Trucks, Titans, and Turmoil
The Dakar Rally has long been hailed as the world's toughest motorsport challenge - a brutal test of speed, endurance, and survival. But while the spotlight often shines on motorcycles and cars, there's another class of competitor that has rumbled through the dunes and into legend: the trucks.Trucks, Titans, and Turmoil is a vivid, full-throttle journey into the overlooked world of Dakar's behemoths - from the fire-breathing twin-engine DAFs of the 1980s to the modern biofuel-powered Kamaz juggernauts of today. With rich storytelling, mechanical deep-dives, and a cast of fearless drivers and grease-stained mechanics, this book explores the machines that carried not only parts and fuel, but ambition, desperation, and dreams across continents.Follow legends like Karel Loprais and Vladimir Chagin, discover how satellite telemetry and suspension geometry changed the game, and learn what happens to these trucks after their last stage - whether they end up in museums, mudflats, or collector garages. With chapters packed full of drama, crashes, rivalry, and resilience, this is the untold epic of the monsters of the desert.Whether you're a motorsport fanatic, an engineering enthusiast, or a newcomer hungry for adventure, Trucks, Titans, and Turmoil will take you deep into the diesel-scented heart of Dakar's forgotten giants.
London & North Eastern Railway 4-4-0 Tender Locomotives - North Eastern, North British, Great North of Scotland, L N E R
Covers the design, history, and performance of LNER 4-4-0 locomotives from their creation to the 1960s.This second volume on the LNER 4-4-0 locomotives describes the design, construction, history, operation and performance of the North Eastern, North British, Great North of Scotland and Gresley LNER built examples, classified by the LNER at the Grouping as classes, D17 - D24, D25 - D36, D38 - D48 and D49 respectively. It covers from their emergence in the late nineteenth century to their demise in the mid or late 1950s and early 1960s with their performance at their peak operation times, mainly in the inter-war years of LNER ownership.
English Electric Type 2 Bo-Bo 'Baby Deltic' Locomotives
Details the history, design, performance, and eventual decline of the British Railways Class 23 'Baby Deltics' locomotives.The British Railways 'Pilot Scheme' orders of 1955 included ten English Electric Type 2 diesel-electric locomotives deploying Napier 'Deltic' engines. These locomotives, more colloquially known as the 'Baby Deltics', were introduced into traffic during 1959 for use on the Eastern Region of British Railways. This book looks at the history of the Class 23s, making extensive use of available but previously unpublished archive material, covering their introduction, technical idiosyncrasies, appearance design and performance. Issues with the original 'Deltic' engines were ultimately dealt with via a major rehabilitation exercise during the 1963-65 period; whilst various re-engining options were considered, including a new 'U' series English Electric high-speed engine design, the original Napier engines were ultimately retained. The work involved in the whole rehabilitation process is discussed in detail using internal English Electric archive material and forms a central focus of research. The fleet survived intact until 1968, when withdrawal commenced as a direct result of declining traffic levels across the UK, with successive National Traction Plans progressively selecting the less successful, non-standard and 'numerically-challenged' classes for removal from traffic. All ten locomotives were withdrawn by March 1971. Individual locomotive histories, allocations, fire and accident incidents, liveries and detail differences, storage and disposals are provided for each locomotive.
A Visual History of Motorhomes
Explore over a century of motorhome evolution, from early designs to the modern leisure vehicle boom.Following on from Andrew's A Visual History of Caravans, this new title takes a look at the motorhome's heritage, spanning over 100 years. The motorhome is a popular leisure vehicle with an ever-growing demand in the UK as well as abroad. From the early designs often built by one-man bands, this book shows how the motorhome was to evolve in the 1920s but was to be outsold by the popularity of the touring caravan. Images from all decades are mainly from the author's own vast archives, while some have been loaned and supplied from motorhome industry personnel. These pictures demonstrate how the motorhome developed with the advent of smaller chassis cabs from the 1950s major manufacturers such as Bedford, Austin, Morris and Ford.Covering UK-brand motorhomes as well imported models, the book shows how different UK tastes were to the imported makes. Although not an A-Z of motorhomes book, the author has chosen images that represent as many manufacturers as possible. Andrew includes some rare images of coachbuilt motorhomes and shows how the motorhome boom began in the mid-1960s. With the further development of chassis cab designs in the 70s with brands such as Commer, Toyota and Leyland more manufacturers of motorhomes would emerge as the boom carried on.Caravan's International motorised division was re-named Autohomes, and became the biggest UK manufacturer of coachbuilt motorhomes, going on to also be built in Germany. Well-known maker Dormobile concentrated on campervans, though several coachbuilt motorhomes such as the classic-looking Debonair were produced. From those early days, A Visual History of Motorhomes will make interesting reading to motorhome users, showing how the leisure vehicle took shape.
Paddington to Birkenhead
Explores the fascinating history of the Great Western Railway route from London to Birkenhead, covering its diverse landscapes, competition with rivals, and legacy.One of the most diverse, complex and thus most interesting railway routes in the land. It set out as part of Brunel's Great Western Railway plan to cover the country in Broad Gauge tracks but, faced with competition from its great rival, the London and North Western Railway, the Broad Gauge never got beyond Wolverhampton and eventually succumbed to the four feet, eight and a half inches proponents. However, by then the GWR had established itself as the principal provider of passenger and freight trains between London and Birkenhead, on the west bank of the Mersey, facing, and on occasions, snarling at, the LNWR opposite. Its most powerful locomotives, the Kings, powered its expresses from 1927 until the end of steam as far as Birmingham and Wolverhampton, whilst Stanier Pacifics worked those between Euston and Liverpool Lime Street. The route passes through the manicured fields and hunting country of the Chilterns, then plunges into that was once the deeply industrial, polluted but still productive Black Country, before emerging into Shropshire, now essentially rural but where the Industrial Revolution may be said to have originated. As the line approaches the important junction of picturesque Shrewsbury, possessor of a station built out over the River Severn and the largest traditionally worked signal box in the world, the Welsh mountains appear on the western horizon. The line then enters the Principality before returning to England at Chester, and the final stretch, along the banks of the Mersey, to journey's end.
A History of Kepstowe Freight Services Ltd.
Documents British hauliers' adventures through the Soviet Union, detailing challenges, corruption, and change.The long-haul overland run to the old Soviet Union, prior to Perestroika, Glasnost and the collapse of communism under Gorbachov back in the 1980s and 90s, has never really been documented in a book. Other than an occasional tale of the difficulties involved verbalised in pub conversations, and passed by word of mouth to those who might be interested enough to listen, it would never see the light of day.This tome is an excellent attempt by the author, Mat Ireland, to put that lack of the written word to rights.There have been a numerous books published about the 'Golden Era' of overland haulage to the Middle East. But while that particular adventure was taking place, there were other 'frontiers' being quietly breached and explored by hauliers pursuing a different market.This book is the story of just such a transport company, Kepstowe Freight.Sometimes known as the 'alternative Middle East', the overland routes into the old Soviet Union have never had their story recorded in print, yet they were just as gruelling on the driver and machine as any trips to the Arabian Peninsula or Iran. Whereas most people's perception of the Middle East is all sunshine and sand, the same people's perception of Russia is often all snow and freezing temperatures. Of course, neither picture is the total truth and the overbearing heat, arid climes and loneliness of the central Russian steppes could easily rival the desertification of Syria and Iraq.Kepstowe Freight was one of the British companies pioneering these early journeys behind the Iron Curtain into the 'dark, scary' world of Soviet Union communism.Featuring mostly previously unseen photographs, A History of Kepstowe Freight Services Ltd repeats drivers' recollections about their escapades and adventures into a land rarely visited by western society, and their attempts at dealing with the inherent corruption, horrendous roads and unpredictable weather along the way. It goes on to show how exponentially rapidly the country changed after its 1990 collapse, with the accompanying culture shock to the populace and especially to the transport system.
G T 3 the Unrealised Dream
Tells the story of John Hughes' persistent efforts to develop gas turbine locomotives, culminating in the creation of the GT3.During the 1930s, with the end of steam locomotion being actively considered, many looked to develop engines powered by diesel and electricity. But for the coming of war in 1939, and the acute recession that followed, much more might have been accomplished. Nevertheless, the die had been cast and during the late 1940s and 1950s designers stepped up their efforts to find efficient and effective alternatives to steam. Amongst their number was John Hughes who, whilst working for English Electric designing turbine engines, saw how this power source might be used to drive locomotives. In part he was encouraged in these endeavours by William Stanier's 1935 introduced Pacific 'Turbomotive' and wished to continue this experiment and exploit its potential more fully.For some the development of diesel and electric engines was the only logical course to take, but not Hughes who doggedly pursued his dream of seeing gas turbine engines dominating Britain's railway network. Despite many setbacks, and lack of funds, he refused to give up and eventually saw his locomotive, GT3, built and then begin a prolonged period of trial running. But having finally achieved this ambition, the powers that be decided that the experiment had gone far enough and would go no further, much to Hughes' anger and frustration.This is a 'what might have been story' which, although ultimately unsuccessful, tells us much about the nature of design engineering and the need for determined, radical thinkers who are prepared to push back scientific boundaries. In this case GT3 came close to being the first of a type of engine that might have changed the direction Britain's railways took as steam came to an end. As such it is a near miss worthy of remembrance.To aid this work Hughes left a unique archive of documents, drawings and photos, in public and private hands, to help us understand the nature of his work and what drove him on despite the long odds he faced.
Big Rig Blitz
In the roaring world of truck racing, power meets pageantry in an unforgettable spectacle of speed, noise, and nerve.Big Rig Blitz: Truck Racing's Loudest Circus is the definitive history of how Europe's most improbable motorsport - 5,000-kilogram diesel giants battling for supremacy - evolved from chaotic exhibitions into a fiercely competitive championship beloved by millions.From the misty grids of Brands Hatch in the 1970s to the packed grandstands of N羹rburgring and Jarama, this immersive book chronicles the drivers, machines, rivalries, politics, and innovations that shaped the sport. Meet the fearless legends who tamed turbocharged beasts, the privateers who toppled factory giants, and the engineers who transformed lumbering freightliners into agile racing monsters.With vivid race-day storytelling, insider technical insights, and a deep love for the culture of truck racing, Big Rig Blitz captures the thunder, the grit, and the unlikely triumphs that made this circus louder - and prouder - than anything else on wheels.Whether you're a motorsport aficionado or discovering truck racing for the first time, this is the ultimate ride through the diesel-fuelled world where bigger is always better, and louder is simply perfect.
Muscle Car Reborn
Between 2005 and 2025, American muscle cars staged a comeback no one saw coming. In an era dominated by efficiency and technology, Ford, Chevrolet, and Dodge reignited the spirit of horsepower, rebellion, and roaring V8 thunder. Muscle Car Reborn: Detroit's Second Coming tells the thrilling story of how the Mustang, Camaro, and Challenger returned to dominate streets, race tracks, and popular culture - and how they fought to survive the rising tide of electrification.This is not just a history of cars, but a story of the people, rivalries, engineering marvels, and internet-fuelled fan cultures that propelled a new golden age. From the Hellcat's insane 707 horsepower launch to the Mustang Mach-E's controversial debut, from viral drag races to collector auctions fetching six figures, this book chronicles every twist and turn of modern muscle's 20-year resurrection.With vivid storytelling, technical insights, and cultural commentary, Muscle Car Reborn captures the passion and innovation that kept the muscle car dream alive - and offers a glimpse into how it might evolve in the electric future.
Alfa Romeo
From the feverish workshops of early twentieth-century Milan to the software-defined electric dreamscapes of the 2020s, Alfa Romeo: A Century of Speed, Style and Spirit is the definitive chronicle of one of the world's most beloved automotive marques. Blending narrative history with vivid technical insight, this sweeping work traces Alfa's journey through engineering triumphs, racing glory, industrial crises, and stunning design revolutions.Each chapter spotlights the iconic models-the 6C 1750, 8C 2900, Giulia Quadrifoglio, and beyond-that encapsulated their eras, while weaving in the corporate dramas, motorsport legends, and cultural milestones that shaped the brand's unique destiny. From the founding visions of Merosi and Jano to the modern rebirth under Stellantis, Alfa Romeo's enduring spirit is brought to life with passion and precision.Whether it's a Spider Duetto streaking across the silver screen, a TZ2 carving a racing line through the Targa Florio, or a 2025 Stelvio EV whispering into a new age, Alfa has never stopped capturing imaginations. For lifelong alfisti and newcomers alike, this richly detailed book is an exhilarating ride through a century-and beyond-of Italian automotive excellence.
Driven to Perfection
For over a century, BMW has crafted more than machines - it has built a legend.Driven to Perfection traces the remarkable evolution of Bayerische Motoren Werke from a fledgling aircraft engine company to a global force in luxury, performance, and culture. Across 25 vivid chapters, this richly detailed narrative dives into iconic models, landmark engineering breakthroughs, motorsport triumphs, and bold corporate gambits, culminating in BMW's daring electric future.From the elegant 328 roadster that dominated prewar racing, to the Neue Klasse sedans that saved the company, through the raw excitement of the M Division's masterpieces and the electric revolution led by the Vision Neue Klasse, this is the definitive story of a brand that never stopped evolving.Blending technical depth, business drama, and cultural insight, Driven to Perfection captures BMW's quest to deliver the Ultimate Driving Machine across generations - and to redefine mobility itself in the twenty-first century.Perfect for car enthusiasts, historians, and anyone fascinated by innovation and design, this book is a high-octane celebration of BMW's enduring legacy.
Six Stars Across the Sky
Subaru is a name that conjures images of rugged all-wheel-drive wagons, thrilling rally victories, and loyal adventurers carving paths across mountains, deserts, and snowy landscapes. Six Stars Across the Sky chronicles the full arc of Subaru's remarkable journey-from the postwar factories of Japan to the forefront of 21st-century electrification.Across 30 richly detailed chapters, this definitive history traces how Subaru's engineers, racers, and executives navigated industrial upheaval, motorsport triumphs, and seismic shifts in global markets. From the humble 360 and rally-dominating Impreza WRX to the trail-taming Wilderness editions and the all-electric Solterra, the book weaves together technical innovation, business strategy, and the culture that shaped a fiercely devoted following.With vivid storytelling, deep engineering insight, and a keen eye on the brand's future, Six Stars Across the Sky is the ultimate portrait of Subaru: a company small in size, yet vast in spirit, forever guided by the six stars of its iconic badge.
Vorsprung
From a rebellious engineer in Kaiser-era Germany to a silicon-smart contender on the 2026 Formula 1 grid, Vorsprung traces 125 years of Audi with the verve of a turbo spool and the precision of a CNC mill. It opens in brass-era Zwickau, where August Horch coins "Audi" in Latin, and closes in carbon-negative factories humming with solid-state batteries. Along the way you'll witness snow-flung quattro rallies, Bauhaus design revolutions, Dieselgate reckonings and electric‐desert triumphs at Dakar.Every chapter marries narrative drama with engineering clarity. Board-room battles unfold beside exploded-view breakdowns of five-cylinder turbos; Le Mans night stints segue into thermodynamic deep-dives on FSI injection. Vivid anecdotes-Michele Mouton spraying champagne in Sanremo, Tom Kristensen chasing dawn at Le Sarthe, Carlos Sainz surfing dunes in a series-hybrid buggy-bring life to torque curves and CAD drawings. Exclusive interviews with designers, racers and sustainability chiefs reveal the thinking behind aluminium space frames, sphere concepts and Mission: Zero carbon plans.Illustrated by a curated gallery of landmark models and anchored in rigorous sourcing, Vorsprung is both a gear-head's feast and a strategist's case study. Whether you're drawn to roaring V16 Silver Arrows, whisper-quiet e-trons or the algorithms steering tomorrow's robo-taxis, this book shows how Audi keeps its rings shining in an era where speed, software and sustainability must coexist.
Muscle Car Reborn
Between 2005 and 2025, American muscle cars staged a comeback no one saw coming. In an era dominated by efficiency and technology, Ford, Chevrolet, and Dodge reignited the spirit of horsepower, rebellion, and roaring V8 thunder. Muscle Car Reborn: Detroit's Second Coming tells the thrilling story of how the Mustang, Camaro, and Challenger returned to dominate streets, race tracks, and popular culture - and how they fought to survive the rising tide of electrification.This is not just a history of cars, but a story of the people, rivalries, engineering marvels, and internet-fuelled fan cultures that propelled a new golden age. From the Hellcat's insane 707 horsepower launch to the Mustang Mach-E's controversial debut, from viral drag races to collector auctions fetching six figures, this book chronicles every twist and turn of modern muscle's 20-year resurrection.With vivid storytelling, technical insights, and cultural commentary, Muscle Car Reborn captures the passion and innovation that kept the muscle car dream alive - and offers a glimpse into how it might evolve in the electric future.
Driven to Perfection
For over a century, BMW has crafted more than machines - it has built a legend.Driven to Perfection traces the remarkable evolution of Bayerische Motoren Werke from a fledgling aircraft engine company to a global force in luxury, performance, and culture. Across 25 vivid chapters, this richly detailed narrative dives into iconic models, landmark engineering breakthroughs, motorsport triumphs, and bold corporate gambits, culminating in BMW's daring electric future.From the elegant 328 roadster that dominated prewar racing, to the Neue Klasse sedans that saved the company, through the raw excitement of the M Division's masterpieces and the electric revolution led by the Vision Neue Klasse, this is the definitive story of a brand that never stopped evolving.Blending technical depth, business drama, and cultural insight, Driven to Perfection captures BMW's quest to deliver the Ultimate Driving Machine across generations - and to redefine mobility itself in the twenty-first century.Perfect for car enthusiasts, historians, and anyone fascinated by innovation and design, this book is a high-octane celebration of BMW's enduring legacy.
Six Stars Across the Sky
Subaru is a name that conjures images of rugged all-wheel-drive wagons, thrilling rally victories, and loyal adventurers carving paths across mountains, deserts, and snowy landscapes. Six Stars Across the Sky chronicles the full arc of Subaru's remarkable journey-from the postwar factories of Japan to the forefront of 21st-century electrification.Across 30 richly detailed chapters, this definitive history traces how Subaru's engineers, racers, and executives navigated industrial upheaval, motorsport triumphs, and seismic shifts in global markets. From the humble 360 and rally-dominating Impreza WRX to the trail-taming Wilderness editions and the all-electric Solterra, the book weaves together technical innovation, business strategy, and the culture that shaped a fiercely devoted following.With vivid storytelling, deep engineering insight, and a keen eye on the brand's future, Six Stars Across the Sky is the ultimate portrait of Subaru: a company small in size, yet vast in spirit, forever guided by the six stars of its iconic badge.
Alfa Romeo
From the feverish workshops of early twentieth-century Milan to the software-defined electric dreamscapes of the 2020s, Alfa Romeo: A Century of Speed, Style and Spirit is the definitive chronicle of one of the world's most beloved automotive marques. Blending narrative history with vivid technical insight, this sweeping work traces Alfa's journey through engineering triumphs, racing glory, industrial crises, and stunning design revolutions.Each chapter spotlights the iconic models-the 6C 1750, 8C 2900, Giulia Quadrifoglio, and beyond-that encapsulated their eras, while weaving in the corporate dramas, motorsport legends, and cultural milestones that shaped the brand's unique destiny. From the founding visions of Merosi and Jano to the modern rebirth under Stellantis, Alfa Romeo's enduring spirit is brought to life with passion and precision.Whether it's a Spider Duetto streaking across the silver screen, a TZ2 carving a racing line through the Targa Florio, or a 2025 Stelvio EV whispering into a new age, Alfa has never stopped capturing imaginations. For lifelong alfisti and newcomers alike, this richly detailed book is an exhilarating ride through a century-and beyond-of Italian automotive excellence.
Porsche
Porsche: The Legend on Wheels takes readers on an exhilarating journey through the storied history of Porsche's road cars, from the humble beginnings of the 356 to the high-performance machines of the 21st century. This meticulously researched and engaging narrative delves into the engineering marvels, cultural impact, and iconic designs that have made Porsche synonymous with speed, precision, and innovation. Spanning over seven decades, this book covers not only the milestones of Porsche's legendary models such as the 911, the Boxster, and the Cayenne, but also highlights the brand's evolution in motorsports, technology, and global markets.Featuring in-depth profiles of Porsche's most iconic cars, detailed accounts of the company's history, and insights into its marketing strategies, Porsche: The Legend on Wheels is a must-read for enthusiasts, collectors, and anyone fascinated by the intersection of luxury, engineering, and performance. From groundbreaking technological advancements like hybrid powertrains and e-fuels to the future of Porsche in an electric world, this book is a testament to the brand's unwavering commitment to innovation while preserving the emotional core of driving.
Truck It!
The open road. It called to me, a siren song of freedom and adventure. It promised escape from the confines of a predictable life, a chance to see the country, to meet new people, and to forge my own path. It wasn't a glamorous vision, not exactly. I knew from the start that life on the road wouldn't be easy. But there was a certain allure, a mystique about the life of a trucker, a blend of independence and responsibility that captivated me. The reality, however, proved to be far more complex and nuanced than any romanticized notion. What followed was a relentless journey of self-discovery, a test of endurance, a baptism by fire on the asphalt ribbons that crisscross the United States. This book is my attempt to capture the essence of that journey, to convey the myriad of experiences, emotions, and challenges that defined my years behind the wheel.
Porsche
Porsche: The Legend on Wheels takes readers on an exhilarating journey through the storied history of Porsche's road cars, from the humble beginnings of the 356 to the high-performance machines of the 21st century. This meticulously researched and engaging narrative delves into the engineering marvels, cultural impact, and iconic designs that have made Porsche synonymous with speed, precision, and innovation. Spanning over seven decades, this book covers not only the milestones of Porsche's legendary models such as the 911, the Boxster, and the Cayenne, but also highlights the brand's evolution in motorsports, technology, and global markets.Featuring in-depth profiles of Porsche's most iconic cars, detailed accounts of the company's history, and insights into its marketing strategies, Porsche: The Legend on Wheels is a must-read for enthusiasts, collectors, and anyone fascinated by the intersection of luxury, engineering, and performance. From groundbreaking technological advancements like hybrid powertrains and e-fuels to the future of Porsche in an electric world, this book is a testament to the brand's unwavering commitment to innovation while preserving the emotional core of driving.
Railway Transport and Engineering - A Comprehensive Guide
Railway Transport and Engineering - A Comprehensive Guide provides an authoritative and forward-looking overview of the latest railway technology, infrastructure, and engineering advancements. With contributions from leading experts in the field, this book explores a wide range of topics critical to the development of modern railway systems. Key themes include the challenges and solutions associated with advanced thermal management in railway systems, the development of maglev transportation, and the application of recycled materials to enhance seismic resilience. Moreover, the volume addresses vital environmental concerns, such as integrating wildlife corridors into urban railway networks, and offers innovative approaches to addressing the wear and tear of wheels and rails. Designed for engineers, researchers, and policymakers, this book is a comprehensive resource for understanding the evolving landscape of railway transport. Its multidisciplinary approach provides a detailed examination of both current practices and future trends, making it an essential reference for anyone involved in the design, operation, and management of railway systems.
McLaren
From Bruce McLaren's dream of a road-going Can-Am car to the boundary-pushing electrification of the Artura, McLaren: The Road Car Revolution tells the complete story of how one of motorsport's most storied names built a parallel legacy on the road. This definitive narrative history explores every major model, innovation, and milestone in McLaren Automotive's evolution-from the legendary F1 to the hybrid hypercars of the 21st century.Across 25 deeply researched and engaging chapters, the book traces McLaren's transformation from niche racing team to supercar manufacturer, covering engineering breakthroughs, business dramas, design philosophy, customer experience, and cultural impact. Packed with technical insight, vivid storytelling, and a collector's passion, it's an essential read for anyone fascinated by cutting-edge performance, precision craftsmanship, and the relentless pursuit of speed.
Transit Tourism
In Transit Tourism: The Iconic Art and Design of 22 Subway Systems around the World, readers embark on a visual journey through the world's bustling subway systems, where each station tells a story of its city's soul. From the ornate elegance of Moscow's stations to the sleek minimalism of Tokyo's, this illustrated collection of travel essays explores 22 urban metros, revealing how their architecture, art, and design reflect the unique character and culture of each metropolis. Whether urban explorers, design aficionados, or simply curious about the hidden narratives beneath our cities, readers will encounter a fresh perspective on the subterranean worlds that shape our urban landscapes. Key Features: Visual culture showcase: Explore architecture, art installations, and graphic design. Unique book design: Each chapter mimics a subway line, with color-coded sections and Museo typeface inspired by timetable brochures. Entertaining narrative: Travel essays written from a tour guide's viewpoint for a passenger's perspective, blending humor and observation. Global scope: Covers major systems in North America, Europe, and Asia, appealing to travelers and urban enthusiasts alike. Subway system ratings: Each chapter concludes with a unique token ranking system, evaluating subway systems on convenience, design quality, and personality, providing readers with an assessment for planning their transit adventures. Uncover the fascinating stories beneath your feet with Transit Tourism: The Iconic Art and Design of 22 Subway Systems around the World, a captivating exploration of how subways shape and define the cities we love.
Crossrail
When the long-held ambition of building a new railway across London finally received the go-ahead in 2008, Britain embarked on a project the likes of which it had never seen before. Vast stations and huge tunnels would be constructed through and under the centre of the capital and all with minimal disruption to the flow of everyday life.As Europe's largest rail project at the time the scale of the engineering was jaw-dropping. Yet it was the railway systems and other clever technology needed to knit together the new infrastructure that would prove crucial to completing this multi-billion pound enterprise.'Crossrail: How the Elizabeth line was built' is the full story of this era-defining rail programme, written by journalist Dan Harvey who had unrivalled access to the people and places that were key to the project's development. The book details everything from the planning, funding and approvals process through to construction, fit out and opening with fascinating insights into the tunnels, stations, system operators and trains that together form today's Elizabeth line.As well as faithfully recounting how Crossrail came into existence Dan also considers the challenges faced by the programme, the future for the Elizabeth line, and what metro rail projects today can learn from the experience of Crossrail.
Made in China? The Future of the Global Car
In the next decade, the question of who builds our cars will no longer be answered solely by brand loyalty or horsepower. Made in China? The Future of the Global Car is a compelling, deeply researched, and narrative-driven journey into the past, present, and future of the global automotive industry-with a sharp focus on China's meteoric rise. Spanning over a century of car manufacturing history, this book explores how Japan, the U.S., Korea, and Europe shaped the automotive world-and how China, with state-driven ambition, massive EV production, and a grip on key resources, is now poised to redefine it.Through vivid chapters on industrial giants, political rivalries, technological revolutions, and cultural resistance, this book poses the ultimate question: will your next car be made in China? Or will the world push back, fragment, and re-localize production in a post-global era?Blending geopolitical insight, economic analysis, and rich storytelling, this is a must-read for automotive enthusiasts, industry professionals, and curious readers trying to understand where the road is taking us next.
How to Build a High-Performance Mazda Miata MX-5, 2nd Edition
Build the Miata of your dreams with this all-encompassing, photo-illustrated modification guide. Across four generations and for more than three decades, Mazda's Miata MX-5 has proven itself one of the most popular and versatile sports cars ever created. Its ability to fulfill any goal from street cruising to on-track competition has spawned an extensive performance aftermarket, making it possible for owners to build their dream Miata. In fact, the selection of parts is so broad that it can be difficult for many would-be builders to select and tune the proper combination to achieve their MX-5 goals. Enter author, MX-5 expert, and Flyin' Miata co-owner Keith Tanner and How to Build a High-Performance Mazda Miata MX-5. This thorough manual--revised and updated throughout to cover the fourth-generation Miata--will guide you through how to best modify your car to suit your goals. Key chapters in the book cover: Engine management systems, intake/exhaust, and forced inductionClutch and transmissionSuspension and handlingBraking, wheels, and tiresBody and chassisEngine swapsBeginning with a modification philosophy, Tanner then discusses which upgrades will help you reach your goals and how to tune your MX-5 to maximize its potential. From cross-country touring to autocross to track racing, the Miata can do it all and How to Build a High-Performance Mazda Miata MX-5 ensures you know how to make it happen!
Build a Campervan
The ultimate 'Build Your Own Camper' tutorial. With tips, tricks, and personal stories from experienced experts. Campervans come in different forms. Some are full to the brim with furniture, equipment, tools and everything else you may need for a life on the road. Others are blindingly simple, with next to nothing inside. Some look homemade, like a cozy burrow or hobbit hole. Others stand on the cutting edge, utilizing composite materials and insulation developed by NASA. Whatever campervan you dream of owning, this book will give you the practical knowledge and inspiration to make it a reality. It also tells the stories of people who have gone through the whole process and makes you aware of the do's and don'ts along the way. You'll find, as author Calum Creasey, owner of conversion company Onwards Adventure Vehicles, puts it: 'There are few things that, when built by your own hands, hold the power to alter your life as much as a campervan.'
Canada’s Main Street
Much has been written about the Canadian Pacific Railway, the first major transportation network that bound Canada coast to coast, but almost nothing about The Trans-Canada Highway, even though more people use it regularly, it's at least as vital to the nation's business, and its story is every bit as fascinating as the CPR's. Prior to the Second World War, only an adventurer would have driven cross-country on Canada's haphazard network of highways, gravel roads, single lanes paths, open fields, and ferries. An act of Parliament in 1949 kicked off the ambitious building of a modern two-lane coast-to-coast highway. Stretching from Victoria to St. John's and winding through the diverse cultures, landscapes, and history of all ten provinces, the Trans-Canada opened in 1960 and has been a centerpiece of the Canadian experience ever since--the route of countless road trips, holidays, migrations, and, of course, Terry Fox's magnificent Marathon of Hope. Now, for the first time, Craig Baird, host of Canadian History Ehx, the number one history podcast in Canada, tells the epic story of the Trans-Canada from conception to completion. Canada's Main Street is an absorbing tale of the political intrigue, budgetary disasters, and heroic innovation that created our 7000-kilometre national lifeline.
