Couple head around the world in classic car

A Yorkshire couple are to embark on an ambitious drive around the world in a classic car.

Robert and Lynne Douglas will travel across Europe, Russia, China and south-east Asia in a 1948 MG TC, which Mr Douglas bought for £150 45 years ago.

The couple have already driven across the US, south and central America and Australia and plan to complete their journey in New Zealand, with the car shipped 6,000 miles to the country.

Ms Douglas stated that while it may appear a difficult task in a car so old, it could actually be made easier by the fact that it is not a modern vehicle.

"If we did a trip like this in a modern car we wouldn't stand a chance if we broke down, whereas with this type of car we can carry basic spares and fix it on the road," she added.

Comedian Ross Noble recently announced he will travel the length and breadth of England, Wales and Scotland on a Triumph Speed Triple to help the manufacturer celebrate the production of its 500,000th bike.

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