Here is a selection of books I have collected on various motoring subjects over the years.
Bond Cars: The Definitive History by Jason Barlow
A lavish celebration of the cars that also became the stars alongside the world's most famous fictional spy.
Featuring exclusive and priceless assets such as the original call sheets, technical drawings and story-boards,
accompanied by previously unpublished photography and exclusive interviews, we put you behind the wheel of every
car driven by 007 on film. With insights from the producers and keepers of the Bond flame, Michael G. Wilson and
Barbara Broccoli, as well as Daniel Craig and special effects and action vehicles supervisor and veteran of 15 Bond
films, Chris Corbould, this is the story of cinema's greatest icon, told through the prism of the legendary cars
he has driven.
Jim Clark was a genuine sporting hero. He won 25 of his 72 Grands Prix and in the sixties was the yardstick by which every
other driver on the starting grid was judged. Quite simply, Clark was peerless. Stubborn and notoriously indecisive
outside the car, where he would nervously chew his fingernails, he was a genius when he got behind the wheel. To many he
remains the greatest racing driver of all time, not just because of his fearsome strike rate and the magnitude and manner
of his achievements, but also because he remained humble and unspoiled throughout. Published on the 50th anniversary of
Clark's death, this book, 20 years in the making, is a deeply detailed look at a complex and compelling character.
Starting in a friend's car in driving tests, sprints, hill climbs, autocrosses and rallies, Clark graduated to sports
cars in his native Scotland while still pursuing his other passion, which was farming. Such was his subliminal driving
talent, that motorsport overcame farming and he went on to win in sports cars, touring cars, Formula Junior, Formula 2 and
Formula 1 and to triumph in the legendary Indianapolis 500 in America. Clark's Formula 1 debut came in 1960, with Team
Lotus, where his unique fraternal relationship with boss Colin Chapman became one of the cornerstones of success for them
both. Driving for Lotus throughout his professional career, Clark was twice a World Champion, in 1963 and 1965, famously
winning seven of ten rounds on the way to his first crown. On his first visit to the Indianapolis 500, in 1963, he finished
second and two years later he became the first Formula 1 star to win it, with his Lotus the first rear-engine victor as
well.
Clark's tragic death, in an unimportant Formula 2 race at Hockenheim in Germany on 7 April 1968, was likened by
compatriot Jackie Stewart to motorsport's equivalent of the atomic bomb. A special feature of this book is the personal
insight from the author's dozens of interviews with family, friends, drivers and mechanics.
The Self Preservation Society by Matthew Field
2019 marked the 50th anniversary of the British cult classic movie The Italian Job. This landmark anniversary presents a
unique opportunity to celebrate the film with a coffee table book packed full of images, insights and revelations. Loaded
with Sixties swagger and famed for its endlessly quotable dialogue and one of the most impressive car chases in movie
history, The Italian Job is the ultimate celebration of 'cool Britannia'.
From the opening sequence of Rossano Brazzi gliding through the Alps in an orange Lamborghini Miura, to the high-speed
getaway across the city of Turin in three Mini Coopers, The Italian Job is a petrolhead's dream. The Self Preservation
Society will detail how all these cars, including the Aston Martin DB4 and E-Type Jaguars were found and ultimately where
they are today.
Over the last 20 years, author Matthew Field has interviewed all the key people involved in the 1969 production. Through
him, their stories are revealed, often for the first time. Based on more than 50 in-depth interviews with the cast and
crew and lavishly illustrated with hundreds of never-before-seen photographs and production documents, this definitive
book will explode some myths, include a few revelations and tell the fascinating full story of this perennially popular
movie.
Two-time championship-winning and record-breaking racing driver, Jason Plato is a living, breathing example of what you
shouldn't do if you want to become a professional racing driver:
DO NOT:
Steal a JCB in Monaco and end up in prison there - twice
· Kill Bernie Ecclestone (almost)
· Choose fags and booze over the gym
· Give Prince Charles the finger on the M42
· Make enemies with a 6ft 6" rival who is a black belt in everything.
Since joining the Williams Touring Car team in 1997 he has had more race wins than Lewis Hamilton and Stirling Moss,
competed in more races than Jenson Button and set the largest number of fastest laps ever. But he's also a rule breaker
who has had more than his fair share of near-death experiences, drunken escapades and more. And yet he's still racing.
There is nothing sensible, predictable or considered about Jason, but this is how he became a racing legend.
Driven by John Aston
Driven is John Aston's hugely entertaining motoring autobiography. This ambitious and far-ranging book begins with his
early days as a teenage car enthusiast and race marshal in the late Sixties before covering the wide range of subjects
close to his heart. These include the best and worst of Formula One, the icon that is Ferrari, the writer's NASCAR
adventure and the delights of long road trips in his beloved Caterham Seven. But that's not all, as you can read about why
the NSU Ro80 was a prophet without honour, as well as what the writer thinks about the changing face of motoring journalism.
Yes, one J Clarkson is mentioned ... and there's more still, as a major part of the book is a description of a year in
British motorsport. The writer's love of the lesser-known categories of motor sport illuminates the text, as does his
insight into the places, people and machinery making up the sport's diversity. He describes the mood music of events
ranging from a round of the British Touring Car Championship to historic race meetings for Cortinas and Minis, before
venturing further from the mainstream with drag racing at Santa Pod, speed hillclimbs, autograss and rallying. Oh - he
also doubled the average age at a Time Attack meeting. Don't expect objective reporting, as he holds strong opinions, but
they are leavened by a tongue firmly lodged in his cheek. Any reader, enthusiast or not, is guaranteed to enjoy reading
about these adventures as much as the writer enjoyed having them.
In the 1960s Enzo Ferrari emerged as the dominant force in sports cars in the world, creating speed machines that were
unbeatable on the race track. In America, the Ford Motor Company was quickly losing ground as the pre-eminent brand. Henry
Ford II saw a solution. He decided to declare war on Ferrari, to build a faster car than anything Ferrari had brought to
the track and to beat him at the world's biggest race, Le Mans. Ferrari was just as determined to see off this challenge
from across the Atlantic.
With practically no safety regulations in place in the European Grand Prix races, horrific accidents were routine, with
both drivers and spectators killed in many races. The stakes were incredibly high, money and men were thrown at the
competition, neither Ford nor Ferrari would accept anything but victory. The battle to become the fastest in the world
truly became a race to the death.
High Performance: When Britain ruled the roads by Peter Grimsdale
A band of stubborn pioneers rose from the embers of Britain’s cities after World War Two and created the finest automobiles
the world had ever seen. High Performance tells the exhilarating tale of their journey down the fast lane.
Across four decades, Ross Brawn was one of the most innovative and successful technical directors and then team principals
in Formula One. Leading Benetton, Ferrari, Honda, Brawn and Mercedes, he worked with drivers such as Michael Schumacher,
Jenson Button and Lewis Hamilton to make them world champions. In 2017, he was appointed F1's managing director, motor
sports, by the sport's new owners Liberty Media. Now, in this fascinating book written with Adam Parr (who was CEO and
then chairman of Williams for five years), he looks back over his career and methods to assess how he did it, and where
occasionally he got things wrong.
Total Competition is a definitive portrait of modern motorsport. In the book, Brawn and Parr explore the unique pressures
of Formula One, their battles with Bernie Ecclestone, and the cut-throat world they inhabited, where coming second is
never good enough. This book will appeal not only to the millions of Formula One fans who want to understand how Brawn
operates, it will also provide many lessons in how to achieve your own business goals.
365 days of motoring by Nigel P Freestone
Belt up and enjoy this 365-day ride as you cruise past the most momentous motoring events in history. Packed with
fascinating facts about races, motorists and the history of the mighty engine, this book is a must-have for any car
enthusiast.
In his 17 years as a Formula 1 driver, Jenson Button has picked up a thing or two about how to do the job properly. Sure,
you need to be able to drive a car fast - and Jenson is on hand to pass on a few tricks of the trade here - but you also
need to know the real rules for making it to the top.
Like, how to tell a multiple F1 champion they need to check their blind-spot. What the difference is between a helmet and
a hat, and indeed a 'helmet-hat'. How to practise your champagne spray ahead of the big day. Why it is never, ever, under
any circumstances a good idea to buy a yacht. And how to face down your team when you've just stacked their
multi-million-pound car into a wall during practice.
But 'JB' (nicknames in F1 run the full range from initials to, well, just using first names) doesn't stop there. HTBAF1D
(catchy) lifts the lid on the people, the places, the weird rituals, the motorhomes, the media, the cars, the perks and
the disasters. Join Jenson as he reveals how not to race a stupid big truck, why driving Le Mans is like having five shots
of tequila before lunch, and what to do when you finally hang up your helmet-hat.
Stirling Moss by Robert Edwards
Stirling Craufurd Moss raced professionally 497 times until his near fatal crash in 1962. At the end of his racing career,
he was the most famous Briton - no celebrity has approached the national adulation that Moss received. In this book, Robert
Edwards wonderfully recounts the life of this extraordinarily gifted and competitive man. His tally of wins was
proportionally higher than any other driver's, ever, by a wide margin. From his first race in 1948 to his last heady days
of the early sixties and beyond, his life and career are recalled in great detail, revealing many amazing stories never
told before.
Nick Mason has had a lifelong passion for motor racing. The sports and racing cars he's chosen to own form a unique stable,
not just because of their diversity, but because every car is meant to be driven, and driven hard. These are not museum
pieces sitting tamely in glass cases. With test driver Mark Hales, Nick Mason has pushed twenty-two of his cars to the limit
and created Into The Red, a book which captures the power, the exhilaration and the feel of the actual cars driven by the
worlds greatest racing drivers, including Enzo Ferrari, Stirling Moss, Jacky Ickx and Mario Andretti. Some are incredibly
fast: the powerhouse Porsche 935, the limited edition McLaren F1. Some extremely rare: the legendary V16 BRM is one of only
three known to exist. Some highly expensive: the Ferrari 250GTO had a value of GBP10 million at its peak. And others are
all-time classics, including the Bugatti T35B, the Maserati 250F, and the Ferrari T3 that brought Gilles Villeneuve victory
in the 1978 Montreal Grand Prix. But although their past is what makes the cars so special, each car has been put through
the same demanding test sequence at Silverstone, using the latest equipment, no quarter given.
The results are often surprising. Mark Hales details the distinctive sensations, sounds and vibrations of each car's
handling ability, down to the feel of the gears and the response of the brakes. Nick Mason gives his personal view of the
history and heritage of each model, with the inside track on the ups and downs of collecting classic cars.
The Golden Age of Formula 1 by Rainer W. Schlegelmilch
Few spectator sports generate such excitement as Formula 1. The name refers to the most advanced and competitive of the
FIA s racing formulae. It's a raw combination of speed, skill and that certain hint of daring. Journey back in time to
the glory years of the 1960s. Marvel at the vintage cars, big-name champions and heart-stopping victories. All the big
names are here: Jim Clark, Jacky Ickx, Jack Brabham just to name a few. With Schlegelmilch's compelling photographs,
this exceptional volume takes fans so close they can almost smell the burning rubber and hear the engines roar!
Rainer W. Schlegelmilch has been a motor sports photographer since 1962. His expert lens has covered all the great
names in racing. His unique style captures the drama of this action-charged sport.
Nowhere else have so many land speed records been set as at the Bonneville Salt Flats, Utah. Each year, devoted gearheads
and adrenaline junkies from around the world gather to add their names to the hall of fame with their hot rods, roadsters,
motorcycles, and belly tankers. They are shown up close and personal as hardly ever seen before. Alexandra Lier visited
the famous Speed Week at Bonneville Salt Flats, for the first time in 1999. Immediately, a lasting obsession with fast
cars, hot rods, and customs was born. She has returned annually ever since, taking photographs, honing her own skills at
burning rubber with the best of them, and becoming a member of the salt community herself.
"It feels like the edge of the world, like you could walk away and step off into another dimension, and it is likely that
you could if you did not bring water, food, shelter, and a compass. The sun is blinding before midday and
relentless afterwards, beaming back at you from the stark white salt. There are few if any signs of life; the animals
and insects of the surrounding mountains learned long ago not to venture out onto this plain where horizons vanish into
mirage or winter cloud cover… this landscape is best observed when it glows cool by the full moon. Should you wish to
drive in a straight line as fast as you possibly can there is little to stop you; which is precisely why the Bonneville
Salt Flats on the western edge of Utah are famous for land speed racing since 1949 when the first ever Speedweek was
held." - Kevin Thomson
We Need to Weaken the Mixture by Guy Martin
'I can't stop biting off more than I can chew. Maybe I'm wearing everything out, but I believe the body is a fantastic
thing and it will repair itself and I'll go again. If it's running too rich, I don't stop what I'm doing, just weaken
the mixture and carry on.'
Since we last heard from him, Guy Martin has restored a 1983 Williams F1 car then raced Jenson Button in it; helped to
build a First World War tank; ridden with Putin's favourite biker gang the Night Wolves; competed on the classic endurance
circuit; stood on top of one of Chernobyl's nuclear reactors and taken part in his last ever Isle of Man TT.
Then there's the stuff he really can't wait to get out of bed for: 12-hour shifts for a local haulage firm and tatie
farming in his new John Deere tractor.
Besides all this, he's saved his local pub from closure and become a dad.
But let him tell you his own stories, in his own words:
'You're getting it from the horse's mouth. No filter. I hope you enjoy it.'
This is a nostalgic look at the world's best-loved and most significant automobiles. You can drive down memory lane with
this celebration of 150 of the world's greatest cars, from the weird and wonderful to the largest, fastest and most
infamous. From 0 to 150 take a journey through the first steam-powered vehicles and the Model T Ford, to favourites like
the James Bond amphibian car, the holder of the supersonic land speed record and the latest Air car recently hailed as
the true car of tomorrow. It is just the thing for boys of all ages!
Chapman's Car Compendium by Giles Chapman
At last: A book packed with addictive automotive trivia aimed at every car fan worldwide. Intended to be dipped into but
also a distractingly compelling read, Chapman's Car Compendium takes the reader on a fascinating global journey of
bumper-to-bumper facts and other miscellanea. What is the brake horsepower of the 10 most powerful cars available today?
In which 69 countries worldwide do cars drive on the left? What are the funniest bumper stickers to have been spotted on
cars in America? The answers to these and over 250 other questions will inform and amuse the car lover everywhere, for
whom this is the perfect gift.
Most car collectors exhibit a healthy enthusiasm for their favorite hobby, a tendency to dig into their favorite marques,
chase parts, swap stories, and generally live the car-guy life. Some, however, step over that fine line between enthusiasm
and obsession — and that’s the place from which spring the legendary car-collector stories.
In Strange but True Tales of Car Collecting, Keith Martin and the staff of Sport Car Market Magazine recount the wildest
car-collecting stories of all time, focusing on tales of the most eccentric and over-the-top collectors and collections.
Have you heard of the fellow who squirrelled away dozens of Chevelles, Camaros, and other classic muscle cars in
semi trailers? How about the president of Shakespeare fishing rods who in the 1960s sold 30 now-priceless Bugattis for a
mere $85,000? The English nobleman who cut up and buried his Ferrari horde in an elaborate insurance scam? Or how about
the Duesenberg abandoned in a Manhattan parking garage for decades and uncovered by Tonight Show host Jay Leno?
These are just a few of the amazing stories explored in this entertaining book, a must-have title for any car enthusiast.
Both car collectors and fans of outrageous classic car, muscle car, and sports car stories will find entertainment in these
tales of collectors who’ve gone off the rails.
Competition Driving by Paul Frere
This practical manual has 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.
Paul Frere - Grand Prix driver and engineer, Le Mans winner and author - gives invaluable instruction based on his many years of experience on the racing
circuits of Europe and America. He deals briefly with theoretical matters and then proceeds with his driving lessons: making the most of practice,
learning a circuit, racing starts, cut-off and braking points, slides and drifts, taking advantage of road camber, passing and being passed, slipstreaming,
driving under wet and icy conditions and racing at night. He also gives practical advice on race tactics, flag marshals,
time keeping, pit signals, racewear, seat belts, the choice of gear ratios and tyres and different problems posed by
road and track racing.
The book is "required reading" for every ambitious driver.
An intereting read although it was first published in 1963.
Although Bruce McLaren died tragically early, aged only 32, in a testing accident at Goodwood in 1970, his legacy lives on in
the mighty McLaren Formula 1 team that he founded. To-date, the McLaren team's tally of Formula I Grand Prix wins is 182, of
which four were achieved in Bruce's lifetime, the first with Bruce at the wheel. As a driver, Bruce's other successes included
winning the Le Mans 24 Hours (1966) and twice becoming champion in Can-Am (1967 and 1969), the spectacular sports-car series that
his cars dominated for five years. An engaging, if quaint, story of courage and commitment and no small measure of talent at the
wheel and in the workshop... A reminder of a bygone age in which sportsmanship was still a prerequisite among the stars of the F1
circus, and the drivers were friends who fraternised regularly.
How To Build A Car
'Adrian has a unique gift for understanding drivers and racing cars. He is ultra-competitive but never forgets to have fun. An
immensely likeable man.' Damon Hill. The world’s foremost designer in Formula One, Adrian Newey OBE is arguably one of Britain’s
greatest engineers and this is his fascinating, powerful memoir. How to Build a Car explores the story of Adrian’s unrivalled
35-year career in Formula One through the prism of the cars he has designed, the drivers he has worked alongside and the races in
which he’s been involved. A true engineering genius, even in adolescence Adrian’s thoughts naturally emerged in shape and form –
he began sketching his own car designs at the age of 12 and took a welding course in his school summer holidays. From his early
career in IndyCar racing and on to his unparalleled success in Formula One, we learn in comprehensive, engaging and highly
entertaining detail how a car actually works. Adrian has designed for the likes of Mario Andretti, Nigel Mansell, Alain Prost,
Damon Hill, David Coulthard, Mika Hakkinen, Mark Webber and Sebastian Vettel, always with a shark-like purity of purpose: to make
the car go faster. And while his career has been marked by unbelievable triumphs, there have also been deep tragedies; most notably
Ayrton Senna’s death during his time at Williams in 1994. Beautifully illustrated with never-before-seen drawings, How to Build
a Car encapsulates, through Adrian’s remarkable life story, precisely what makes Formula One so thrilling – its potential for the
total synchronicity of man and machine, the perfect combination of style, efficiency and speed.
In the high octane atmosphere of the Formula One pit lane, the spotlight is most often on the superstar drivers. And yet, without the technical knowledge, competitive determination and outright obsession from his garage of mechanics, no driver could possibly hope to claim a spot on the podium. These are the guys who make every World Champion, and any mistakes can have critical consequences.
That's not to say the F1 crew is just a group of highly skilled technical engineers, tweaking machinery in wind tunnels and crunching data through high spec computers. These boys can seriously let their hair down. Whether it be parties on luxury yachts in Monaco or elaborate photo opportunities in gravity-defying aeroplanes, this is a world which thrills on and off the track.
Join McLaren's former Number One mechanic, Marc 'Elvis' Priestley as he tours the world, revealing some of Formula One's most outrageous secrets and the fiercest rivalries, all fuelled by the determination to win.
This is Formula One as you've never seen it before.
Jenson Button: Life to the Limit - My Autobiography
Jenson Button is one of the greatest racing drivers of his generation. His seventeen years in Formula 1 have seen him experience
everything the sport has to offer, from nursing underpowered cars around the track to winning World Championships and everything
in between. Here, Jenson tells his full story for the first time in his own honest, intelligent and eloquent style. From growing
up as part of a motor-racing-mad family under the guidance of his father, John, to arriving at Williams as a fresh-faced 20 year-old,
to being written off by some as a playboy and his fight back to the very pinnacle of his sport. Jenson's World Championship victory
for the unsponsored and unfancied Brawn GP team is one of the most extraordinary against-the-odds sports stories of the century.
Jenson's book lifts the lid on the gilded and often hidden world of Formula 1. He reveals his relationships with some of the
biggest names in Formula 1- Lewis Hamilton, Michael Schumacher, Fernando Alonso as well some of the most colourful characters like
Flavio Briatore, Ron Dennis, Frank Williams and serial winner Ross Brawn. Above all, he puts you right inside the cockpit, in the
driving seat, travelling at over 200 miles per hour, battling the fear of death, showing you what happens when it goes wrong at
high speed and allowing you to experience the euphoria of crossing the line first.
Firstly, a million thanks to those of you that purchased the first 1,000 copies of 'Let Them Stare!'...and the follow-up reprint of
500. Secondly, from the sale proceeds, I was able to doate nearly £7,000 to two worthwhile causes, Little Havens Children's Hospice
near Southend, whom our Lotus Owner's group have supported to the tune of nearly £300,000 over the last thirteen years and to the Save Our
Maddi Appeal. She is a young girl in my son's class at school who needs expensive gene therapy to survive. Thirdly, following on
from my YouTube video 'Man re-united with his Ferrari after 43 years' based on the car I owned 1972-74, a wonderful act of kindness
came out of the blue! Talacrest, who currently have the car for sale (a snip at two million) donated £10,000 to the Addenbrookes
Charitable Trust in Cambridge. This will be used to help fund a bespoke blood testing clinic at the hospital. Finally, my two cancers
seem to have gone away. Addenbrookes NHS have been brilliant in regularly booking me in for CT and MRI scans which have shown clear.
Thanks again to everyone that has contributed to our cause! See our website at Let Them Stare!
Let Them Stare!: A biographical look back at three decades of supercar ownership in a very different era.
In 2003 I joined the Internet forum known as BBS. It was mainly Lotus-based and as I owned an Elise S1 at the time, it seemed a
logical step to join the fun. It soon became apparent from my contributions to the forum, that there was an interest in the cars I
was fortunate to have owned during the period 1965-85. Many suggested writing a book about my experiences with the 'supercars' during
an era bereft of speed cameras and road aggression. It took another 13 years and a double dose of unrelated cancers (now dealt with)
to act as a catalyst to spur me on to complete a book, in case the Grim Reaper paid me another visit! A chance conversation with
a reader of those anecdotes, Mark Cox, acted as the starting gun. He had a disc of every post over a two-year period, some 55,000
words. This has been a huge help jogging my memory once more about events going back over 40 years. I don't expect to win the Booker
Prize, but I hope you enjoy tales of a motoring world that is very different from now and will never return. I have tried to show how
enjoyable that period was and, in some small way, it gives an indication of what most of you have missed!
An authoritative illustrated record of the rich history of the world's most famous motorcycle road race series. Written by acclaimed
motorcycle racing authors Bill Snelling and Michael Scott, with a foreword by Isle of Man TT legend John McGuinness, this beautiful
book celebrates the Isle of Man TT, the ultimate motorcycle road racing. The 37 miles of the 200-bend Snaefell Mountain Course
witnesses riders hurtling around a circuit which is terrifying to ride, but where the action is always spectacular and hair-raising
for racers and spectators alike. The exploits of the great TT champions, such as Joey Dunlop, Mike Hailwood, John Surtees, Giacomo
Agostini and John McGuinness, are legendary and Isle of Man TT: Photographic History - through 150 magnificent photographs -
brilliantly captures the spirit, excitement and danger of one of the oldest and most revered events in world motorsport.
Guy Martin: Road Racer
Leading road racing photographer Stephen Davison has been photographing Guy Martin for all of his racing career - from his very
first race in Scarborough in 2003 - and has amassed an archive of brilliant photographs, including great action shots, crashes,
close-ups and unguarded moments. Edgy, extreme, intimate and quirky, Davison's photographs brilliantly capture both Martin's focus
and determination, as well as his goofy and gauche side. Davison at his brilliant best.
‘I was never going to sleep in and take it easy, there were worms to catch’. Breaking records on the world’s biggest Wall of Death,
cycling 2,745 miles across the length of the United States (while sleeping rough), attempting to be the fastest person ever on two
wheels and travelling to Latvia to investigate his family’s roots, it's been a busy year for Guy Martin. There’s been some thrilling
racing too, including wild Harley choppers on dirt and turbo-charged Transit vans through the Nevada desert. And don't forget there’s
the day job to get back to in North Lincolnshire – the truck yard and the butty van. Guy has done more in one year than most people
do in a lifetime, and with his gift for story-telling, he takes you with him to the outer limits of human endurance, and on a dizzying
adrenalin high, all in a day’s work.
Guy Martin: When You Dead, You Dead
‘The maddest 12 months of my life. The journey starts with an oddball race up an American mountain and ends with me checking myself
out of hospital with a broken back. Again …'. As Guy’s Latvian grandfather frequently reminded him, ‘When you dead, you dead’. So
before it’s all over, Guy Martin is making the most of the time he’s got. In this past year alone, Guy has raced the Isle of Man TT
and finished on the podium; bike trekked through India; competed in solo 24-hour bicycles races; flown a stunt plane; broken a
go-kart speed record down a French mountain and attempted to break the motorcycle land-speed record at Bonneville Salt Flats. And
he’s done all this around his day job as a truck mechanic. But let Guy tell you about it himself: ‘This book starts in a Transit,
ends in a Transit, and in between I’ve raced a few pushbikes, raced a few motorbikes and got a fair few stories to tell you.’ Spot on.
Guy Martin, international road-racing legend, maverick star of the Isle of Man TT, truck mechanic and TV presenter, lives on the
edge, addicted to speed, thoroughly exhilarated by danger. In this book we’ll get inside his head as he stares death in the face,
and risks his life in search of the next high. We’ll discover what it feels like to survive a 170mph fireball at the TT in 2010,
and come back to do it all again. He’ll sweep us up in a gritty sort of glory as he slogs it out for a place on the podium, but
we’ll also see him struggle with the flipside of fame. We’ll meet his friends and foes, his family, his teammates and bosses and
we’ll discover what motivates him, and where his strengths and weaknesses lie. For the first time, here is the full story in Guy’s
own words. From the boy who learned to prep bikes with his dad, to the spirited team mechanic, paying his way by collecting beer
glasses in pubs, to the young racer at the start of his first race and the buzz he’s been chasing ever since. This thrilling
autobiography is an intense and dramatic ride.
Damon Hill: Watching the Wheels
In 1996, Damon Hill was crowned Formula One World Champion. For the first time ever he tells the story of his journey through the
last golden era of the sport when he took on the greats including Ayrton Senna and Michael Schumacher and emerged victorious as
World Champion in 1996, stepping out of the shadow of his legendary father Graham Hill. Away from the grid, Watching the Wheels:
The Autobiography is an astonishingly candid account of what it was like to grow up as the son of one of the country's most famous
racing drivers. It also tells the unflinching story of dealing with the grief and chaos that followed his father's tragically
early death in an aircraft accident in 1975, when Damon was fifteen years old. Formula One drivers have always been aware of
their mortality, and the rush that comes with the danger of racing was as intoxicating for Hill as it had been for his father's
generation, until he came face-to-face with catastrophe when his team-mate, Ayrton Senna, was killed in 1994. The swirling emotions
that Hill was faced with in light of the death of Senna was a defining moment for his generation of drivers and for the first time
ever Hill talks candidly about the impact that Senna had on his life, even as he watched his own son step into motor racing.
Courageously honest, and hugely rewarding, Watching the Wheels is a return to the last golden era of F1 racing, whose image still
burns ferociously for those who love the sport for what it reveals about human skill in the face or near certain death.
"Tales from the Toolbox" is a unique collection of behind-the-scenes stories and anecdotes as told, in their own words, by former
Grand Prix mechanics who have worked at the top level of the sport during the past 50 years. On the front line of the sport,
mixing with drivers and team bosses, they saw a side of it that nobody else got to see and rarely gets to hear about - and this
book tells their story. Chapters are themed around a particular aspect of a mechanic's life, ranging from what they consider the
highs and lows of their career, to their opinions of drivers and team bosses, the all-nighters, letting off steam, the 'Mechanic's
Gallon', nightmare journeys and customs capers. It also reveals a tale of camaraderie between teams and individual mechanics which
is hard to imagine in today's highly competitive Formula One environment. The stories are supplemented by photographs from the
archives and photo albums of the mechanics themselves, many of which are previously unseen.
Crashed and Byrned
This is the thrilling, warts-engine-oil-and-all autobiography of the only racing driver Ayrton Senna ever feared - the 200mph
flawed genius of Tommy Byrne.
It tells the surreal tale of a poverty-stricken Dundalk kid's rise to become the only racing driver the great Ayrton Senna ever
feared - and how it all went wrong from there. For a brief moment Tommy Byrne was arguably the world's greatest driver, the motor
racing equivalent of George Best and Muhammad Ali rolled into one - A racer, a thief, a raconteur.This is the story of his
improbable escape, his rapid rise and his spectacular and bizarre fall from grace. Peppered with dark humour and a cast of
ridiculous characters, it is the antithesis of a fairytale - and it's all true. Hold on tight, the tale of Tommy Byrne is quite a
ride - from fending for himself as the runt of a big Catholic litter in the '60s, running the gauntlet of the sectarian violence
in the '70s, troubling Ayrton Senna and making it to F1 in the '80s, resorting to drugs in the aftermath and driving for a deluded
billionaire madman and then gun-toting Mexicans in the '90s. It's raw, passionate, and - with Byrne's ability to tell it like it
is - not for the faint-hearted.
Since 1923, for one long weekend each year in the early summer, the eyes of the motor racing world have focused on a small town in
north-western France. It is a town whose name has become synonymous with the race that takes place annually on its outskirts. The
Grand Prix d'Endurance de Vingt-Quatre Heures du Mans, the 24 hours of Le Mans. Le Mans is a race where tactics and experience can
prove to be every bit as important as absolute speed - a contest which is never over until the flag finally falls on Sunday
afternoon, after 24 knife-edged hours of racing. After more than 3000 miles of racing, the winning margin has sometimes been as
little as 20 metres. This book presents the story of the race. Over 250 photographs, many previously unpublished, capture the
special atmosphere before, during and after the 24 hours of the competition. Through the text and interviews with key Le Mans
figures, including Jacky Ickx, Derek Bell and Stirling Moss, the author tells the full story of the races, the personalities, the
teams and the technology behind the greatest sports car race in the world.
Goodwood Festival of Speed
A celebration in words and pictures of the world’s biggest and most diverse classic motor sports event. Endorsed by the Goodwood Estate, edited by a leading authority on both classic and modern cars and featuring contributions from numerous celebrities.
Goodwood Festival of Speed is the official book on this unique occasion in the sporting calendar. Starting from informal beginnings in 1993 through to the record-breaking 11th anniversary meeting televised throughout Europe and America, the story captures the nostalgia and thrill of a much-loved extravaganza – where beautiful Alfa Romeos, thirties' American Streamliners and outrageous fifties' Cadillacs stand alongside World Championship winning Ferraris, fabulous racing bikes, and the latest expensive F1 machines. And where stars of the sport like Stirling Moss, John Surtees and David Coulthard chat with punters in the paddock and re-live the glories of a bygone era.
Topics covered in the book include the history and growth of the event; famous marques such as Jaguar, Mercedes, Porsche and Ferrari; great drivers – on two wheels and four – from Le Mans and Dragsters to F1 and classic bikes; commissioned articles from celebrity fans; and a comprehensive record of all meetings since 1993.
Featuring over 600 photographs – many exclusive to the Goodwood collection – and with contributions from a host of leading motor sport writers, fans from all over the world can indulge themselves in this key book on this most cherished occasion in sport.
A well known artist specialising in racing car subjects, the late Simon Owen's detailed, expertly executed work conveys the life, the
vibrancy, the essence and passion of motorsports and racing cars, like no other. Simon's work is a visual feast for lovers of automotive
art and motorsport. Over the last few years, Simon had worked on developing a series of stunningly detailed computer-generated digital
images, focussing on individual racing cars and their liveries. Seventy seven of these images have been compiled to create this extraordinary
book, and each is presented with a relevant quote from a legend of the motor racing world. Along with these beautiful and unique artworks,
this book represents a chance to gain a rare peek into the artist's working methods, revealing some of his developmental work and showing
how the digital images were constructed. A well known artist specialising in racing car subjects, the late Simon Owen's detailed, expertly
executed work conveys the life, the vibrancy, the essence and passion of motorsports and racing cars, like no other. Simon's work is a visual
feast for lovers of automotive art and motorsport. Over the last few years, Simon had worked on developing a series of stunningly detailed
computer-generated digital images, focussing on individual racing cars and their liveries. Seventy seven of these images have been compiled
to create this extraordinary book, and each is presented with a relevant quote from a legend of the motor racing world. Along with these
beautiful and unique artworks, this book represents a chance to gain a rare peek into the artist's working methods, revealing some of his
developmental work and showing how the digital images were constructed.
Motor Racing Circuits of Europe
Provides readers with a detailed study of some of Europe's most famous motor racing circuits. This title covers circuits such as:
Brooklands, Goodwood, Silverstone, Le Mans, Reims, Imola, Monza and Monaco/Monte Carlo Spa. It is illustrated with photographs,
drawings and detailed diagrams showing the development of the circuits over the years.
For the first time, the stories of every venue to host a Formula One World Championship race have been brought together with
bespoke digital maps of each track to create the ultimate guide to the circuits of F1. Written by award-winning journalist Maurice
Hamilton with a foreword from three-time World Champion Sir Jackie Stewart. The book explores all 71 circuits that have hosted a
Grand Prix, detailing each one’s history and heritage. It also includes contemporary photography and detailed maps created by
Collins, the world-leading publisher of maps and atlases.
Ford GT40 Owners' Workshop Manual
The Ford GT40 is one of the most famous of all sports racing cars. Built by Ford to challenge the supremacy of Ferrari at Le Mans,
the GT40 first raced in 1964, and went on to win Le Mans four times in a row, from 1966 to 1969. Here, in this new "Haynes Manual",
is a unique perspective on what it takes to own, restore and maintain a GT40, as well as an insight into the engineering and
construction of this legendary racing car.
This book catalogues all the circuit racing, hillclimb and sprint venues in the British Isles and presents summaries of their
histories, together with - for the many defunct places - details of what remains of interest to see today. Motorsport has thrived
on these islands for over 100 years and this outstanding book - a true labour of love - describes over 800 sites at which
competition activity has been traced and provides location information so that readers can discover and visit venues for themselves.
John Surtees: My Incredible Life on Two and Four Wheels
This book is a photographic memoir by the only man to have won World Championships on motorcycles and in cars. Winner of the
inaugural Royal Automobile Club Motoring Book of the Year, containing nearly 300 photographs from Surtees' own collection as well
as from the world's finest motorsport picture libraries, this major book presents a complete visual record of Surtees' life
accompanied by fascinating commentary written in collaboration with co-author Mike Nicks.
No other Hollywood star has been so closely linked with cars and bikes, from the 1968 Ford Mustang GT Fastback he drove in Bullitt
(in the greatest car chase of all time) to the Triumph motorcycle of The Great Escape. McQueen’s Machines gives readers a close up look at the
cars and motorcycles McQueen drove in movies, those he owned, and others he raced. With a foreword by Steve’s son, Chad McQueen, and a wealth
of details about the star’s racing career, stunt work and car and motorcycle collecting, McQueen’s Machines draws a fascinating picture of
one outsized man’s driving passion. Revised and updated from its original hardcover edition.
The Classic Motor Racing Circuits of Europe
This exciting new book provides readers with a detailed study of some of Europe's most famous motor racing circuits, bringing the history
of these spectacular venues to life. The circuits covered include Brooklands, Goodwood, Silverstone, Le Mans, Reims, Hockenheim,
Nurburgring, Imola, Monza and Monaco/Monte Carlo Spa. Covering everything from the history, origin and development of each track, to the
famous drivers who took to the tarmac and the amazing cars they drove in; both historic and contemporary, this is a must have read for
every motor racing fan. Other areas examined include significant events and famous races that took place at each site, as well as a brief
look at the many teams which performed there. Written by leading motor sport historian David Venables, this fantastic new book is a
celebration of these magnificent sporting venues and the exhilarating feast of men and machines which have entertained enthusiasts for
decades. Fully illustrated throughout with a variety of photographs, drawings and detailed diagrams showing the development of the
circuits over the years, this is the book that motor racing enthusiasts have been waiting for!
The great cars, drivers and races from the top motor-sporting nations form the theme of this spectacular new series of magnificently
illustrated volumes. Each country boasts its bloodlines, companies, engineers, executives and enthusiasts whose powerful competitive
spirit and dauntless courage drives them to dominate in motor racing. In this dramatic first volume, leading experts of British motor
racing reveal the amazing stories behind their successes and failures, the great classic endurance races and Grand Prix contests in
which they dominated or faced disaster. Motor racing, which has no equal in the ecstasy of victory and agony of defeat, comes vividly to
life in the colourful pages of these magnificent books. It took Britain a few years to get to grips with first-rank motor racing. Apart
from Sunbeam's Grand Prix success in the 1920s, it had to be content with the dramatic exploits of Bentley at Le Mans and in the next
decade with victories by MG, Austin, ERA, Aston Martin, Riley and Lagonda as well as star drivers Tim Birkin, Malcolm Campbell and
Richard Seaman. Only after World War II, as David Venables so dramatically portrays, did Britain get the hang of Formula 1 racing.
Once it did, there was no stopping British cars and drivers. Momentous breakthroughs came in the 1950s with Connaught, Vanwall and BRM,
followed by the rear-engined revolution led by Cooper and Lotus. Engines from Coventry Climax and then Cosworth sat behind great champions
including Stirling Moss, Mike Hawthorn, Jim Clark, Graham Hill, John Surtees and Jackie Stewart. Meanwhile Jaguar and Aston Martin flew
the Union Jack with pride at Le Mans. A reborn Donington joined Goodwood, Silverstone and Brands Hatch as the UK s classic tracks.
Thrusting teams like Williams, Tyrrell, McLaren and Brabham joined Lotus at the forefront of Grand Prix racing with the likes of James
Hunt, Damon Hill, Jenson Button and Lewis Hamilton at their wheels. British expertise even prevailed at Indianapolis with wins for Lotus,
Lola and March. Between these covers these men and their machines come colourfully to life in authoritative text, rare illustrations from
the world-renowned Ludvigsen Library and striking portraits of great racing cars specially commissioned for this book.
Race & Trackday Driving Techniques (Speedpro Series)
A complete reference and learning tool for people taking to the circuit in their cars, either for the first time or as a seasoned
campaigner. This book is designed to take the reader on a journey of discovery as you unlock the secrets of speed, from the basic
principles through to advanced techniques and individual circuit tricks. Designed with learning in mind, the book shows not only
what to do to go faster, but also why these techniques work. Exiting the corner the car dances on the edge of adhesion as it brushes
up against the dirt on the edge of the kerb. You are tough on the throttle and accelerating up the straight, there is no way you could
have made that corner any faster...or is there? Inside Race & Trackday Driving Techniques you will find all the secrets, skills and
methods that will see your lap times tumble. The book covers everything from the fundamental principles through to individual techniques
for specific corners, whilst also helping you analyse what you can do off the track to improve your performance when you are on it. You
will also discover why techniques work, to give you a greater understanding of the process of driving faster from why the Traction Circle
is only really relevant to the chassis engineer rather than the driver, through to why trail braking works on one corner and not another,
amongst many other principles. Also features a corner-by-corner guide to some of the UK's best circuits, and a Further skills section to
expand your performance driving repertoire with skills such as drifting and J-turns. Features: * Teaches skills from basics through to
advanced techniques of track driving * Covers all aspects of performance driving, including race techniques * Contains up-to-date circuit
guides * Techniques taught allow the student to progress on their own * Information suitable to all levels of experience * Clear and
detailed descriptions of why techniques work * Analyses mental preparation * Covers nutrition and fitness * Includes wet weather driving
techniques * Includes further skills such as drifting and J-turns
Derek Bell has become one of motor racing's 'national treasures'. He is best known as one of the world's finest ever endurance sports car
drivers, winning Le Mans five times and the Daytona 24 Hours three times, as well as numerous other significant sports car races. This
completely new and updated edition of his autobiography celebrates the superb motor racing career of one of Britain's most popular racing
drivers.
Motor Racing at Crystal Palace by Sam Collins
Crystal Palace, London's own circuit, has recently been found to be one of the oldest Motor Racing venues in the world -
this is its story. Focusing on the devlopment of the venue over the years and its untimely demise. Many rare and even
unseen photos are included. Features: The History of one of Britains oldest race circuits. Many rare / unseen
photographs. Coverage on the very early Meetings 1899 - 1902. Coverage of the final speed events 1997 - 2001.
Information on events that took place after the circuits closure. The circuit seen as it is today. Potential
future plans for the venue. A978-0857330888
much needed update on the tracks history. Written by a local enthusiast. List of
Events 1899 - 2001. (ISBN-10: 1904788343 - ISBN-13: 978-1904788348)
During the 1970s, Brands Hatch was the busiest motor racing circuit in the world. Using previously unpublished photographs
and on-the-spot accounts of events, this volume provides a personal view of the venue's events during its heyday and paints
an affectionate picture of British motor racing at its very best. An evocative look back at the unique Brighton Speed
Trials, first run in 1905. Captures the flavour and feel of one of Britain's oldest motor sports events. Over 150
previously unpublished photographs of cars and motorcycles chronicle the event from the 60s through to the mid-80s.
Hillclimbing & Sprinting - The Essential Manual by Phil Short
Hillclimbing & Sprinting collectively known as Speed Eventing is one of the most popular ways of getting into UK motor
sport. The events are accessible, straightforward & inexpensive, yet are held in an informal, friendly but competitive
atmosphere. Some 400 such events take place in the UK each year, with on average more than 100 competitors on each. This
book shows competitors how to get started and how to improve their skills, together with where to find the events and
detailed driving advice on the top courses. There is even advice on trailers do you need one? The authors have
interviewed a wide range of drivers, from the Clubman who drives to and from events, through mid-range competitors,
including a lady, a disabled driver and an octogenarian, right up to the current hillclimb champion, as well as some of
the many officials who make this sport possible. This title offers a veritable gold mine of information.
Murray Walker is a legend. In the fast-paced, action-packed and often ruthless world of motor sport he is a constant.
More famous than many of the drivers on whom he commentates, his knowledge and evident enthusiasm is a beacon for millions
of fans. Beautifully designed and packed with over 500 personal images, this is a revealing insight into Murray's life from
childhood to the present day.
Brands Hatch: The Definitive History of Britain's Best-loved Motor Racing Circuit by Chas Parker
This book features a foreword by Bernie Ecclestone. The Brands Hatch circuit in Kent is a motorsport mecca, and was once
the busiest motorsport venue in the world. Scene of many classic Formula One and sports car races, as well as numerous
other international, national and club events, the circuit is currently undergoing a renaissance under the ownership of
Jonathan Palmer's MotorSport Vision company. Here is the definitive history of Brands Hatch, featuring the events, cars,
motorcycles and characters that have made it Britain's best-loved motor racing circuit.
(ISBN-10: 1844253341
& ISBN-13: 978-1844253340 )
Graham Hill (1929-1975) is the only driver to have won motor racing's triple crown: the World Championship, the Indianapolis
500 and the Le Mans 24-Hour race. "The Graham Hill Scrapbook 1929-66" charts the rise of a motor-racing legend. It follows
Hill from his childhood, through his humble beginnings as an apprentice and unpaid mechanic, to the heights of World
Championship fame. This book concludes in 1966 with Hill's superb Indianapolis win. More than a biography, the "Graham Hill
Scrapbook" is a highly personal account of the courage and single-minded determination required to build a career in motor
racing. It is made all the more enjoyable by being permeated with Hill's great personal charm and beguiling sense of fun.
This beautifully designed and presented, large format work is entirely based upon Hill's personal scrapbooks, keep-sakes,
press-cuttings and recorded views of his life in racing. It is enriched throughout by Hill's own reminiscences, plus those
of his family, colleagues and friends. The work is written by Philip Porter, the Montagu Trophy-winning author of over
twenty-five books including the "Stirling Moss Scrapbook 1955" and "Jaguar Scrapbook".. (ISBN-10: 0955006864 & ISBN-13: 978-0955006869 )
Autodrome: The Lost Race Circuits of Europe by S.S. Collins
Around Europe lie a number of long forgotten monuments, windswept and abandoned, the derelict buildings and
crumbling tarmac are all that remain of once great motor racing circuits. From the great speed bowls of Monza and
Brooklands, to the parkland of Crystal Palace. All photographed as they are now, but remembered in their prime.
Nine of Europe's greatest abandoned circuits recalled and revisited;Previously forgotten events remembered;Track diagrams
help chart the history of the autodromes;Many unique and unpublished period photos, as well as program covers and event
posters;S.S.Collins' writing captures the spirit of these forgotten places;Photography by Gavin D.Ireland evokes the faded
glory of the 'lost circuits'. (ISBN-10: 1904788319 & ISBN-13: 978-1904788317)
This is a spectacular book guiding you through the circuits, roads and tracks that have helped shape more than a
century of motorsport. From the great road races of the Mille Miglia and the Targa Florio, to the gruelling hillclimb
of the legendary Pikes Peak in the heart of America - "Classic Motorsport Routes" guides you through some of the most
spectacular and legendary routes that you can drive today. Top motoring writer Richard Meaden of "Evo" magazine, takes
you through thirty evocative routes across four continents. You will discover breathtaking scenery including the majestic
Rocky Mountains in North America, to the haunting pine forests of Northern Europe, and the dusty, sun-baked villages of
Sicily. "Classic Motorsport Routes" is beautifully illustrated in full colour, with each route offering a detailed,
high-quality map. Including some of the great motor racing circuits of the past, all are now public roads, so there's
nothing to stop you getting out there and driving them yourself...
(ISBN:978-0-7495-5225-1)
On the Road: Driving Adventures, Pleasures and Discoveries by Peter Schindler
There are a million books about cars, but none about driving, until now: "On the Road" unashamedly
celebrates the pleasures of driving. "On the Road" is full of stunning photographs of magnificent roads,
breath-taking landscapes and people at one with their cars. The book is about driving experiences around
the world, told by a man who has had a life-long passion for driving. "On the Road" takes the reader on a
journey, discovering how beautiful and refreshing driving, and life, can be. (ISBN:988-98256-1-9)
Tony Weale is the specialist for the 7. He covers every aspect of restoration, tuning, engine
options and parts compatibility. Complete with all the necessary data on servicing schedules,
engine options and unit compatibility. Filled with over 250 illustrations and comprehensive
technical diagrams. A must for the owner! (ISBN:1-85532-153-X)
Lotus Seven by Jeremy Coulter
A history of the Lotus Seven, giving a flavour of the enthusiasm, excitement and humour associated
with this 'Legend in it's own Lifetime'. (ISBN:0-94798-171-3)
The official story of a unique British sports car. The fascinating story which traces the Seven's
birth, rebirth, development and international racing records. (ISBN:0-94798-197-7)
Racers for the Road by John Tipler
This book chronicles the saga of the Lotus Seven including the series 2 and 3 during the 1960s -
when it won fame in "The Prisoner" TV series. John Tipler shows how the various structural
components of the car are manufactured and interviews key figures in the Seven's evolution.
He also looks at the eventful history of the Seven in club racing and takes the reader through
the current UK racing scene. (ISBN:1-85223-858-5)
A guide to all the models of the Lotus and Caterham Seven, from 1957 to 2001. It presents a full
model listing for each of the cars, from the Lotus Seven S1 Ford, also known as 7F, through to the
Caterham Blackbird and Caterham Autosport 50th. It covers the specification and driving impressions
for each of the Lotus and Caterham Sevens, together with a guide to purchase and restoration, a
summary of the main developments and useful contacts. (ISBN:1-85960-848-5)
Motor Racing Circuits in England: Then & Now by Peter Swinger
From the earliest days of the internal combustion engine there has been an imperative to compete vehicles both in terms of speed
and endurance. Although the Formula One world championship is the pinnacle of motor sport, at a lesser level there is a vast
network of circuits at which competitive motor racing takes place every weekend from spring to autumn. In this book, Peter
Swinger has gathered together a fascinating selection of photographs and memorabilia to illustrate the changing face of
motorsport circuits in Britain from the earliest days of competitive motor racing at the start of the 20th century to the present
day. Many of the circuits, such as Brooklands, Silverstone, Brands Hatch and Donington Park, are amongst the best-known names
in sport and although some, such as Brooklands, are now but memories in sporting terms, other still draw enthusiasts through their
gates in huge numbers for car or bike racing. Fans of the country’s less well known motor racing venues will also not be disappointed
as smaller circuits such as Davidstow, Debden and Lulsgate are included in this book. For all those interested in motor racing, this
book is a fascinating portrait of the huge changes that have taken place in the sport since its earliest days a century ago as well as a
nostalgic look back at classic motor racing memories. (ISBN:0-7110-2796-X)
Speed cameras and traffic calming devices have forced drivers of high performance cars off the road and on to purpose-built
test tracks. This book explains how to get the best out of track days through skilled driving and careful car preparation.
Whether the driver is a track day virgin or a veteran, and whether he or she drives a standard road car or one fully prepared
to competition specification, they should find there is much to be learned within these pages. This includes how to prepare the
car - and oneself - for the first track day; how to optimise the seating position; how to choose and use safety equipment; what
can be done to improve the performance of the car; track day etiquette; and much more besides. (ISBN:1-899870598)
Going Faster! Mastering the Art of Race Driving from The Skip Barber Racing School
Going Faster! is the first book on race driving to do what none of the others can: it reveals the collective wisdom Skip
Barber Racing School instructors have accumulated over the past 25 years. It includes invaluable driver insights,
detailed diagrams and the latest techniques for race data analysis. It contains the fundamentals of the racing line,
corner-exit speed and braking; mastering car control for maximum speed; real-time data acquisition using the MRG/Skip
Barber Performance Monitor to show how the fastest drivers reduce lap times; accurate diagrams of real race tracks,
demonstrating the techniques used in real-world racing; in-depth analysis of the physical skills: pedal modulation, gear
changing, steering input, etc and how specific race cars handle, from Formula Dodge and Showroom Stock to Indy Cars,
including tyre choices, chassis adjustments and driving modifications. Going Faster! is the race-driving bible for the
active race driver, the racer-to-be, and the auto-racing fan who wants to learn what really makes the difference between
first and second place. (ISBN:0-8376-0226-9)
In his prophetic foreword to the Technique of Motor Racing, Fangio anticipates the importance Piero Taruffi’s book
would have been for a generation of new drivers. Trained as both a racing driver and an industrial engineer, Taruffi
provides a unique perspective on the art and science of motor racing. He drove for the works teams of Ferrari, Maserati,
Alfa Romeo, Mercedes-Benz, and others, in a career that spanned over 25 years and was crowned by his victory in the
1957 Mille Miglia. The Technique of Motor Racing was first published in 1959 and has become the standard by which
other driving texts are measured. (ISBN:0-8376-0228-9)
Motor Racing at Brands Hatch in the Seventies by Chas Parker
During the 1970s, Brands Hatch was the busiest motor racing circuit in the world. Using previously unpublished
photographs and on-the-spot accounts of events, this book provides a personal view of the venue's events
during its heyday, and paints an affectionate picture of British motor racing at its very best. It is the latest title
in the sporting nostalgia series "Those Were The Days...". A spectator's, rather than a competitor's view of Brands
Hatch, with personal reminiscences and anecdotes. It features a history of Brands Hatch racetrack during its heyday,
with atmospheric accounts of the main races of the period. All the photographs in the book are previously unpublished.
(ISBN:1-904788-06-8)
A celebration in words and pictures of the world’s biggest and most diverse classic motor sports event.
Featuring over 600 photographs -- many exclusive to the Goodwood collection -- and with contributions
from a host of leading motor sport writers (including an introduction by Murray Walker), fans from all
over the world can indulge themselves in this key book on this most cherished occasion in sport.
(ISBN:0-00718235-X)
Roadcraft is the handbook for police driver training and other advanced drivers concerned about safety. Roadcraft has
been designed to include current best practice in police driving and learning design. It has been prepared under the guidance
of a working group of experienced police driving instructors who have consulted widely with police and civilian experts.
Roadcraft is essential for any driver who wishes to improve their driving skills and safety record. It also provides a valuable
resource for driving instructors who wish to raise driving standards. (ISBN:0-11-340858-7)
(ISBN-13: 978-1785945144 & ISBN-10: 1785945149)
Jim Clark by David Tremayne
(ISBN-13: 978-1910505168)
(ISBN-13: 978-1907085864)
How not to be a professional racing driver
by Jason Plato
(ISBN-13: 978-0241404140)
(ISBN-13: 978-1787114395)
Go Like Hell by A J Baime
(ISBN-13: 978-0553818390)
(ISBN-13: 978-1471168451)
Total Competition: Lessons in strategy from
Formula One by Ross Brawn and Adam Parr
(ISBN-13: 978-1471162381)
(ISBN-13: 978-1849536547)
How to be an F1 driver by Jenson Button
(ISBN-13: 978-1788702614)
(ISBN-13: 978-0304359042)
Into the Red by Nick Mason & Mark Hales
(ISBN-13: 978-1852272258)
(ISBN-13: 978-3832769239)
The World's Fastest Place - Bonneville Land Speed Racing by Alexandra Lier
(ISBN-13: 978-3868286137)
(ISBN-13: 978-0753545454)
The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Extraordinary Automobiles by Giles Chapman
(ISBN-13: 978-1405336956)
(ISBN-13: 978-1858944142)
Strange but True Tales of Car Collecting by Keith Martin
(ISBN-13: 978-0760344002)
(ASIN: B000S34WTO)
Bruce McLaren: From the Cockpit
(ISBN-13: 978-1910505144)
(ISBN: 978-0008196806)
The Mechanic
(ISBN: 978-1787290006)
(ISBN: 978-1911600343)
Let Them Stare...Again!: Cars, travel and my
life into the new millennium...
Isle of Man TT: The Photographic History
(ISBN: 978-1780978727)
(ISBN: 978-0856409981)
Guy Martin: Worms to Catch
(ISBN: 978-0753545324)
(ISBN: 978-0753556672)
Guy Martin: My Autobiography
(ISBN: 978-0753555033)
(ISBN: 978-1509831937)
Tales from the Toolbox
(ISBN: 978-1845841997)
(ISBN: 978-1906850180)
Le Mans 24 Hours
(ISBN: 978-1852279714)
(ISBN: 978-0007182350)
Motor racing compositions 1908-2009
(ISBN: 978-1845846527)
(ISBN: 978-0711034815)
Grand Prix Circuits: Maps and Statistics from every
Formula 1 Track
(ISBN: 978-0008136604)
(ISBN: 978-0857331144)
Motorsport Explorer: Over 800 historic
locations to discover and visit in the British Isles
(ISBN: 978-1844256341)
(ISBN-10: 0992820928 - ISBN-13: 978-0992820923)
McQueen's Machines: The Cars and Bikes of a
Hollywood Icon
(ISBN-10: 0760338957 - ISBN-13: 978-0760338957)
(ISBN-10: 0711034818 ISBN-13: 978-0711034815)
Racing Colours: British Racing Green
(ISBN-10: 0711033323 - ISBN-13: 978-0711033320)
David Hornsey is an experienced racing driver and instructor, having competed in many series since first getting behind the wheel in 1995.
An MSA qualified instructor of motorsport since 1999, he has worked with many racing schools and manufacturers, including Porsche GB and
Ferrari Maserati (UK) Ltd., and is currently one of the small number of handpicked instructors working for Aston Martin on its world-wide
driving events team. He has also instructed track day and race drivers from club level through to Formula One.
(ISBN-10: 184584355X ISBN-13: 978-1845843557)
Derek Bell: My Racing Life
Derek Bell has written this book in collaboration with Alan Henry, one of motorsport's most respected journalists, and a long-time editor of Autocourse. Bell and Henry live in Florida and Essex respectively.
(ISBN-10: 0857330888 - ISBN-13: 978-0857330888)
Brighton National Speed Trials In the 1960's, 1970's and 1980's by Tony Gardiner
(ISBN-10: 1903706882 - ISBN-13: 978-1903706886)
(ISBN-10: 1845841034 - ISBN-13: 978-1845841034)
Murray Walker Scrapbook by Murray Walker & Philip Porter
(ISBN-10: 0955656451 & ISBN-13: 978-0955656453)
Graham Hill Scrapbook 1929-1966 by Phillip Porter
Classic Motorsport Routes by Richard Meaden
Restoration, Preparation, Maintenance by Tony Weale
Caterham Sevens by Chris Rees
The Magnificent 7 by Chris Rees
Track Day Driver's Guide by Art Markus
The Technique of Motor Racing by Piero Taruffi
Goodwood Festival of Speed by Richard Sutton
