We’re currently in Bastogne, which has Pete and Spike merrily quoting Band of Brothers and looking out for exploding trees. I think we’re beginning to realise how far we actually have to go, after only just managing our required daily average milage yesterday across the dead straight, well-kept roads of northern France!

We did have a relaxed start though, and paused to take in one of the many British military cemeteries in The Somme - a majestic and tranquil spot in the midst of beautiful rolling hills. It was impossible to imagine battles being fought there, and all the more sobering for it.

We’ve got a case study lined up for this afternoon, then traffic-willing we may stop by the Nurburgring on our way to Frankfurt - let’s see how the Landy fares out of its natural habitat!

The satellite phone texting now seems to be working, just make sure you put in the right number!

- David