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Stage 1: An amazing reception in Transcom Vilnius

Stage 1: An amazing reception in Transcom Vilnius

Thanks to all my Lithuanian work colleagues at Transcom Vilnius for giving the FTFE such an amazing reception today! We felt truly honoured: traditional food, homemade banners and even a passionate recital of the Lithuanian national anthem really made us feel special.. It was also really nice to have a conversation with people outside of the context of the motorway service station for once…. And remember guys, we are notĀ leaving VilniusĀ  until tomorrow morning so if anyone would like to take that extra seat inside our Fire Engine and join our adventure, there’s still time!! :-)

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Stage 1: Poland / Lithuania. The Hardest Days Night Yet

Stage 1: Poland / Lithuania. The Hardest Days Night Yet

Question: what looks like a tarmac road, is made like a tarmac road and, in fact, is a tarmac road but handles like a rutted farm track in winter? Answer: the slow lane of every single dual-carriageway in Poland. Read more →

Stage 1: Notes from the back of the cab

Stage 1: Notes from the back of the cab

Dear FTFE Followers,

Welcome to the first of what we hope will be many regular blogs from the crew members of the Follow That Fire Engine Challenge. We will use this space to update you all on the thrills and spills of our round-the-world journey as well as the mundane daily routine of life on the road.

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