Author: Bill Center
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
ISBN: 9780061051753
Category : Taurus automobile
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
From street to roadway, NASCAR Ford Taurus showcases the incredible 250-day evolution of NASCAR's hotiest stock car, the Ford Taurus, along with Ford's rich racing history in the NASCAR Winston Cup Series. Fast-paced and twenty, the book goes behind the scenes to reveal the monumental efforts a Ford which lead to the highly successful debut of the Taurus. From the late-night creative sessions conducted by the technology team, to the nail-biting last runs. The return to the drawing boards, and the ultimate elation of the team with the tremendous success of the Taurus on the race track.
Ford Taurus in NASCAR
Author: Bill Center
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
ISBN: 9780061051753
Category : Taurus automobile
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
From street to roadway, NASCAR Ford Taurus showcases the incredible 250-day evolution of NASCAR's hotiest stock car, the Ford Taurus, along with Ford's rich racing history in the NASCAR Winston Cup Series. Fast-paced and twenty, the book goes behind the scenes to reveal the monumental efforts a Ford which lead to the highly successful debut of the Taurus. From the late-night creative sessions conducted by the technology team, to the nail-biting last runs. The return to the drawing boards, and the ultimate elation of the team with the tremendous success of the Taurus on the race track.
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
ISBN: 9780061051753
Category : Taurus automobile
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
From street to roadway, NASCAR Ford Taurus showcases the incredible 250-day evolution of NASCAR's hotiest stock car, the Ford Taurus, along with Ford's rich racing history in the NASCAR Winston Cup Series. Fast-paced and twenty, the book goes behind the scenes to reveal the monumental efforts a Ford which lead to the highly successful debut of the Taurus. From the late-night creative sessions conducted by the technology team, to the nail-biting last runs. The return to the drawing boards, and the ultimate elation of the team with the tremendous success of the Taurus on the race track.
NASCAR Ford Taurus
Author: Bill Burt
Publisher: Specialty Press (MN)
ISBN: 9781580070775
Category : Automobile repair shops
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
8 1/2 x 11. 250 b&w photosNASCAR is more popular in America than any racing series has ever been, and leading the way within the NASCAR ranks is the Ford Taurus.The Taurus is one of the best-selling cars in the U.S., but the street version bears little resemblance to the Taurus that races on Sundays. The racing Taurus is the result of Ford and NASCAR working together to create a two-door version that would comply with NASCAR rules. It is campaigned by legendary drivers such as Dale Jarrett, Mark Martin, Ricky Rudd, Jeff Burton, and 2003 series champion Matt Kenseth.This book explains in technical detail all the nuances and differences between the street version and race version, including the chassis and roll cage, the suspension, steering and brakes, the engine and drive train, engine support systems, and the interior and body. The new RaceCarTech Series of books features a level of very useful technical detail sought not only by the enthusiast, but also by the model car builder. Detailed photos and accurately scaled shots provide a resource not found anywhere else. 70 percent of plastic model kit sales in the US are cars, and the majority of those are race car models. The RaceCarTech series is a long-awaited resource for model car builders.
Publisher: Specialty Press (MN)
ISBN: 9781580070775
Category : Automobile repair shops
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
8 1/2 x 11. 250 b&w photosNASCAR is more popular in America than any racing series has ever been, and leading the way within the NASCAR ranks is the Ford Taurus.The Taurus is one of the best-selling cars in the U.S., but the street version bears little resemblance to the Taurus that races on Sundays. The racing Taurus is the result of Ford and NASCAR working together to create a two-door version that would comply with NASCAR rules. It is campaigned by legendary drivers such as Dale Jarrett, Mark Martin, Ricky Rudd, Jeff Burton, and 2003 series champion Matt Kenseth.This book explains in technical detail all the nuances and differences between the street version and race version, including the chassis and roll cage, the suspension, steering and brakes, the engine and drive train, engine support systems, and the interior and body. The new RaceCarTech Series of books features a level of very useful technical detail sought not only by the enthusiast, but also by the model car builder. Detailed photos and accurately scaled shots provide a resource not found anywhere else. 70 percent of plastic model kit sales in the US are cars, and the majority of those are race car models. The RaceCarTech series is a long-awaited resource for model car builders.
Men and Speed
Author: G. Wayne Miller
Publisher: Public Affairs
ISBN: 0786751983
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 374
Book Description
What is it that makes a man strap himself into an automobile and drive it hundreds of laps around a track at speeds surpassing 200 miles per hour? Critically acclaimed journalist G. Wayne Miller decided to find out by spending a year on the NASCAR circuit with Roush Racing's legendary owner Jack Roush and his four title-contending Winston Cup drivers: Mark Martin, Jeff Burton, Matt Kenseth, and Kurt Busch. Miller plumbs the allure of speed and the exploding popularity of stock-car racing through the dramatic 2001 season, which opened with the most famous Daytona 500 in history, when NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt died as his car slammed into the wall on the final turn. Miller takes us inside the minds and behind the wheels of the of the hottest drivers of the past two seasons, as they cope with the thrills and the dangers along the way to the Cup. Miller also takes us inside Roush Racing, a $125 million business, showing a side of NASCAR that few fans ever get to see. For longtime fans and curious newcomers alike, Men and Speed takes you for a wild ride through the fastest sport in the land.
Publisher: Public Affairs
ISBN: 0786751983
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 374
Book Description
What is it that makes a man strap himself into an automobile and drive it hundreds of laps around a track at speeds surpassing 200 miles per hour? Critically acclaimed journalist G. Wayne Miller decided to find out by spending a year on the NASCAR circuit with Roush Racing's legendary owner Jack Roush and his four title-contending Winston Cup drivers: Mark Martin, Jeff Burton, Matt Kenseth, and Kurt Busch. Miller plumbs the allure of speed and the exploding popularity of stock-car racing through the dramatic 2001 season, which opened with the most famous Daytona 500 in history, when NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt died as his car slammed into the wall on the final turn. Miller takes us inside the minds and behind the wheels of the of the hottest drivers of the past two seasons, as they cope with the thrills and the dangers along the way to the Cup. Miller also takes us inside Roush Racing, a $125 million business, showing a side of NASCAR that few fans ever get to see. For longtime fans and curious newcomers alike, Men and Speed takes you for a wild ride through the fastest sport in the land.
NASCAR Die-Cast
Author: Checker Bee Publishing
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781585980697
Category : Die-cast toys
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
-- An overview of NASCAR RM Winston Cup racing -- Die-cast collectibles for some of the top Winston Cup Series drivers -- Biographies for some of the biggest names in auto racing -- Up-to-date secondary market values
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781585980697
Category : Die-cast toys
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
-- An overview of NASCAR RM Winston Cup racing -- Die-cast collectibles for some of the top Winston Cup Series drivers -- Biographies for some of the biggest names in auto racing -- Up-to-date secondary market values
NASCARFor Dummies
Author: Mark Martin
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 0471750980
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 354
Book Description
Covers the latest drivers, records, and rule changes All-new color photos highlight the fun and excitement of NASCAR Ever wonder what's under the hood of today's stock cars? Want to know the latest about the changes in NASCAR? Top driver Mark Martin puts you behind the wheel on an insider's tour of NASCAR, offering great insights into the new drivers, sponsorship changes, safety requirements, and racing schedule — helping you get more out of every race you watch! Discover how to: Understand the rules, regulations, and standings Identify driver skills and racing strategies Get up to speed on NASCAR lingo Enjoy racing from the stands and on TV Locate NASCAR tracks near you
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 0471750980
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 354
Book Description
Covers the latest drivers, records, and rule changes All-new color photos highlight the fun and excitement of NASCAR Ever wonder what's under the hood of today's stock cars? Want to know the latest about the changes in NASCAR? Top driver Mark Martin puts you behind the wheel on an insider's tour of NASCAR, offering great insights into the new drivers, sponsorship changes, safety requirements, and racing schedule — helping you get more out of every race you watch! Discover how to: Understand the rules, regulations, and standings Identify driver skills and racing strategies Get up to speed on NASCAR lingo Enjoy racing from the stands and on TV Locate NASCAR tracks near you
NASCAR Mavericks
Author: H.A. Branham
Publisher: Motorbooks
ISBN: 0760388792
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 199
Book Description
In this officially licensed and stunningly illustrated volume, get a thrilling, up-close-and-personal look at NASCAR’s mavericks and key moments from the dawn of the sport to present day. In every sport there are mavericks—trailblazers, risk-takers, hell-raisers, forward-thinkers—who drive the breakthroughs and advances that shape and define the sport. Written by longtime motorsports journalists H.A. Branham and Holly Cain, NASCAR Mavericks covers the NASCAR story in chronological order, focusing on key movers and shakers—the men and women key to the sport’s evolution—often related through first-hand stories. Racing great Tony Stewart’s foreword sets the scene. Accompanied by exceptional images sourced from NASCAR’s archives plus other top photographers, the profiles include such NASCAR legends as: Bill France Sr. and Bill France Jr. The Flock Brothers Lee and Richard Petty Smokey Yunick Janet Guthrie The Earnhardts Humpy Wheeler Tony Stewart Interspersed with the maverick profiles are sidebars highlighting legendary races, machines, and events like the first Daytona 500, Plymouth’s Hemi Superbird, record-setting pit stops, Jeff Gordon’s T-Rex car, and more. NASCAR Mavericks proves that racing always improves the breed!
Publisher: Motorbooks
ISBN: 0760388792
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 199
Book Description
In this officially licensed and stunningly illustrated volume, get a thrilling, up-close-and-personal look at NASCAR’s mavericks and key moments from the dawn of the sport to present day. In every sport there are mavericks—trailblazers, risk-takers, hell-raisers, forward-thinkers—who drive the breakthroughs and advances that shape and define the sport. Written by longtime motorsports journalists H.A. Branham and Holly Cain, NASCAR Mavericks covers the NASCAR story in chronological order, focusing on key movers and shakers—the men and women key to the sport’s evolution—often related through first-hand stories. Racing great Tony Stewart’s foreword sets the scene. Accompanied by exceptional images sourced from NASCAR’s archives plus other top photographers, the profiles include such NASCAR legends as: Bill France Sr. and Bill France Jr. The Flock Brothers Lee and Richard Petty Smokey Yunick Janet Guthrie The Earnhardts Humpy Wheeler Tony Stewart Interspersed with the maverick profiles are sidebars highlighting legendary races, machines, and events like the first Daytona 500, Plymouth’s Hemi Superbird, record-setting pit stops, Jeff Gordon’s T-Rex car, and more. NASCAR Mavericks proves that racing always improves the breed!
The Drivers of Nascar
Author: Ben White
Publisher: Lowe & B. Hould Publishers
ISBN: 9780681044661
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 136
Book Description
Publisher: Lowe & B. Hould Publishers
ISBN: 9780681044661
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 136
Book Description
The History and Politics of Motor Racing
Author: Damion Sturm
Publisher: Springer Nature
ISBN: 3031228251
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 780
Book Description
This book explores the history and politics of motor racing, one of the most popular and lucrative elements in the international sport industry. Written by a group of international scholars and motor racing specialists it discusses the sport’s origins, the relationship of motor racing to nation building and modernity (noting its links to fascism and dictatorship), the links between motor racing and the automobile industry, motor racing and the politics both of gender and of race, motor racing, the media and postmodernity, and motor racing, the spatial and globalization. This book speaks to scholars in history, politics, sport studies, the sociology of sport, sport management and cultural studies, along with the many lay readers who are interested in the relationship between motor sport and society.
Publisher: Springer Nature
ISBN: 3031228251
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 780
Book Description
This book explores the history and politics of motor racing, one of the most popular and lucrative elements in the international sport industry. Written by a group of international scholars and motor racing specialists it discusses the sport’s origins, the relationship of motor racing to nation building and modernity (noting its links to fascism and dictatorship), the links between motor racing and the automobile industry, motor racing and the politics both of gender and of race, motor racing, the media and postmodernity, and motor racing, the spatial and globalization. This book speaks to scholars in history, politics, sport studies, the sociology of sport, sport management and cultural studies, along with the many lay readers who are interested in the relationship between motor sport and society.
The Ford Century
Author: Russ Banham
Publisher: Artisan Books
ISBN: 9781579652012
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
Marking the centennial of the Ford Motor Company, this illustrated history of the company chronicles the various innovations, from the invention of the assembly line to the V-8 engine, that transformed modern transporation.
Publisher: Artisan Books
ISBN: 9781579652012
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
Marking the centennial of the Ford Motor Company, this illustrated history of the company chronicles the various innovations, from the invention of the assembly line to the V-8 engine, that transformed modern transporation.
NASCAR Authorized Handbook
Author: Jim Gigliotti
Publisher: Reader's Digest Association
ISBN: 9780794404147
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 50
Book Description
A handbook for the NASCAR NEXTEL Cup series that includes race dates, common racing terms, and profiles of the drivers.
Publisher: Reader's Digest Association
ISBN: 9780794404147
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 50
Book Description
A handbook for the NASCAR NEXTEL Cup series that includes race dates, common racing terms, and profiles of the drivers.