Motor Vehicles

A thrilling illustrated history of Formula 1 racing, from its fascinating origins and inner workings to the top drivers of the twentieth century and today, by a celebrated motorsports broadcaster and star of Formula 1: Drive to Survive Over its seventy-plus years of history, Formula 1 racing has grown from a niche motorsport with just a few events per season into a global phenomenon followed by more than a billion fans. With just twenty drivers competing at speeds of over 220 miles per hour on more than twenty of the world's most glamorous and challenging racetracks, Formula 1 is the ultimate test of technological excellence and driver skill. As the lead commentator on Netflix's breakout series Formula 1: Drive to Survive, Will Buxton has emerged as the most prominent journalist covering the sport for the new generation of fans. Grand Prix chronicles the past, present, and future of F1 in an engaging and easily digestible format. You'll be introduced to historical heroes, such as Formula 1's very first world champion, Giuseppe Farina, through every decade and every champion of the sport, including the iconic Lewis Hamilton and reigning champion Max Verstappen. You'll meet the drivers these great champions did battle with and discover the teams they raced for and the tracks they mastered. Packed with incredible stories and epic races, this captivating collection also contains features on every aspect of the sport today, along with how modern teams operate from their factories to race weekend garage setups, car design, the development of the sport through the lens of automotive evolution and safety, the art of the pitstop, and the future of motor racing. Filled with immersive and engaging information with illustrations as dynamic and bold as the sport itself, Grand Prix is the definitive introduction to the world's fastest sport.

The definitive guide to Formula 1 in 2024. A complete examination of all the teams racing this season, every driver) and all the tracks featured in the Grand Prix calendar. Also includes a full review of the 2023 season and a breakdown of the new rules and regulations for 2024.

Saab Celebration is a classic tribute in words and pictures to the beloved brand that was Saab.

Thrown in at the deep end 'on a mighty whim' by F1 team owner Ron Dennis, Lewis Hamilton began his 2007 debut season with several podium finishes. With behind-the-scenes insight into the rivalry between Hamilton and his team mate Fernando Alonso which threatened to derail the young Briton's dream, this book describes how he rose above his critics.

This beautifully produced book contains a wealth of information and detailed photographs, gleaned from extensive research, providing an accurate reference source to originality for all production E-types - Series 1, 2 and 3. An invaluable resource for E-type owners, restorers and enthusiasts.

Launched in 1971, the Alfasud was an all-new departure for Alfa Romeo, both in its design and its execution. Originally it was developed with the dual intentions of launching the company into large-volume production and providing a more affordable model than their highly regarded sports cars. However, its story was far from straightforward. Although respected for its technically brilliant design and universally praised for its ride and handling, the model never quite reached its full sales potential and its reputation was marred by problems that could not have been foreseen. With over 240 photographs, this book includes: A brief history of Alfa Romeo to the end of the 1960sThe development of the Alfasud’s design and the political reasons for building a new factoryThe car’s reception from both the press and ownersThe evolution of the model from initial prototypes, to the improvements to build quality and performance, including the Giardinetta and Sprint variations;Alfasuds in competitionA discussion of the political and labour problems, as well as the early quality-control issues, andSpecification tables, performance data, chassis numbers, engine codes and colour charts.

Charting 100 years of cruising the ocean waves, in rich colour photographs

The complete story of one of the most famous tractor brands and inventor of the modern tractor - Ford Tractors.

50 years as the number 1 waterways guide. For all users of Britain's inland waterways. This established, popular and practical guide covers the canals and waterways between London and Birmingham.

The aim of this manual is to help readers get the best from their vehicle. It provides information on routine maintenance & servicing & the tasks are described & photographed in a step-by-step sequence so that even a novice can do the work.

A brand new title in the best-selling SpeedPro!"e; series._x000B_Covers 3.5, 3.9, 4.0 & 4.6 litre engines from 1967 to date._x000B_Maximum road or track performance & reliability for minimum money._x000B_The author is an engineer with much professional experience of building race engines._x000B_Suitable for the enthusiast as well as the more experienced mechanic._x000B_All the information is based on practical experience.

The photos in this edition are black and white. The E36 was the embodiment of the luxury sports sedan, and the standard that other manufacturers strived to reach. And as such, the BMW 3 Series became wildly popular with BMW manufacturing 2.67 million E36 cars worldwide from 1992 to 1999. The new E36 featured a more aerodynamic design, potent dual overhead cam engine, multilink rear suspension, and a more luxurious interior than its predecessor. The E36 BMW seamlessly blended exhilarating performance with refined appointments and produced a comfortable yet aggressive driving machine that appealed to a wide audience. Although the stock BMW is a more-than-capable sports sedan, veteran author Jeffrey Zurschmeide delves into all the different methods for extracting more performance, so you can make your E36 even more potent. He explains how to upgrade handling and control through installation of aftermarket coil-over springs, bushings, sway bars, and larger brakes. Producing more power is also a priority, so he shows you how to install and set up a cold-air intake, ignition tuners, and exhaust system components. You are also guided through work on cylinder heads, cams, and pistons. In addition, you're shown the right way to install superchargers and turbo kits. If your 3 Series is making more power, then you need to get that power to the ground; guidance is provided for upgrading the transmission and limited-slip differentials. The BMW 3 Series has set the benchmark for performance and luxury. But even at this benchmark, these cars can be dramatically improved. Each major component group of the car can be modified or upgraded for more performance, so you can build a better car that's balanced and refined. If you want to make your E36 a quicker, better handling, and more capable driving machine, this book is your indispensable guide for making it a reality.