The GREAT British Lorry Engine That NEVER Stood a Chance – The FALL of the AEC V8

Rewind with Richie July 8, 2025
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Why did the ambitious AEC V8 engine vanish almost as quickly as it arrived? In this episode, we dive into The Great British Lorry Engine That Never Stood a Chance – the fascinating rise and rapid fall of the AEC V8. Once hailed as the future of British haulage, this bold engine was supposed to put AEC back on top. Instead, it became a cautionary tale in the decline of the UK lorry industry. From engineering flaws to poor timing and tough competition from Scania, Volvo, and Mercedes, we explore what really went wrong. #britishlorries #AECV8 #dieselengine “Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favour of fair use.”

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