Thousand Mile Trial Book

Thousand Mile Trial – Elizabeth Bennett

A definitive and richly illustrated account of one of the most important early milestones in British motoring history, Thousand Mile Trial by Elizabeth Bennett offers an exceptional visual and historical record of the 1900 One Thousand Mile Trial.

Spanning 376 pages and featuring an impressive 450 full-colour illustrations throughout, this substantial volume brings the pioneering era of the motor car vividly to life. From early endurance challenges to the dawn of organised motoring competition, the book captures the spirit, innovation, and determination that shaped the industry’s foundations.

Presented in a large-format edition (8.5" x 11"), it is both a reference work and a visual celebration of automotive history, making it an essential addition for serious enthusiasts and collectors alike.

Published by Elizabeth Bennett in Heathfield, East Sussex, UK, this highly regarded work has been widely praised within the motoring press.

As noted by Bill Boddy MBE, Founder Editor of Motor Sport:

“I have reviewed so many hundreds of motoring books over the years… but nothing has made the impact, for a very long time, as did Mrs Elizabeth Bennett’s masterful work on the 1900 One Thousand Mile Trial, perhaps the most important landmark in the history of the British motor movement.”

Specifications:

• Title: Thousand Mile Trial
• Author: Elizabeth Bennett
• Pages: 376
• Illustrations: 450, full colour throughout
• Size: 8.5" x 11"
• ISBN: 0-9537930-0-1
• Publisher: Elizabeth Bennett, Heathfield, East Sussex, UK
  

A landmark publication in motoring literature—combining meticulous research with outstanding visual storytelling.