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Owning a car is a ticket to independence and freedom for a large section of the population, but the prospect of owning a car for the first time can appear daunting. This extensively illustrated book, now available in paperback, provides a comprehensive guide to car ownership for drivers contemplating the purchase of their first car, and for motorists who would like to learn more about their car. The straightforward text, written in friendly, down-to-earth style, provides an essential source of information to help drivers to enjoy car ownership to the fullest.
by Steve Rendle Aimed at the 3 6 age group, this innovative book brings the Haynes Manual approach, complete with cutaway drawings and illustrated step-by-step guides, to one of the most popular children s TV characters. See how Roary works, what s inside and how his mechanics keep him in tip-top condition. Some of Roary s friends also feature as readers learn more about racing cars and motor racing at the Silver Hatch circuit. This brightly designed book will delight children and parents alike.
After the closest-fought season in F1 history, Sebastian Vettel became the youngest-ever World Champion. His car, the Red Bull RB6, the work of a team led by legendary F1 designer Adrian Newey, was the envy of the paddock, proving to be consistently faster than its rivals over the season. In this fascinating book, the Red Bull RB6 receives the Haynes Manual treatment, providing an unprecedented insight into the design, technology and engineering of an F1 car as well as the inner workings of Red Bull Racing.
This book explains how modern Formula 1 cars work and demystifies the extraordinary technology they contain. By meticulously dissecting an F1 car into its constituent components, the author describes the design, engineering and function of every element, enabling the reader to develop a full understanding of how it all comes together to form a competitive package. The text is expertly written to satisfy both the engineering-minded reader as well as any enthusiast of the sport who wants to delve deeper, and supplemented by a superb range of close-up photographs, technical illustrations and diagrams. Chassis: design and manufacture; survival cell, fuel tank, impact structures, stiffness. Aerod...
Claude Nahum was brought up surrounded by all things automotive. The son of Bernar Nahum, considered to be the father of the Turkish automotive industry, Claude was fascinated by cars and engineering from an early age. Claude's career led him into automotive design, research and engineering, before eventually heading and growing the Kiraça group trading company in Europe, all the while maintaining his link with the automotive world. As Claude's career progressed, he began collecting and racing cars, and the growth of his stable led to him establishing The N Collection. Wishing to create a distinctive tribute to his favourite cars, Claude commissioned six leading artists, and gave them free rein to depict each of 25 cars from his collection in their own inimitable style. The Automotive Art Project showcases that work.
The Williams FW14B is the 1992 Formula 1 World Championship-winning car that dominated the season and took Nigel Mansell to his only World Drivers' Championship, winning nine races. Mansell's team-mate, Riccardo Patrese, also won a race, and finished second to Mansell on six occasions. To complete the stunning statistics, Mansell either won or finished second in all the races he finished that season, and he took pole position for all but two of the season's 16 races.
This new edition of the Manual is comprehensively updated to include the 2011, 2012 and 2013 World Championship winning Red Bull cars (the original book covers the 2010 RB6). In particular, the 'Anatomy' chapter, which includes details of developments introduced since the original book was published in June 2011, including KERS, DRS, developments due to rule changes concerning 'blown' diffusers, and the switch from Bridgestone to Pirelli tyres, as well as the change to 1.6-litre V6 turbocharged engines and the hybrid ERS (Energy Recovery System) introduced for the 2014 season.
They’re the best of the best—and young car enthusiasts can learn all about them in this informative book! Loaded with specs, statistics, and full-color photos for each hypercar, this volume will pull in readers with fascinating facts for cars including the Aston Martin One-77 and the Porsche 918 Spyder. Helpful charts and guides provide further information, including definitions for technical terms and important details such as maximum speed!
Step inside the exciting world of extreme cars! The books in this engaging series present fast and furious facts and specs for some of the most extreme cars on the road! Each car is shown in full-color images, which are accompanied by record-breaking statistics including maximum speed and serious levels of power. The manageable text presents fascinating information about each car and its manufacturer. These dazzling, technical guides to the world's coolest cars are sure to attract readers of all levels.
These cars are in it to win it! Readers will be fascinated to learn more about the fastest cars on Earth in this detailed and fascinating volume, which presents an in-depth look at such speed machines as the Ultima RS and the McLaren Senna. Color photos show off multiple views of each car, while a guide to each offers such details as maximum speed, engine type and capacity, wheels and tires, and more.