Road and motor vehicles: general interest

Forget hurrying.

From its origins the Italian battlefields of the Second World War, to movie roles as Audrey Hepburn's transport in Roman Holiday and Sting's stylish companion in Quadrophenia and on through the current vintage revival, the classic Italian motor scooter is an enduring design classic from the 20th century.

From its origins the Italian battlefields of the Second World War, to movie roles as Audrey Hepburn's transport in Roman Holiday and Sting's stylish companion in Quadrophenia and on through the current vintage revival, the classic Italian motor scooter is an enduring design classic from the 20th century.

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.

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.

This Essential Buyer's Guide leads you through the process of buying an Audi TT, from whether this is the right car for you, what it's like to live with, and what it will cost you to run, to which version and engine is best for you, and what you should be paying for it.

This is the complete guide to finding the best available example of the classic front-engined Porsche 944.

There are many books about Triumph, but most of them concentrate on the glamorous twin-carburettor Bonneville and three-cylinder Trident.

Here is a book packed with good advice on how to find and maintain a Ducati Desmodue twin.

The essential guide to the Jaguar X-Type - the first 'baby' Jaguar ever produced.

Buying a classic and iconic E30 BMW 3 Series can be just the start of a wonderful adventure.

A second hand Volvo .

Mergers, amalgamations and joint ventures have meant that the number of existing pan-European truck manufacturers can now almost be counted on the fingers of one hand.

With so many different models and specifications to navigate, this book will help you get the Mini you want at the right price.

The definitive international history of Jaguar's classic grand tourer, the XJ-S, from inception until the end of production.

The comprehensive guide to choosing, assessing and buying the MG TD or TF of your dreams.

For many years, Standard was one of Britain's largest car-makers.

If you remember off-road stars like the Rickman brothers' Vic Eastwood, Lew Coffin, and John Avery, then this is a must-have book for your collection.

A world of fun, excitement, exploration and satisfaction awaits the owner of one of these iconic Land Rovers and Range Rovers - and this book is your ticket to that wonderful world.

A small investment in this book could save you a fortune .

If you're passionate about your Ducati, wish to know your motorcycle in real depth, and keep it in perfect shape with the loving care she'll only receive from you, this is your book.

This book is your ticket to a world of fun, excitement, exploration and satisfaction: the world of the iconic BMW E30 3 series.

Stop!

This Essential Buyers Guide gives prospective buyers key information about the Porsche 924, allowing them to make informed decisions about the pros and cons of buying one.

We took a low-mileage, ex-military, unregistered Series III Land Rover, stripped it down to its bare bones, and then blended it with an original Series III Station Wagon in very poor condition.

Many words have been written about the Honda CBR600 (or the Hurricane, as it was named in the USA), about its history, performance, lineage and specification, but few tell you what to look for when buying one second-hand.

Many words have been written about the Honda FireBlade, about its history, performance, lineage and specification, but few tell you what to look for when buying one second-hand.

It's hard to believe, but the 113-series Mercedes-Benz SL was launched almost 50 years ago.

There are lots of books about Harleys, about their history, performance, lineage and the minutae of their specification, but none of them will tell you what to look for when buying one second-hand.

The Lamborghini Urraco: the little baby Lambo that was meant to beat the Porsche 911 and Ferrari 308, but which instead ran into a myriad of problems.

There are very few books about the Hinckley-built Triumphs, and none will tell you what to look for when buying one secondhand.

This book releases one of the best-kept secrets of the sports car world - the BMW Z3, the latest generation of the traditional small sports car, with the advantages of being based on a tried and tested model range produced by a manufacturer of high quality cars with enviable service and spares support.