The vehicle which not so long ago regularly left me on the side of the road waiting for the AA has long gone and in its place is the new, improved Duke! This 1971 Series IIA is feeling years younger.

One new (to him) engine, a reconditioned gearbox, a set of parabolics, new shocks, a few tweaks and some much-needed welding and he's ready to go. We've even got a heater! The Mac 4x4 is in less than a month and we can't wait.

Thanks to everyone who pledged their support early on, but we still want more for this amazing cause. Please donate and remember every pound (or dollar!) helps. Thank you all!

Steven Light and Kate Erswell

Anyone who donates over 100GBP (that's around $200) to our cause through this page will be entitled to 2 A4 stickers on the truck for the duration of the event (and probably longer if I don't get around to taking them off) so publicise your business through us.

Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Macmillan Cancer Support will receive your money faster and, if you are a UK taxpayer, an extra 28% in tax will be added to your gift at no cost to you.

Additionally, in the US your donation is tax deductible.