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1) Formula One
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Pub
Pub. Date
[2007]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
Learn about these very fast cars.
2) Fast cars
Author
Series
Publisher
Smart Apple Media
Pub. Date
[2009]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 30 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Describes in detail how high-performance sports cars and supercars are designed to drive faster than average cars"--Provided by publisher.
3) Maserati
Author
Series
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
[2014]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Maserati built its reputation on creating high-performing and elegant cars. Readers will learn the history behind these renowned Italian sports cars and will gain an understanding of the elements that make sports cars perform. Profiles include models ranging from the historic 3500 GT of the 1950s to todays grand tourers. Each model profiled has its own stat-at-a-glance table.
4) Mercedes
Author
Series
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
[2014]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Mercedes has been around for more than a century, and has long been associated with both luxury and high performance cars. Readers will learn about this company's contributions to auto-making history. They will be able to compare some of its most notable models, including its sports cars, sedans, and SUVs. Includes stat boxes for quick comparison and easy reference.
5) Lotus
Author
Series
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
[2014]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.
Language
English
6) Cars
Author
Publisher
Raintree Steck-Vaughn
Pub. Date
[1999]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
Outlines the basics of automobile design emphasizing how the quest for speed influences design.
7) Porsche
Author
Series
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
2013.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Introduces the Porsche, provides an overview of the company and its racing history, and discusses notable models.
8) The car
Author
Series
Publisher
Heinemann Library
Pub. Date
[2011]
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations chiefly color ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Examines the evolution of the car, its design, and how vehicles affect today's world.
Author
Series
Publisher
First Second
Pub. Date
2019.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
121 pages : color illustrations ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
"In Dan Zettwoch's Science Comics: Cars, you'll learn where cars came from and how they work. When you pop the hood, what are you looking at? How does gasoline - or electric batteries, or even steam - make a car move? Rev up your motor and take look at the combustible history of the automobile and its explosive effects on our modern lives."--Provided by publisher.
10) Karts
Author
Series
Publisher
Bellwether Media, Inc
Pub. Date
2019.
Physical Desc
24 pages : colored illustrations ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Engaging images accompany information about karts. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--
11) Stock cars
Author
Publisher
Bellwether Media
Pub. Date
2019.
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Engaging images accompany information about stock cars. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--
12) Hot rods
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications Co
Pub. Date
[2007]
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 x 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
A look at the fun and beauty of these custom cars.
13) Aston Martin
Author
Series
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
[2014]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
The DB 5 was immortalized by James Bond, and Aston Martins sports cars have been treasured by high-performance fans ever since. Readers will learn about this company's storied history, sports cars, and what aspects make a sports car a super car. The automakers best-loved models, as well as the growing development of more compact city cars are covered in accessible text. Each model profiled has its own stat-at-a-glance table.
14) Convertibles
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[1995]
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Language
English
15) Porsche
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Publ
Pub. Date
[2000]
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 26 cm.
Language
English
Description
Surveys the history of the Porsche automobile and its designs, engines, and performance.
Author
Publisher
Enslow Publishers
Pub. Date
[2008]
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 25 cm
Language
English
Description
"Read about open-wheel race cars, the drivers, and the races they compete in, such as Formula One, the Indy Racing League, and the Champ series"--Provided by publisher.
18) Stock cars
Author
Series
Publisher
Bellwether Media
Pub. Date
2008.
Physical Desc
24 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Full color photography accompanies engaging information about Stock Cars. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Down on their luck, the Tooting family buys an old camper van and begins repairing it, but after installing an engine that once belonged to an extraordinary car, they are off to find other original parts, pursued by a sinister man who wants Chitty for himself.
20) Karts
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone
Pub. Date
[1992]
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
Describes the small racer known as a kart, and the hobby/sport now of international proportions.
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