British Director, scooterist, and older-and-wiser Skinhead Shane Meadows is following up his gritty drama “This Is England” following the racial tensions in England in the early 80s with a four-part television drama for Britain’s Channel 4, “This is England ’86.”

I finally close the deal and make the purchase of my Vespa VNB, and in the process get to see a fantastic collection of vintage scoots.

George Clooney shows off his scooting skills in his new movie, “The American” in which he proves it’s possible to chase down a car by Vespa. Click on inside for a clip.

So, I have decided to get a scooter. That part was easy. Now comes the tough part. A search for the perfect scooter, one that fits my needs, and ultimately, my personality.

Ever wondered what prompted Piaggio to abandon the famous “putt-putt-putt” of the two-stroke engine and move to a four-stroke solution?

We’re proud to introduce a new contributor to NYCS – Scott. Scott, as you’ll find out, will soon acquire a scooter, but for now I’ve asked him to provide some of the back-story as to why he decided to get into scootering here in the Big Apple.

Customized with all the treats you expect for a pimped Ruckus. $3500 gets you a very tight bike providing you’re a fan of riding within inches of the ground beneath you.

I parked my bike this morning next to a BMW motorcycle owner who would appear to have had enough of being the victim of an overzealous traffic enforcement officer.

Reader Greg from Columbus, OH is putting his prized Lammy up for sale and asked us to help out. With a beauty like this it’s our pleasure. While the bike is a bit of a trek from the NYC area, it could well be worth your while.

Piaggio continues to offer deep discount incentives to clear last season’s stock and keep local dealers afloat during a tough sales year. Could their loss be your gain? Click on inside for details.

Starting tonight, repairs begin on the bridge as part of a four year, $500 million restoration project with all Manhattan-bound lanes closed nightly until 2014.

David Harrington over at JustGottaScoot.com is back with another comprehensive scooter review. This time, Kymco’s unashamed take on the Vespa LX, the Like200i.