Strap yourself in for an unforgettable ride through motoring history!From the earliest
"horseless carriage" to the modern supercar this lavishly illustrated history of the
automobile is packed with everything you need to know about classic cars through the ages.
Filled with stunning photography and featuring more than 2 000 models Car shows you how cars
have evolved around the world over the last 130 years and their impact on society as objects
of curiosity status symbols and items of necessity. Journey back into automotive history and
you will find: -In-depth profiles highlighting the most important cars of each period -Virtual
photographic tours of some of the most iconic cars from the Ferrari F40 to the Rolls Royce
Silver Ghost -A decade-by-decade history told in stunning visual detail-Illustrated feature
spreads detailing the evolution of legendary brands from Aston Martin to Porsche and
Cadillac-A timeline of the milestone developments in car manufacturing and technologySee the
world's most innovative machines come to life! From India's Hindustan Ambassador to Italy's
Fiat 500 this book will transport you all over the world taking a truly international view of
the greatest cars through time. Immerse yourself in the stories of the people and companies at
the heart of the billion-dollar motoring industry. Covering sports cars convertibles and
today's environmentally-friendly electric models no other car catalogue provides such a
comprehensive picture of the car world. This new and improved edition includes hybrid and
electric cars as well as looking forward to the "driverless" technologies of tomorrow. So
buckle-up and get ready for the journey of a lifetime! The ultimate gift for anyone interested
in cars motoring and motor racing this iconic celebration of automotive design is sure to
inform and amaze all readers. Interested in all things transit and travel? There's more to
discover in this epic series from DK Books! Take an action-packed flight through the history of
air travel in Aircraft and be inspired by the world's most renowned rail routes in Train.
