Item Tag : Automotive / History

THE FABULOUS 50s The Cars, The Culture! 306 PAGES!

« The Fabulous 50s: The Cars, The Culture! » is a 306-page paperback book that offers a nostalgic flashback to the great era of the 1950s. Written by John Gunnell & Mary Sieber, this nonfiction picture book focuses on automotive history, specifically exploring the cars and culture of that era. Published in 1992 by Krause Publications in the United States, this book is intended for young adults and adults interested in learning about the iconic vehicles and cultural influences of the 1950s. With a vivid portrayal of the cars and culture of that time, this book is a must-read for automotive enthusiasts and history buffs alike. »

Complete Book Ser.: The Complete Book of Corvette : Every Model Since 1953 by…

This comprehensive book, titled « Complete Book of Corvette: Every Model Since 1953, » is a must-have for any car enthusiast. The book covers the complete history of Corvette models from 1953 to present day, and includes detailed information on each model's design, features, and performance. The publication year is 2012, and the book is written in English by author Mike Müller. It is published by Quarto Publishing Group USA in trade paperback format, with a length of 10.5 inches, a width of 9.1 inches, and a height of 1 inch. The book weighs 52.3 ounces and contains 368 pages. It falls under the categories of « Books & Magazines » and « Books » and is classified under the genres of « Antiques & Collectibles » and « Transportation. » The book covers various topics such as « Automotive / History, » « Transportation, » « Automotive / General, » and « Automotive / Pictorial. »

CT661 Ford F-Series Trucks 1948-Present A History Of America Most Popular Pickup

Ford F-Series Trucks: 1948-Present By: Jimmy Dinsmore & James Halderman Learn about the entire history of America’s best-selling vehicle: The Ford F-Series truck.When Henry Ford first started manufacturing Model Ts more than 100 years ago, he didn’t really have any sort of pickup or truck configuration in mind. However, enterprising people and businesses were modifying those early chassis for commercial use, and it didn’t take long for Ford to figure out that there was a demand for a truck application of the Model T. Soon, Ford was making its own configurations for commercial use, first through third-party body companies and eventually by Ford itself with the Model TT. From these humble beginnings, Ford stumbled onto the basis for one of the most popular vehicles ever built: the Ford F-Series pickup truck.In Ford F-Series Trucks: 1948–Present, authors Jimmy Dinsmore and James Halderman thoroughly dissect the history of Ford F-Series pickup trucks as seen from a technical viewpoint. Fully covered are all the options, chassis specifications, running changes, and the evolution of these trucks, as they transformed from postwar utilitarian vehicles to the best-selling luxury family cruisers seen today. Not only are Ford trucks the best-selling trucks, they are the best-selling vehicle of any category, cars included.This book will thrill truck aficionados and Ford historians alike, as it covers the first F-Series models (1948–1952), the ever-popular second-generation F-Series models (1953–1956), the popular Bumpsides (1967–1972), and all the way through the remarkable technology of what is now the 14th generation of the F-Series. Pages : 168Size : 8.5 X 11 (inches)Format : Paperback / softbackIllustrations : 300 color & 3 b/w photosPublisher : CarTechISBN : 9781613255124Product Code : CT661

Dennis Buses and Other Vehicles

The Dennis company has been building vehicles since 1895, making it the oldest continuously producing British manufacturer. From its origins in a small Guildford shop, the company has grown to become a major bus manufacturer with its products selling around the world.With over 240 photographs, Dennis Buses and Other Vehicles discusses the company’s highs and lows, through two world wars, challenging markets and ownership changes. It documents the vehicles produced and their innovative design features, from early cars and street-cleaning machines to vans, buses, trucks, fire engines and ambulances. It gives first-hand descriptions of how, and why, some of the company’s most successful products such as the Dart, Trident and Enviro buses evolved. It explains why their once market-leading fire engines are no longer made and analyses the reasons why some products were less successful and explores what happened to parts of the company that were sold over the years. Finally, it considers the company’s future opportunities and challenges.

CT705 Isky: Ed Iskenderian and the History of Hot Rodding book

Ed was there from the very beginning. Ed was a gifted machinist, and he also had a natural knack for promotion. Not only was he an early pioneer in the industry for print advertising and catalogs, he was also among the first to understand the value of having successful race cars using his cams in their engines and wearing his decals on their fenders.