Renown Vintage Transport in Film Collection: Volume 2 (Maurice Elvey;Vernon Sewell;Robert Tronson;Ralph Smart;) (DVD / Box Set)

Another collection of archive documentaries and films featuring vintage transport. In 'Serves You Right!' 1940 a training film made by Ford demonstrates the ideal way to treat customers when running a car repair shop. In 'Radio Cab Murder' 1954 former criminal turned taxi driver Fred Martin Jimmy Hanley is recruited by the police to act as an informant as they attempt to infiltrate a gang of safe robbers. However, a number of mishaps result in Fred finding himself at the mercy of the criminals. In 'Round the World In 21 Days in an Austin' 1951 an Austin A40 Sports is driven around the world and accomplishes the feat in a record-breaking 21 days. In 'Echo - The Motor Car' archive footage explores the impact of the motor car in the late 1960s and early '70s. In 'Rode Safely' 1955 a team of motorcyclists disclose potential hazards when riding in and around Merseyside. In 'Britain's Jet Planes' the ingenuity behind the design of the first gas turbine aero engine, designed by an RAF officer, is explored in detail. In 'All That Is England' Austin cars are shown off and the merits of the many different makes are showcased. In 'Symphony for Steam' amateur footage of steam trains is collated from the 1950s. In 'The Three-Pointed Star' Daimler and Benz promote their partnership in the 1950s with a look at the origins of their iconic three-pointed star design. In 'Flying - Hendon Display' 1934 archive footage shows bold aerial displays performed by all manner of aircraft. In 'Sports Car
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