Road and motor vehicles: general interest

A comprehensive guided tour under the skin of the car.

This book describes in a clear, friendly manner everything today's driver needs to know about choosing and using a car in an economical and eco-efficient way.

Although the idea of an electric car is almost 180 years, old it is only now that we are learning to embrace the thought that our petrol cars won't last forever.

With fuel costs and parking charges forever rising, it's no wonder consumers are turning towards cheaper forms of travel.

Goodwood in the sixties epitomised all that was good about the British motor racing scene.

The 928 was originally designed as a replacement for the legendary 911, although traditionalists wouldn't let the air-cooled machine die, and the fuel crisis that occurred soon after the new Grand Tourer was launched meant its stunning performance on the road would not be matched in the showrooms.

British commercial manufacturers played a prime role in boosting Britain's economy during the 1960s, especially as many vehicles were exported worldwide.

Launched in 1969, the 914 series went through many problems and many changes before production came to an end in 1976.

An in-depth look at the world's finest scooter, from the Model A to the GP 200.

This is a book about automotive styling, in particular the streamlined styling that defined what are now known as Airline cars.

The late 1960s and early 1970s formed a significant epoch in the world of international sports car racing.

The full history of the popular Triumph Club motorcycle.

Particularly famous for their great adventures in the Monte Carlo rally, works Minis humbled many bigger and more powerful cars during the 1960s and 1970s.

If you're red-blooded and somewhere between 35 and 50 the chances are that your first bike was a sports moped.

The definitive history of the internationally popular Porsche 944, including motorsport.

Using pictures sourced from policemen and police forces all over the country, this book illustrates the way in which policing gradually became more and more motorised over the years, and illustrates the many and extremely varied vehicles - mainly British, but not always so - which were used from earliest days through to the Seventies.

In the past the 924 was often underrated, but nowadays enthusiasts appreciate the car's performance, build quality, practicality and affordability.

A comprehensive guide to all the volkswagens not built in Germany, and the unusual ones that were.

As much a landmark of London as Big Ben, it's no wonder the traditional taxi has become known as the 'London Cab' - even though these taxis are used all around the world.

The automobile seems to be as popular now as it ever was.

Anyone who owns a Suzuki 4x4, and wonders what it is REALLY capable of, needs this book.

Expert practical advice from an experienced race engine builder on how to build a high-performance version of Ford's naturally aspirated 4-cylinder 1600, 1800 & 2000cc Pinto engine which has been used in Ford's most popular cars (Escort, Capri, Cortina & Sierra - Ford/Mercury Capri, Pinto, Bobcat in USA) over many years.

The fifth in a series of books which chronicle in definitive depth the history of the evergreen 911, from the earliest design studies to the water-cooled cars of today.

Volume four in a series that will become the definitive reference to the Porsche 911, the world's favourite Porsche.

This volume starts with the introduction of the SC series and the 3.

The second in a series of five books which chronicle in definitive depth the history of the evergreen 911, from earliest design studies to the water-cooled cars of today.

The first in a series of five books which chronicle in definitive depth the history of the evergreen 911, from the earliest design studies to the water-cooled cars of today.

Can you imagine a world where people drive beautiful and unusual cars, created by designers prodigiously endowed with talent and imagination?

The most comprehensive guide to automotive terms available.

At last, and from renowned motoring writer Brian Long, the history of the hugely popular Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen is revealed.

Everything around us is designed and the word 'design' has become part of our everyday experience.

Sources are eclectic, results mixed, but one thing is certain: car design is being forced up an ever tightening spiral of creativity.

This pocket-sized guide is a convenient, quick-reference companion to discovering what to do, what to see and how to get around Iceland.

With a foreword by Carl FogartyJoey Dunlop's story is one of towering triumphs and desperate tragedies in almost equal measure.

Why has car society proven so durable, even in the face of mounting environmental and economic crises?

Injury.

I can't think of anywhere I'd less like to be than in a car.

This practical manual been written for the car-owner who is already a competent driver under normal road conditions but who would like to be a better-than-average driver, and especially for the man who wishes to try his hand at competition work-both racing and rallying.

This book tells the story of the modern car industry from the inside.

When Honda released the CX500, the sales brochure stated 'First into the Future,' and described the bike as a road sports V-twin.

New updated and revised edition!

The BSA unit singles - 250, 350, 441 and finally 500cc - may not have been the most glamorous product of the British motorcycle industry, but they were the 'first bikes' for thousands of learner riders and had a great track record in scrambling and motocross.

Most of the many available books about Triumph motorcycles concentrate on the bigger Bonneville and Trident ranges.

As time goes by, older SLs have tended to fall into the hands of collectors, often becoming too valuable or rare to use on a daily basis.

The second in a series of SLK titles, this detailed volume presents the full history of the second generation 'Sportlich, Leicht und Kurz' - the SLK.

If you can recall the golden era of motorcycle sport then this is undoubtedly the book for you.

The V7 introduced Moto Guzzi to a completely new clientele.

The first in a series of SLK titles, this detailed volume, written with the full co-operation of Mercedes-Benz, reveals the full history of the first generation 'Sportlich, Leicht und Kurz' - the SLK.

The 1970s and 1980s were wonderful eras for the motorcycle: crazy two-strokes and the first multi-cylinder superbikes coming thick and fast from Japan.