Introduces monster trucks and explains what happens at a monster truck show.

"Join Elbow Grease and his brothers as they play outside!"--

Climb into the cabs of the world's fastest trucks. They may be big, but these machines can really move! Roar off in the three jet engines of the Shockwave powered to 376 mph (605 km/h)! Ride in the Banks Sidewinder Dodge Dakota, which set a world record at 217 mph (349 km/h)! Go off-roading in the fastest off-road terrain conqueror, the Ford F-150 SVT Raptor. Colorful illustrations capture these swift, powerful beasts on the road and off, while interesting...

Discusses the history of monster trucks, first built in 1974, as well as advances in their design and construction, and the races and events in which they appear.

Describes the various kinds of monster truck drag races and the vehicles involved: includes a history

This series, "Mighty Machines" examines the most interesting big machines people use to carry out larger-than-life tasks. Readers of this book will learn about the mechanisms and uses of these big machines. The book is filled with vivid photos and fascinating facts. The book is sure to engage young readers.

"Truck racing has some of the biggest, most powerful racing machines on the planet, but what happens when drivers lose control? Learn the details about some of the most intense moments in Truck racing"--Back cover.

You become the driver of a monster truck! Learn what it's like in the driver seat!

Looks at monster trucks and tractors, including their history and some of the people involved in their exhibitions and competitions.

"Explains the history of monster trucks and the how-to of the sport"--Provided by publisher.