{
  "id": 16239674,
  "title": "Vintage car rally celebrates the Ford Model A",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/23/vintage-car-rally-celebrates-the-ford-model-a",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-23T22:55:23.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ABC News AU",
    "slug": "abc-news-au",
    "url": "https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-10-24/drivers-celebrate-vintage-model-a-cars/107303644"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Dozens of vintage car enthusiasts from across Australia and beyond have gathered in the historic town of Albany, Western Australia, for the country's largest gathering of Ford Model A cars. The rally, organized by Andrae Moore, featured drivers traveling from as far as Slovenia, England, and New Zealand to partake in the celebration. The Ford Model A, produced in the early 1900s, was a revolutionary vehicle that was accessible and affordable to the general public, unlike its predecessor, the Model T, which was often painted black. For many participants, the Model A is a cherished possession, driven for the joy of the experience rather than strictly as a collector's item. Among the attendees was 82-year-old Ben Munneke, who made the arduous 5,000-kilometer journey from Maleny, Queensland, to participate in the rally. Steve Watson and his friends, who flew in from England, described the journey as a memorable adventure, having borrowed a car and adorned it with patriotic symbols to represent their origins. The rally provided a unique glimpse into the past for the early colonial town of Albany, as revelers reveled in the sights and sounds of these restored classics.",
  "summary": "Hundreds of people and dozens of vintage cars have come from across the globe to WA's south coast to celebrate one of the earliest motoring innovations.",
  "key_points": [
    "Dozens of vintage car enthusiasts gather in Albany, WA for Ford Model A rally",
    "Participants travel from Australia, England, Slovenia, and New Zealand",
    "82-year-old Ben Munneke drives 5,000 km to attend the event"
  ],
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}