Welcome to the Historic & Classic Vehicles Alliance
The HCVA represents the collective voice of the hundreds of SME’s who provide services across the historic and classic vehicle sector, supported by the individuals and enthusiasts who rely on them.
Through collaboration, transparency and proactive lobbying the HCVA seeks to increase awareness and education of the sectors economic and social benefits, to ensure those responsible for policy and regulation are challenged and held accountable, to promote sustainable innovation and technologies and to ensure the HCVA member community is engaged and confident their voices will be heard.
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The King's Speech - announcements of interest to the HCVA
We are pleased to see the following announcements in the King's Speech today (17/07/24):
Introduce the Industrial Strategy Council, encourage investment in new technologies and skills, support sustainable fuel production and reform the apprenticeship levy.
These tie in well with key areas in our Political Asks
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HCVA Political Asks
The HCVA is campaigning in a number of key areas to protect the future of classic and historic motoring for all. Read about our platform and how we are addressing key areas of concern for our members across our four pillars - Environment and Sustainability, Education and Skills, Regulation and Policy and Community.
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Read the HCVA response to the DfT 'Call for Evidence'
We're very grateful to all of those who have responded to the DfT 'Call for Evidence' and we have had plenty of positive feedback from those who have used our guidance to help in formulating their response.
Now that the consultation process is entering the next phase you can see our official response here.
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Heritage Matters Podcast episode #3 now live!
We chat with Harry Whale of Iconic Auctioneers and Motorsport Showroom about all things classic cars, historic motorsport and auctions, including what it was like to sell Princess Diana's world-record Ford Escort!
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Call for Evidence on how to "future-proof classic cars and back drivers."
We're delighted that the hard work undertaken by the classic and historic car industry and interested groups has borne fruit today with the announcement at Bicester Heritage by Mark Harper, Secretary of State for the Department for Transport, of a Call for Evidence on how to "future-proof classic cars and back drivers."
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Aston Martin Works has joined the HCVA
"We are delighted to welcome Aston Martin Works into the membership" said HCVA Director, Guy Lachlan. "Our recent member conference underscored the need for OEMs to work in close cooperation with their independent counterparts, and we believe the HCVA provides the perfect organisational environment to do so."
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The power of partnership - Hagerty & Sustain by Coryton are fuelling the future together
We’re delighted to announce that two more HCVA members have seen the benefits of working together and our Founding Partner Hagerty have launched their sustainable fuel partnership with HCVA member Coryton - home of SUSTAIN.
HCVA hosts second Heritage Matters Insights Day
Following an extremely successful inaugural HCVA Heritage Matters Insight Day in October 2023, we are pleased to have followed it up with ‘Heritage Matters too’. Over 100 industry experts and business leaders gathered at the Hagerty UK Clubhouse for the day of progress updates, industry insights and networking.
Latest Joining Members
We're delighted to announce that the following companies have just joined the HCVA and are doing their part to protect the future of classic and historic vehicles in the UK.
Recent HCVA Initiatives
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AN HCVA INITIATIVE
Minimum Professional Standards for conversion of classic vehicles to electric drivetrains
The aim is to provide companies with a checklist of issues to address during the design, incorporation and use of these complex systems, which are so unfamiliar to those more used to dealing with internal combustion.
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AN HCVA INITIATIVE
Action on Parts
If a component fitted by a restorer or maintainer doesn't fit properly or fails prematurely, the resulting rectification can impose costs onto the installer far beyond the value of the part that failed – not to mention consequential reputational harm and customer dissatisfaction.
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AN HCVA INITIATIVE
DVLA Issues Reporting
If you are now, or have recently, experienced issues with Historic vehicle registration which you consider to have been poorly or wrongly handled by DVLA, please help us by completing the form on this page. Identifying your issues and suggestions will allow us to collate and prioritise the various issues with the relevant official body.
HCVA Unregistered Vehicle Record Scheme
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We are preparing the final stages of the launch of the HCVA Unregistered Vehicle Record Scheme.
If you would like to be informed when the service is ready please fill in your email address:
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Your Email
HCVA's Four Strategic Pillars
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Environment and Sustainability
Working with the broader industry and policy makers to embrace advances in knowledge and technologies to find sustainable solutions for both new and classic vehicles alike.
HCVA advocates an open mind approach to ensure the continued growth of the sector and its membership.
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Education and Skills
HCVA promotes the wider understanding of the economic and social benefits of the historic and classic vehicle sector, ensuring a diverse and inclusive industry drives future generations to engage.
We work with members, partners and corporations to actively promote career opportunities within the sector, from engineering to marketing, operations to executive leadership.
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Regulation and Policy
Directly engaging with MPs, policy makers and stakeholders to ensure that existing and proposed regulations are fit for purpose, offering consultation and transparency throughout their process.
With over 40 million vehicle records and over 49 million driver records held within the UK government’s arms length agencies, HCVA seeks to ensure there is accountable oversight and appropriate challenge.
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HCVA Community
Our members are central to all that we do. As individual SMEs come together, we collectively use our powerful voice to make considered representations and impactful change. Within our membership we facilitate information sharing and encourage collaboration between members.
In addition, we host events and share exclusive offers and benefits, which combine to make HCVA membership cost effective as well as adding real value for associated businesses.
Support the future of classic and historic vehicles in the UK
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Trade & Industry Membership
As the Trade Association for the classic and historic vehicle sector we exist to promote the interests of our members. We work to ensure that policy makers and regulators are held accountable, we promote innovation and skills development and ensure the voices of our members are heard.
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Owners & Enthusiasts Membership
Classic and historic vehicles are a valuable, iconic part of our shared heritage and we work to ensure that the sector that supports them can flourish in a changing regulatory and economic environment. Your membership actively supports our vital work and helps to ensure that you can enjoy your classic for years to come.
"The classic and historic vehicle industry is a great British success story that gives pleasure to millions and it would be disastrous if it suffered serious damage through neglect or ignorance. We need to do all we can to support a sector that provides thousands of highly skilled and well-paid jobs in my constituency and across the UK and preserves exemplary skills and craftsmanship."
Nus Ghani, MP for East Sussex & former Transport Minister
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NEW - the HCVA guide to registering your classic or historic vehicle
Use this clear guidance to help you successfully navigate what you need to do to correctly register your historic or classic vehicle with the DVLA. Avoid delays and misunderstandings and ensure you car is correctly registered first time!