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Stay up to date with the latest news from the world of Land Rover Defenders. From industry announcements and classic model spotlights to auction highlights and Landroid.co.uk updates, this category keeps enthusiasts informed and inspired. Whether it’s a rare Defender find, heritage event coverage, or changes in restoration trends, you’ll find it all here — fresh, relevant, and always rooted in Defender culture.


From Defender V8 Swaps to Supercar Standards: Restoring the Rare Mosler MT900
At Landroid Motors, our bread and butter will always be classic Land Rover Defenders. From galvanised chassis replacements to bespoke restorations, we spend our days perfecting Britain’s most iconic 4x4. So, how did we end up executing a nut-and-bolt restoration on a rare, 200mph Mosler MT900 supercar - a car that is now heading straight to the lawns of Salon Privé at Blenheim Palace this September? Mosler MT900 in the Landroid Workshop It started, appropriately enough, with

Landroid Motors
Aug 286 min read


Defenders in the Elan Valley: A Day on the Legendary Strata Florida Trail
Landroid Motors staff adventure with a customer in two very different Land Rover Defenders Few places in the UK capture the spirit of Land Rover ownership quite like the remote heart of mid-Wales. Rugged hills, open moorland, river crossings and ancient tracks come together to create a natural playground made for Defenders. Recently, one of our team members joined a long-standing Landroid Motors customer for a full day exploring the Elan Valley and later tackling the iconic S

Landroid Motors
Dec 1, 20254 min read


The Classic Land Rover Defender on Screen: Britain’s Most Iconic 4x4 in Film and TV
Few vehicles capture the spirit of Britain as well as the classic Land Rover Defender. With its rugged shape, mechanical honesty and heritage rooted deeply in rural life, it has become more than a utility vehicle. On screen it has served many purposes: from loyal countryside workhorse to flashing prop in action cinema. Directors favour it because it looks real, it works hard and it brings authenticity. Below we explore how the classic Defender has appeared in film and televis

Landroid Motors
Oct 14, 20255 min read


DVLA Classic Vehicle Rules 2025: What Land Rover Owners Need to Know
DVLA’s New Rules for Classic Vehicles: Clear, Fair and Great for Land Rovers Effective 26 August 2025, DVLA has modernised how repairs, restorations and structural modifications are handled on classic vehicles. The update aims to simplify legitimate restoration while maintaining safety and accurate records - especially welcome news for owners of classic Land Rovers (Series and Defender) looking to restore, upgrade or convert their vehicles 🚗 The Big Picture Like-for-like rep

Landroid Motors
Sep 3, 20253 min read
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