"Developed by literacy experts and educators for students in PreK through grade two, this book introduces beginning readers to race cars through simple, predictable text and related photos"--

"What's it like to race across the blacktop of the nation's most famous track? How does it feel to smash into a concrete wall while going over 200 miles per hour? This exciting, humorous, and poignant collection of tales takes readers inside the most exciting race in America. Newly updated, Tales from the Indianapolis 500 captures horrific collisions and sweet victories from drivers past and present. With the 100th race approaching, the excitement...

Provides An Up-Close Look At Custom Bikes And How They Are One-Of-A-Kind Machines.

"Engaging images accompany information about the Ford GT. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--

This title introduces the classic American muscle car, the Ford Mustang. Readers will learn about the Mustang's history, models, special features, technical specs, racing career, and prevalence in popular culture. Large dynamic photos, easy-to-read text, a timeline, and infographics put readers in the driver's seat! High-interest sidebars give readers cool facts to share with their friends. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division...

"Professional drag racing has four major classes. The fastest drag racers in the world are the Top Fuel class. Top Fuel cars have large rear wheels and small front wheels. Discover the history, design, and features of these exceptionally fast vehicles in Dragsters, part of the Let's Ride series"--Back cover.

Learn what a pro stock bike is and about the history of pro stock. Pro stock bike components are discussed, including the forks, engine, chassis, tires, wheels, brakes, and wheelie bars. Competitions and burnouts are covered, as is safety gear. .

The Art of BMW: 90 Years of Motorcycle Excellence presents stunning studio portraiture of the rolling sculpture that BMW has been creating for the past 90 years. Each bike portrait is accompanied by a concise, authoritative profile of the machine. All the classic bikes are here-pre-World War II BMWs like the R5 that defined performance in that era; the military R12 that carried the Wehrmacht as it blitzkrieged its way across Europe; the R75M that...

"This title offers readers cool facts about dirt bikes, including what they're made of, what they can do, and how they are used. The title also includes a photo diagram, glossary, and an additional resources section"--Publisher's description.

Learn how the physics of racing can be applied to advanced track sections. We show you the rules needed for double apexes and chicanes, as well as how to link them in complex sequences. Plus, you'll learn the surprising science of optimizing straights. Finally, the last section will really put you to the test as we break down some of the most complex corner sequences in the world. If you can solve these puzzles, you will understand how to drive anything. Learn...