Greetings to all Northern Club Members,

If you’ve been following our social media and WhatsApp group discussions, you’ll know that summer in the UK has brought a wealth of car shows and activities. Highlights include the centenary celebrations of the MG marque, the launch of the MG Cyberster, and some thrilling classic racing events.

This brings us to a hot topic: the shift from internal combustion engines to electric vehicles. Be sure to read William’s article in this edition for an interesting perspective on this debate.

Our new theme for the noggins involves club members showcasing (and bragging about) their cars. This month was no exception, with Jay presenting his stunning Iris Blue MGB roadster. The car was a crowd favourite and was voted Car of the Day at our combined show day.

Not to be outdone by the bustling European summer activities, we held our annual combined show day at the Pretoria Old Motor Club (POMC). Initially, I was a bit concerned about the turnout, but the day exceeded all expectations. Once all the members and a few broken-down cars were towed to the venue, it turned out to be a special day, helped along by perfect weather.

August is packed full of club activities, leading up to some members heading off to the National Indaba in Grabouw.

I look forward to seeing you at the club. Keep an eye on the WhatsApp group for all the

details.

Octagonally,

Bernard