Toy log trucks can help children understand another role that vehicles in society have and often help in skill-building for youngsters.

A rare Matchbox toy lorry has sold for a staggering £5,520 after a bidding war at auction. The grey truck is a replica of a 1916 Osram Lamps vehicle.

You’re looking at a slaughterhouse death lorry complete with breathing holes and just enough space in the back to cram as many innocent and defenceless toy cattle in as you can. Or pigs.