Archive for Items Categorized 'Automobiles', only excerpts shown, click title for full entry.
Three Wheelers A–Z
by Chris Rees
Profusely illustrated, this book showcases a vast number of mostly odd machinery. If you recognize even a few of the names you’ll know way more than most folk.
Lagonda, A History of the Marque
by Arnold Davey & Anthony W. May
Founded by a US opera singer of Scottish ancestry in 1906, this British luxury marque has had a difficult life. Owned by Aston Martin since 1947 you may soon see Lagonda-branded SUVs on the road so find out what makes Langonda special.
American Motors Corporation
by Patrick R. Foster
What started as the largest merger of car companies in US history had an ignominious end. Undeserved, the author says. Such much is AMC part of US culture that a 2008 car magazine touted the firm’s revival—only to be debunked as a cruel April Fool’s joke.
Bespoke Mascots, Automotive Jewelry, Vol. Two
by Nicholas Dawes, Michael Furman
If the type of car you drive doesn’t already say enough about you, add a hood ornament of your own choosing or even design and make a “statement.”
Maserati, A Century of History
by Cancellieri, Dal Monte, De Agostini, Ramaciotti
An excellent book with superb photos is a nice way to celebrate a big, round birthday. A three-day parade in Italy brought together 200 cars and 500 enthusiasts—if you weren’t there, console yourself with this book!
Porsche 356 Defined, A Pictorial Guide
by Brett Johnson
The 356 is one of the quintessential sports cars, a segment of the market it came to define. If you have or want one—or are a concours judge—this book will school your eye.
Francis Howe, Motor Racing Man Par Excellence
by Tim May with Adam Ferrington
The “Gentleman Racer” earned this nickname for a reason—and not just because he was an aristocrat. And Earl Howe did a lot more than race well; some of his ideas have had a lasting impact even until today.
The Car-dependent Society, A European Perspective
by Hans Jeekel
Doesn’t sound like a very sexy read but just ask yourself: are our modern lifestyles possible without cars? We know the environmental price of growing car use—but do we care?
The Rolls-Royce 25/30 & Wraith
by Bernard L. King
A complete listing of every car built in those two series, complete with technical specs, basic history, and photos. Lots of photos. Hundreds of photos. Don’t even think of buying a car without checking this book first!
Fabulous Fifties: American Championship Racing
by Dick Wallen et al
An important book about an important time in racing. That sort of racing has long since stopped but this 20-year-old book is still in print! Don’t miss it.
The Woman Owner-Driver: The Complete Guide for Lady Motorists
by The Hon. Mrs. Victor Bruce
It’s 1928—you’re a woman—you have a car. Very exotic. The manual won’t tell you about taxes and insurance, or how to talk your way out of a speeding ticket, or which type of hat won’t squeeze your head and give you a headache. But this book will.
Riverside Raceway: Palace of Speed
by Dick Wallen; by Michael Jordan (editor)
For 32 years, pretty much anybody who was anybody raced pretty much anything on this relatively dangerous course. Located not too far from Hollywood means you may well have seen it on TV shows or in movies.
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