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Commercial Cars Limited was the name of a new company set up in 1906 in south London to build a motor lorry, using what was then known as the Linley gearbox, which had degree of pre-selection in its use. The design was successful enough to require a...

Graham Robson is the doyen of writers on rallying. His new book joins his respected Works Triumphs and Works Escorts in our list. Here he tells of the story of Donald Healey's introduction of the cars of his own make into the world of rallying and...

Includes chassis integrity, geometry, ride height, camber, castor, kpi, springs, shockers, testing and adjustment.About the AuthorDes Hammill is a professional engineer with huge experience of building successful and reliable racing engines and solving...

Providing advice on how to find optimum timing for maximum power, this text aims to help readers to choose the right camshaft for their individual application. It applies to all four stroke car-type engines.About the AuthorDes Hammill is an engineer and...

Codenamed W460, the iconic Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen, with its boxy, square edged no frills look, set out to be Stuttgart's answer to the Range Rover. However, by going back to Gottlieb Daimler's premise of `Nothing but the best' it quickly took its place...

Since the early 2000s, the apparent explosion of interest in Volkswagens with original paint, rust and patina has inspired a generation of car fanatics, who might not be able to afford to restore a car to show condition, but still want a good looking,...

This is the first book to cover the little-known car production of the famous Birmingham Small Arms company (BSA). BSA had its roots in gun manufacture in Birmingham and then expanded to include bicycles, cars and motorcycles and the take-over of Daimler...

Wooden-bodied shooting brakes, station wagons and estate cars, collectively known as Woodies, were the original SUVs (sports utility vehicles). While they were initially created for a specific purpose, their versatility, adaptability and load-carrying...

The story of the Queensway and Kingsway road tunnels, together known as the Mersey Road Tunnels, is a story of progress and growth as the area around them developed and changed. No tunnel of comparable diameter had been built before, and nothing matched...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781642340532Author Lyle CumminsFormat PaperbackPage Count 368Imprint Octane PressPublisher Octane Press

Jewels in the Crown provides an analysis of Tata's acquisition of Jaguar and Land Rover in 2008, and subsequent transformation of their fortunes, written by an award-winning motoring writer. Ray Hutton goes behind the scenes to examine how Tata have not...

The Last Decade of British Trolleybuses in Colour covers the general demise of the British trolleybus from 1961 to 1972 when the last Bradford trolleybus entered the Thornbury Works for the final time on 26 March 1972. Gripped by a fascination of...

Whether your interest is police, fire, ambulance or associated emergency and rescue services, this fully illustrated book of nearly 200 images captures the 999 services of the west of England going about their daily business. Covering the region...

A collection of entertaining trivia about our favourite mode of transport. Did you know that the Hennessey Venom F5 is the world's fastest road car, with an official top speed of 301mph? That the Toyota Corolla is the best-selling car of all time? Or...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781854142603Author Ken BlackerFormat HardbackPage Count 208Imprint Capital Transport PublishingPublisher Capital Transport PublishingDimensions(mm) 284mm *...

Through appendices and diagrams, Car Suspension and Handling, 4th Edition outlines the purpose and history of vehicle suspension systems, while defining the basic parameters of suspension geometry. In addition, the book delves into human sensitivity to...

Emergency situations can occur without warning and in any condition - day or night, in fine or inclement weather. This book shows you what to do in the event of an accident, whatever the severity. Practical roadside first aid basics are addressed, as are...

Emergency situations can occur without warning and in any condition - day or night, in fine or inclement weather. This book shows you what to do in the event of an accident, whatever the severity. Practical roadside first aid basics are addressed, as are...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781903016725Author Paul ChancellorFormat PaperbackPage Count 60Imprint Trans-Pennine Publishing LtdPublisher Crecy PublishingWeight(grams)...

The story of today's Jeep Wrangler has an intriguing and unusual beginning, when the demands of the American army during the Second World War led to the production of a simple, yet multi-purpose, go-anywhere vehicle that could easily (and cheaply) be...

Researched and written with the full co-operation of the factory, here in definitive detail is the story of the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution (or 'Lan Evo') in its key role as a works rally car. Making its debut in 1993, it won the WRC title for its...

A beautifully illustrated history of the Leyland bus, one of the most important British buses of the twentieth century. With full production histories and technical specifications for all the major models, A History of the Leyland Bus also includes the...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781739845049Author Colin PittFormat PaperbackPage Count 80Imprint CP PressPublisher CP Press

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781780910970Author Jonathan WoodFormat PaperbackPage Count 224Imprint DB PublishingPublisher DB Publishing

This is an all-new book written by an expert on Midgets and Sprites and featuring photographs that have never been seen before. In this book, the author examines the original factory specification examples of the cars and compares them with those in...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781855202818Author Brooklands Books LtdFormat PaperbackPage Count 330Imprint Brooklands Books LtdPublisher Brooklands Books Ltd

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.About the AuthorMalcolm Bobbitt has been fascinated by the motor car since buying an Austin 7 before he was old enough to drive! After a career in the electricity industry,...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781999585372Author David StarkieFormat PaperbackPage Count 192Imprint Riverside Publishing Solutions LtdPublisher Riverside Publishing Solutions...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781907085536Author Serge VanbockryckFormat HardbackPage Count 320Imprint Porter Press InternationalPublisher Porter Press International

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781613250921Author Andy FinkbeinerFormat PaperbackPage Count 148Imprint CartechPublisher CartechWeight(grams) 358gDimensions(mm) 279mm * 216mm * 8mm

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781903016374Author Dr. Alan EarnshawFormat PaperbackPage Count 52Imprint Trans-Pennine Publishing LtdPublisher Crecy Publishing

The Only Route 66 Guidebook with a Fully Integrated App! Deviate from the norm, go a bit farther, and make your trip uniquely yours. Put discovery and wonder back into your travels. Roadtrippers Route 66 celebrates life's detours and on-the-road...

Following on from Cars & Curves Volume 1, Volume 2 gathers an exquisite selection of the best and rarest Porsche models, including the 908, 962, 718 Spyder, and Carrera Abarth, and follows them through awe-inspiring terrain. The action-packed photos,...

This latest title in the highly successful 'my cool' vehicle series covers the world of open top motoring. Cruising in a convertible car with the top down started out as an American summer tradition and for many drivers around the world there is nothing...

This latest title in the highly successful `my cool' vehicle series covers the world of open top motoring. Cruising in a convertible car with the top down started out as an American summer tradition and for many drivers around the world there is nothing...

A full colour guide to British radiator and accessory mascots of 1896 to 1960 compiled by two leading experts in the field. Packed with information and stunning pictures, this comprehensive guide is invaluable for collectors and enthusiasts. The...

What happens to a bus when it reaches the end of its life? It is a simple question and most people would assume that the bus would end up in a scrapyard, broken up for its valuable scrap metal content, but many buses have had long and fruitful lives...

Tatra - The Legacy of Hans Ledwinka is the story of the Tatra company, which originated in the Central European country of Czechoslovakia. It is a tale of great innovation and avant-garde design in automobile engineering. It is also the story of one man...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.About the AuthorTony Gardiner is a highly experienced professional illustrator, who has maintained a lifelong interest in motor sport, including club events, rallies, sprints and...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781908347121Author Chris SimsFormat PaperbackPage Count 64Imprint Nostalgia Road Publications LtdPublisher Crecy Publishing