Roadster Magazine

06/10/2025

Tickets for the January 2026 Bicester Scramble have gone live!

We’ve got ours!

Word of advice to those who don’t know… they tend to go REALLY quick!

If you want to see what it’s all about and have a fun day out I REALLY recommend you make a booking NOW!

(And if we can get a group of Roadster! readers together even better, as we can go around together!).

The Scramble is an opportunity for hundreds of classic vehicle enthusiasts to come together and enjoy a relaxed gathering, outdoors with plenty of space and fresh air, with curated displays and entertainment for all the family.

05/10/2025

We had a lovely morning strolling around the Bicester Motion Wearescramblers earlier.

It really is a treat to have such a fantastic event in the local area.

A visit to the at .Roadster! Editor Sam spends a lovely Sunday morning exploring the cars at the October Motion Sunday Scramble. It ...

03/10/2025

We don’t have a stand at the Scramble this weekend, but we ARE going along.

Would anyone going like a copy of Roadster Magazine?

Drop us a message and we’ll arrange an exchange! We’ll have copies with us!

02/10/2025

We recently marked our three years of making Roadster Magazine. That’s quite an achievement!

The idea for Roadster! really began in August 2022, when Sam had a great time exploring and “reviewing” cars at The British Motor Show. Over the following month we set about developing and the idea, and by this point we had the idea sketched out and we were starting to build our idea

(P.S. we STILL haven’t run that 911 story!)

25/09/2025

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Hyundai Motor Company’s Great British School Trip funding window is now open!

The Great British School Trip is a programme run by Hyundai UK that gives bursary funding to schools so pupils can go on educational school trips.

It aims to reduce the financial barriers that make school trips difficult to organise—things like travel costs, entry fees, booking costs—especially for schools and pupils in more deprived or under-resourced areas.

Details here!

Rising costs are making it harder than ever to make school trips happen. That's why the Hyundai Great British School Trip is offering bursary support to help fund travel and entry to incredible venues across the UK.

23/09/2025

Has everyone seen the Alpine “70 Years of lightness” video?

We absolutely love it, and wish WE had the comic book (or even better, that we could publish it in Roadster Magazine!).

We love the Herge style comic book story of a car brand. If any young artists want to take on a similar challenge then just let us know!

Alpine is a car marque we were only vaguely familiar with when we began Roadster! but we have grown to love it. We can’t wait to sample an A390!

Luckily for us, we have our principle sponsor, Jaybee Motors and Tim Jones - Alpine Store Banbury, is just down the road! Tim is a brilliantly supportive chap who will be only too happy to let us have a good look around one when they arrive!

https://youtu.be/LjdKELKgWFE?si=byfXTKJ7JryRlR3F

18/09/2025

A cool Top Gear competition to win tickets to the Bicester Motion Wearescramblers in October!

Sam and I are already going…

See you there?

One lucky winner will receive two VIP tickets to the event, a t-shirt, coffee cup and cap from our exclusive merch range as well as a parade lap around the event in one of the premium display cars. The VIP tickets will allow the winners access to the 1771 Club on the day whereby they will receive th...

18/09/2025

Trucks and Fireworks in association with Dynes returns to Brands Hatch on Sunday 2 November to end our major event calendar with an emphatic big bang 💥

Check out the official poster artwork for an event like no other, featuring:

- Fireworks display (Sunday evening only) 🎆
- Racing from the British Truck Racing Championship 🏁
- Funfair rides 🎡
- Truck displays 🚛
- Much more family entertainment 🎪

Sunday and weekend tickets for this super-sized finale always sell out in advance so you'll need to book quickly to guarantee admission. Saturday features British Truck Racing too, but without fireworks. Reductions are available for 13-15-year-olds and under-13s go FREE 👇

🎟 https://www.brandshatch.co.uk/2025/october/kwik-fit-british-touring-car-championship

16/09/2025

FLASH!

For a limited time…

GRAB A FREE ROADSTER!
(Just pay P&P).

Use discount code: FREEROADSTER at the checkout!

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14/09/2025

Last week we spent a day with the incredible Under 17 Car Club.

We are putting together our feature for our Winter issue, but we thought we’d put together this brief film from our day…

Roadster! spends a day with the Under 17 Car Club.

09/09/2025

A massive thanks to the incredible team at the Under 17 Car Club for having us! We discovered a truly special organization, and here are just a few of our highlights:

When we first arrived, I was asked to hand my car keys to 15-year-old Callum, a club driver I'd never met. This simple act of trust says everything you need to know about the club's ethos. He took us out onto the Castle Combe track in our family Dacia, showcasing a level of skill I wouldn't dare attempt in all my years of driving! 😮

The club isn't just about learning how to drive, it's about learning how to be a driver. We saw this when 13-year-old Archie drove us in a Ford Focus ST. He narrated every single move, explaining his actions and thoughts—an impressive display of real Roadcraft. As my son Sam later whispered to me, "Dad, I think they're both better drivers than you are." He was absolutely right!

This is all possible because the club is run entirely by passionate volunteers, with parents even becoming instructors themselves. We saw kids demonstrate amazing precision on a cone course, Sam got to try his first-ever hazard perception tests, and we saw just how kids gain confidence with an entire day of valuable time behind the wheel.

And yes, Sam did get an unforgettable ride in an Aston Martin with 15-year-old Cameron behind the wheel! The trust involved from the car's owner, the club, Cameron’s parents and myself is a testament to the club's incredible approach!

Our full feature on this amazing experience will be in the next issue of Roadster! Magazine. Stay tuned (coming in December).

09/09/2025

Partner with Roadster Magazine

A Sponsorship Opportunity

Roadster! is a pioneering child-led motoring magazine, founded in Banbury by Sam (then aged 8 and his dad. Published three times a year (aligned to school holidays) as a not-for-profit social enterprise, it uniquely blends children’s creativity, journalism, STEM learning, road safety, and family car culture—all led by a young editorial team. We have been featured on BBC Radio and in national press, and we are proud to be associate members of the Guild of Motoring Writers.

Our Story

The path to our continued growth is through strong, values-aligned partnerships. We were proud to work with Jaybee Motors on our most recent issues. Their support was instrumental in allowing us to showcase Roadster! at the The British Motor Show, providing essential funds for increased magazine stock, insurance, banners, and display materials, as well as team wear and giveaways.

In return, Jaybee Motors was seen as a brand that genuinely invests in youth engagement and community goodwill. Their support highlighted their commitment to education and showcased their brand to an engaged, family-focused audience.

Our Reach

Our readers are not just kids; they are engaged local families with a passion for cars, learning, and unique community initiatives. Our magazine and online presence allow us to connect with:

• Motoring enthusiasts and families who actively participate in the car community.

• Parents and educators seeking engaging, non-digital, and educational content for their children.

• Local and regional communities in the Banbury area and beyond, fostering goodwill and trust.

Why Sponsorship Is Essential

As a not-for-profit social enterprise, our core mission is to continually grow Roadster! and make it as accessible as possible to children aged 7-12.

Sponsorship is essential for covering our core operational costs, including printing, distribution, and essential outreach materials. Your support directly enables us to continue inspiring the next generation of drivers, consumers and industry pioneers.

Our Sponsorship Package

Supporting Roadster! is a partnership, not just a transaction. We are eager to work with you to develop a bespoke sponsorship package that aligns with your specific marketing goals and budget.

The package we developed with Jaybee included:

• Lead Sponsor recognition on the cover

• Lead feature sponsorship inside the magazine

• An exclusive advertisement feature inside the cover

• "Sam’s Backseat Driver" feature focused on a sponsor vehicle

• Sam’s personal editorial endorsement and thank you

• Social media shout-outs

• Stock of Roadster! magazines to distribute from your branch

Ready to Make a Bold Leap?

We are ready to make a bold leap forward, and we need sponsors on board to help us realize our ambitions. New sponsorship opportunities will be available from January 2026.

Become a part of our story
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