Frank Dalton, chargehand on the engine assembly line, has recently retired after — 45 years service with The Standard Motor Company Ltd. Continue reading “Frank Dalton”
Frank Kennard – Stock Control Supervisor
Frank Kennard (65) well known as stock control supervisor for 20 years, retired after a total of 30 years with the Company.
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Roll of Honour
Here we will add details of those named on the Standard Motors Roll of Honour. If you can help with details, a photo or any information we’d love to hear from you. Continue reading “Roll of Honour”
47 years – but no name!
My interest in Standard cars goes back to my early and Birmingham. My father worked for the Standard Motor Company for 47 years, having started as a Fitter at Canley Works in 1922. Continue reading “47 years – but no name!”
Roll of Honour – FOUND!
With Remembrance Day just around the corner, we put out an appeal for any details of the Standard Motor’s Roll of Honour, that could be seen in a photo dating back to the sixties. Continue reading “Roll of Honour – FOUND!”
By the Sweaters of Sabrina!
Triumph’s Sabrina engine was constructed for motorsport and was used in Le Mans for three consecutive years, first used in the TR3S, Le Mans car of 1959. However, it never finished the race. Continue reading “By the Sweaters of Sabrina!”