A photo essay about the history, development, and impact of automobiles from horseless carriages and Model T Fords to today's high-performance racing cars; featuring detailed cutaway photos showing how the moving parts of a car work.

"Introduces various types of cars, including everyday cars, sports cars, and super cars, and how they are used"--Provided by publisher.

Describes fourteen of the fastest race cars in the world and how it feels to drive them.

"In very simple language and photographs, describes race cars. Includes quizzes and games"--Provided by publisher.