, et il fallut un certain temps avant que les fabricants britanniques ne commencent à concevoir leurs véhicules selon de nouvelles lignes. Quelques entreprises audacieuses proposèrent des idées novatrices, mais la plupart de celles-ci tombèrent à l'abandon.

Cet ouvrage retrace le parcours du camion britannique sur 20 ans à travers les documents de vente et de publicité des fabricants eux-mêmes, depuis le révolutionnaire - mais désormais oublié - Jensen jusqu'à des classiques comme le Bedford TK.

Au cours de la période concernée, il y avait environ 40 fabricants de véhicules commerciaux au Royaume-Uni. Plusieurs étaient de petites entreprises ou des sociétés spécialisées avec une production limitée, tandis que d'autres ont été absorbées par des entreprises plus prospères. Albion, par exemple, a été repris par Leyland en 1951. En 1965, seules quelques-unes des grandes entreprises subsistaient encore, et l'individualité était en train de devenir rapidement un simple souvenir.

Plus de 400 illustrations tirées de brochures et de catalogues, combinant souvent un travail artistique inspiré avec des photographies, offrent un aperçu social fascinant tout en fournissant au véritable passionné de véhicules commerciaux des détails techniques et des spécifications difficiles à trouver.

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British Lorries 1900-1945

The first 45 years of the 20th century saw the most formative period in the history of commercial vehicles: in 1900 the mechanically powered lorry was a novelty, yet by 1945 the ancestors of today's 38-ton juggernauts were clearly identifiable.
In sharp contrast to the current picture, over forty lorry manufacturers were active in Britain during the period, most of whom have now sadly ceased production.

In this book S.W. Stevens-Stratten has provided a concise textual history of 42 manufacturers and their products ranging from the more prominent firms such as Albion and Foden to less well-known concerns such as Bean and Caledon.

The book is profusely illustrated with more than 200 superb black and white photographs and provides a feast of nostalgia for the more general reader, as well as a comprehensive reference for the enthusiast.

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British Lorries of the 1950s

Les fabricants britanniques de véhicules commerciaux ont joué un rôle clé dans le renforcement de l'économie britannique tout au long des années 1950, en particulier pendant la période d'austérité après-guerre, une époque où ils ont contribué à l'indispensable essor des exportations. Les camions britanniques étaient donc considérés comme les chevaux de trait du monde et accomplissaient une large gamme de tâches, de la livraison de marchandises au transport lourd.
Cette étude très visuelle des camions britanniques des années 1950 capture, à travers 120 illustrations, les fonctions essentielles mais souvent sous-estimées qui étaient effectuées de manière fiable 365 jours par an.

Les images, en noir et blanc contemporain ainsi qu'en couleur, incluent du matériel publicitaire évocateur en plus des photos issues de la scène de la préservation et du patrimoine.
Le texte complet révèle beaucoup d'informations sur les marques qui étaient des noms familiers, ainsi que des renseignements sur le transport routier et les industries de véhicules commerciaux britanniques.

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Scrapped and Disused Lorries

It is not possible to save and restore all lorries that have come to the end of their working life.
In operators' yards there is often an assortment of old vehicles, with some used for spares to keep others running. Scrapyards also often have a motley collection of vehicles in various forms of decay.
Of course, with the ever increasing interest in preserving our past quite a few vehicles have been rescued and rebuilt from seemingly impossible states of disrepair.

This book offers a fascinating insight into the twilight years of some of these lorries.

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25 Years of the Ayrshire Road Run

The Ayrshire Road Run was instigated in 1993 as an adjunct to the established annual vintage rally organised by the Ayrshire Vintage Tractor & Machinery Club (AVT&MC).
The idea was to promote the rally by running entered commercial vehicles around the major towns in Ayrshire. Over the following years the Road Run attracted more and more vintage vehicles, from small vans and double-decker buses to full-sized articulated lorries.

The event has continued to grow, attracting more than a hundred vehicles each year. Here, organiser Bill Reid celebrates twenty-five years of the run with a superb collection of photographs documenting the various participants from over the years.

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Classic Trucks

Les camions classiques sont une partie importante de notre patrimoine et sont soutenus par de nombreux passionnés dans le domaine de la préservation ainsi que par le grand public. Des événements à travers tout le pays tout au long de l'année attirent de nombreuses inscriptions de véhicules en provenance de nombreux clubs et groupes de préservation, ainsi que de nombreux membres du grand public.
Il peut s'agir de livrées bien connues du passé, du son d'un moteur particulier ou de l'odeur du diesel qui suscite l'intérêt de ceux qui les voient.

Ce livre propose une large sélection de camions allant du début des années 1900 à la fin des années 1970, certains sur le terrain de rallye, certains au travail ou abandonnés - chacun a une histoire à raconter.
Avec une richesse d'images inédites, Roy Dodsworth offre un regard nostalgique et charmant sur une gamme de camions classiques.

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Commercial Vehicles Built Before 1960

Entre les années 1930 et 1960, pendant l'apogée des chemins de fer britanniques, les transporteurs routiers étaient en forte concurrence pour le transport de marchandises. Les véhicules commerciaux utilisés pendant cette période variaient des camions articulés aux fourgonnettes, camions, véhicules de dépannage et dépanneuses.

Avec des photographies présentant une gamme de types de véhicules et de fabricants à la fois populaires et méconnus, Royston Morris offre un aperçu intéressant d'une série de véhicules commerciaux survivants datant d'avant 1960.

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Steam Lorries

Steam power led the transport revolution in England throughout the nineteenth century, but was crippled on the road network by punitive legislation. As the century turned, the laws were altered in such a way that the development of the English Steam Lorry or Wagon became a viable transport proposition.
For the best part of four decades, the steam lorry was a major player on the transport scene, being developed into a highly technical machine designed to beat competition from the petrol and diesel lorry. The most advanced machines were efficient and very fast.

Made by a variety of builders, including the famous Sentinel company of Shrewsbury, who built waggons with a double 'g', and Foden, of Sandbach, steam lorries came in many shapes and sizes. This book looks at their birth, and the operation and engineering that set them aside from the traction engine and steam roller.

This book is part of the Britain's Heritage series, which provides definitive introductions to the riches of Britain's past, and is the perfect way to get acquainted with steam lorries in all their variety.

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Steam Wagons

Steam engines that carry goods on the roads developed considerably later than traction engines and steam rollers, which had started to appear in the mid 1860s.
This book tells the story of steam wagons from the earliest designs through to the last models. It explains how they worked and what they did.
An informative text is combined with a selection of photographs to illustrate steam wagons both at work in their heyday in the early twentieth century and in action more recently in the period in which they have become valued historical artefacts.

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Steam Wagons in Preservation

Le camion à vapeur a été développé en Grande-Bretagne parallèlement au camion à moteur à combustion et a connu son apogée entre 1900 et le début des années 1930. Au milieu des années 1930, des moteurs diesel plus efficaces et de nouvelles réglementations entraînèrent leur déclin.
Deux principaux fabricants de camions à vapeur passèrent finalement au diesel, tandis que d'autres avaient déjà changé ou fermé. Vers 1960, l'usage commercial des camions à vapeur avait presque disparu, mais beaucoup ont été préservés.

Dans ce livre illustré, Malcolm Batten retrace l'histoire de ces véhicules à l'aide d'images inédites et de légendes informatives sur leur conception, leur fonctionnement et leur héritage.

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The London to Brighton Commercial Vehicles Run- 1968 to 1987

The London to Brighton run, held each year by the Historic Commercial Vehicle Society, is a key date in the diary of any vintage vehicle enthusiast or member of the preservation community.
David Christie attended the run on a number of occasions between 1968 and 1987, and the images included here document the wonderful variety of commercial vehicles that could be seen - all captured in stunning full-colour photography. Vehicles featured include buses, steam wagons, heavy lorries and some lighter vehicles.

These images were captured at various spots along the route, finishing at the sea front in Brighton. Immensely evocative and immaculately preserved, these photos act as both an important historical record and a triumphant celebration of our motoring heritage.

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The London to Brighton Historic Commercial Vehicle Run: 1971-1995

The London to Brighton Historic Commercial Vehicle run is one of the premier events in the calendar for preserved commercial vehicle owners and enthusiasts alike. First held in 1962, this annual event has continued to feature every year since.

Until 2019 it was traditionally held on the first Sunday in May, with vehicles traveling from London to Brighton where they line up on Marina Drive for judging and prize-giving in the afternoon. There is a rolling minimum age limit of twenty-five years, but vehicles may date back to the very origins of the internal combustion engine, while steam-powered traction engines and wagons are also included.

Malcolm Batten first visited Brighton for the run in 1971, and has been back each year without exception. In this book, some of the highlights of the years 1971 to 1995 are showcased. This period saw the run sponsored in turn by Foden, Wincanton Transport and then Scania.

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The Trucks of the Trans Pennine Run : A Photographic History

Every year on the first Sunday in August, hundreds gather to see one of the greatest displays of historic commercial vehicles. First organised in 1969, the Trans Pennine Run attracts an annual entry of around 200 vehicles coming from all over the UK.

The event starts at Birch Services on the M62 at Manchester at about 7.30 in the morning and runs for 64 miles via Rochdale, Halifax and Bradford, taking in some of the finest Yorkshire scenery along the way.
From 11.30 the vehicles start arriving at the famous Harrogate Stray where they are then displayed to the public.

Avid photographer, Roy Dodsworth has been following the event since the late 1990s and has a collection of over 3000 images taken there.
This book collects together 262 of Roy's favourite truck photos, including a bit of history about each of the vehicles - many of which have been restored to their original livery.

"The Trucks of the Trans Pennine Run" is a must-have for any driver who has ever participated in the run. Current and former truckers and anyone else with an interest in transport history will all enjoy being reminded of these beautiful old vehicles.

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The Writing's on the Truck : The Tales and Photographs of a Traditional Signwriter

A pictorial look at the traditional art of signwriting on commercial vehicles, by renowned signwriter John Corah. John began signwriting in 1982 working for Brian Harris Transport Ltd.
Brian's well-turned out trucks were regularly seen on the roads between the Southwest and the North of Scotland and with this excellent showcase for his skills, John quickly built up a large customer base.

Since then, he has written on ERFs, Leylands, Guys, Fodens, Atkinsons, Albions and AECs to name but a few and he is responsible for the distinctive livery of a number of traditional family run haulage companies.
In some cases he worked on the vehicles when brand new and then again when restored some 20-30 years later!
Sadly many of the once familiar and iconic companies have disappeared over the years and today computer generated vinyl lettering has almost completely taken over the art and few modern fleets are signwritten.

"The Writing's on the Truck" includes 210 fully captioned and previously unpublished photos of the vehicles he worked on, many of which will be remembered by transport fans UK-wide. The book tells the story of the development of John's business, the methods he uses to create particular effects and numerous anecdotes from his working life.
It will be of interest to anyone involved with road haulage and the preservation of classic trucks.

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When Steam Ruled the Roads - A Traction Engine Archive

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De la fin du XIXe siècle à la fin des années 1920, les tracteurs routières à vapeur occupaient une place essentielle. Auparavant, des machines à vapeur portables étaient tirées par des chevaux de ferme en ferme pour entraîner des équipements comme les batteuses.
L'apparition des engins automoteurs apporta de grands progrès et s'adapta aux lois en vigueur. Forains, agriculteurs, transporteurs et ouvriers routiers en firent un large usage.

Après la Première Guerre mondiale, les véhicules à essence bon marché entraînèrent le déclin de la vapeur. Pourtant, des camions à vapeur furent produits jusqu'à la fin des années 1930, et certaines collectivités utilisèrent des rouleaux à vapeur jusqu'aux années 1960.

Colin Tyson propose ici une riche sélection d'images célébrant l'époque où la vapeur dominait les routes.

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