Imagine a world without highways, bridges, or even road signs. No GPS, no mobile phone, no internet. Just a tattered map, a trusty car, and Australia’s vast, untamed landscape. In 1925, two ordinary men, Nevill Westwood and Greg Davies, dared to dream of driving a car right around this incredible continent. Their Citroën 5CV, “Bubsie,” became their companion on this epic adventure, battling scorching heat, mechanical breakdowns, and the sheer isolation of the outback.
This year we celebrate the 100th anniversary of their remarkable achievement. And you have the chance to witness history firsthand, as we will be retracing the steps of Nevill Westwood and “Bubsie” in a similar Citroën 5CV!
Come and see this hundred-year-old vehicle up close. Marvel at its ingenious design, imagine the challenges faced by its courageous drivers and connect with the spirit of adventure that drove them across thousands of miles of uncharted territory. Hear the stories of their journey, the resilience they showed, and the human spirit that conquered a continent.
Join us as Bubsie visits your town or city—be part of this unforgettable historic celebration!
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The Pioneering Navigators
Nevill Westwood and Greg Davies were two ordinary men with an extraordinary dream, dared to drive a car right around Australia. Their Citroën 5CV, “Bubsie,” became their companion, their lifeline, their ticket to history. They faced scorching heat, mechanical breakdowns, and the sheer isolation of the outback. But their shared laughter, stories, and unwavering support fueled them on. They hoped to inspire others with their journey, sharing stories and books of faith and resilience. To commemorate the 100th anniversary of their historic drive, we’re reliving their adventure, telling their story, and celebrating the courage it took to conquer a continent and the enduring human spirit that makes dreams a reality.
"Bubsie" - The Citroën 5CV
The Citroën was a 1923 5CV model. Nevill bought this car second-hand in Perth. He named the little car Bubsie and left Perth with his friend, Greg Davies, in the Citroën on 4 August 1925, on his trip around Australia. See his original trip and our planned journey in the graphics below. The original Bubsie can be seen in the National Museum of Australia in Canberra. Go here to find out about the reconstruction of our Citroën 5CV for the 2025 journey.
The Story – Nevill Westwood and Bubsie's Journey Right Around Australia
Stories taken from Nevill Westwood’s Journals
