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The Unknown Kimi Raikkonen (Paperback): Kari Hotakainen The Unknown Kimi Raikkonen (Paperback)
Kari Hotakainen 2
R503 R404 Discovery Miles 4 040 Save R99 (20%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Kimi Räikkönen is the Finnish superstar Formula One driver with a reputation for being fast on the track and silent off it – until now!

In this superb and authorised portrait of Räikkönen, Kari Hotakainen gets to reveal the side of the man that few beyond his close family and friends have ever seen. Enigmatic and private, Ferrari’s former world champion driver rarely opens up to outsiders, but he granted Hotakainen exclusive access to his world and to his way of thinking. It ensures that this will be a book that will delight all fans of motorsport, who have long revered the Finn.

Including never-previously-seen photographs from his own collection, The Unknown Kimi Räikkönen takes the reader into the heart of the action at grands prix around the world, behind the scenes as race strategies are planned, and opens up the private side of his life that he normally guards so carefully.

With all the cult appeal of I Am Zlatan Ibrahimovic, the raw excitement of Formula One and the insight of the best biographies, this is a book every sports fan will want to treasure.

Life In The Pitlane - My Journey To The Heart Of F1 (Paperback): Calum Nicholas Life In The Pitlane - My Journey To The Heart Of F1 (Paperback)
Calum Nicholas
R540 Discovery Miles 5 400 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

An inspiring memoir from Red Bull's senior engineer Calum Nicholas that will open up the world of F1 like never before.

Life in the Pitlane will detail the realities of life off the track; the good and the bad, with a particular spotlight on diversity and inclusion within the sport, and all the entertaining stories and behind the scenes details fans of F1 will be looking for.

Replete with all the high-octane tales and behind the scenes details you'd expect from a life lived next to the fast lane, Life in the Pitlane will bring a brand new perspective to this incredibly exciting corner of the market, as the inimitable Calum Nicholas reflects on his career in the sport so far, as well as the future he hopes lies ahead. Unflinching in his appraisal of F1 and where it's at in terms of diversity and inclusion, Calum hopes to spark industry-changing conversations and initiatives.

While Life in the Pitlane will address some difficult topics, it is, ultimately, a book designed to inspire its reader - because no matter what the odds have been, Calum has always found a way to make it work.

Sir Lewis - The Definitive Biography (Paperback, Updated Edition): Michael E. Sawyer Sir Lewis - The Definitive Biography (Paperback, Updated Edition)
Michael E. Sawyer
R281 R225 Discovery Miles 2 250 Save R56 (20%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The definitive biography of the greatest Formula One driver of all time, now including an exclusive chapter on the 2025 season.

At the pinnacle of motorsports, a humble young man from Stevenage has risen to become the greatest Formula One driver of all time. Lewis Hamilton’s journey from remote-controlled car hobbyist to seven-time world champion is evidently the stuff of modern legend. Michael Sawyer follows Hamilton’s path and we witness Hamilton’s single-minded determination to reach the top along the way, even as he challenged racial barriers and opposition at every turn.

Beyond his unparalleled on-track exploits – equalling the records held by the legendary Michael Schumacher – Hamilton has used his platform to advocate for social justice, environmental sustainability and diversity, inspiring the next generation by not only encouraging them to pursue their own dreams but by also extending his legacy and impact beyond the track.

As Hamilton nears the twilight of his racing career, this electrifying book by acclaimed professor of African American Literature and Culture, and lifelong Formula One fan, Michael Sawyer, examines his lasting legacy.

Sir Lewis culminates with Hamilton’s potential final act – chasing a record-setting eighth world title at the wheel of the iconic Ferrari team – and shows how he continues to set new benchmarks for greatness.

Inside Red Bull Racing - A Season With F1's Most Thrilling Team (Paperback): Matt Majendie Inside Red Bull Racing - A Season With F1's Most Thrilling Team (Paperback)
Matt Majendie
R325 Discovery Miles 3 250 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

2000 workers, 24 races, two drivers, one target.

In 2025, critically acclaimed writer Matt Majendie spent a season behind the scenes with Formula One team Red Bull Racing during one of the most controversial and dramatic years in the history of the sport.

No journalist has been given the level of access that Majendie enjoyed as he found himself walking the secretive corridors of the hi-tech team factory in the UK; trackside at race after race; inside the garage, on the driver's luxury yachts, and even racing the streets of Monaco with Max Verstappen, the greatest driver of this, and perhaps any, era, as he chases history.

Join Majendie on the pit wall as Christian Horner's dominant reign as team supremo finally runs its course, as drivers come and go - youngster Liam Lawson brutally axed after just two races - and Verstappen wrestles with the limitations of a car that refuses to be tamed, fighting with rivals like Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, taking the season down to its final minutes.

From mechanics to engineers, race strategists to team leaders, head honchos to the thousands who ensure the machine turns, this is F1 racing as you've never seen it.

Formula One 2024 - Teams, Drivers, Tracks, Records (Paperback, 28th edition): Bruce Jones Formula One 2024 - Teams, Drivers, Tracks, Records (Paperback, 28th edition)
Bruce Jones
R410 R366 Discovery Miles 3 660 Save R44 (11%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

The world's bestselling Grand Prix handbook is back for the new season.

This is the definitive guide to Formula 1 in 2024. A complete examination of all the teams racing this season (from Red Bull and Mercedes to Ferrari and McLaren), every driver (including Lewis Hamilton, Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc) and all the tracks featured in the packed Grand Prix calendar.

Also including a full review of the 2023 season and a breakdown of the new rules and regulations for 2024, this indispensable guidebook features a full breakdown of last season's drivers' and constructors' world championship results - as well as a fill-in chart for 2024, so each book becomes your own personalised guide to the year's action.

Written by bestselling F1 author Bruce Jones and containing dozens of breathtaking photographs and detailed circuit illustrations plus a statistics section highlighting the major records in F1 history, this is the only guide you'll need for the racing action ahead.

From Para To Dakar - Overcoming Paralysis And Conquering The Dakar Rally, A Journey Of Courage And Determination (Paperback):... From Para To Dakar - Overcoming Paralysis And Conquering The Dakar Rally, A Journey Of Courage And Determination (Paperback)
Joey Evans 2
R310 R277 Discovery Miles 2 770 Save R33 (11%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

Joey Evans has always loved bikes, from his first second-hand Raleigh Strika at the age of six to the powerful off-road machines that became his passion later on in his life. His dream was one day to ride the most gruelling off-road race in the world, the 9000km Dakar Rally. In 2007 his dream was shattered when he broke his back in a racing accident. His spinal cord was crushed, leaving him paralysed from just below his chest. Doctors gave him a 10 per cent chance of ever walking again. Many would have given up and become resigned to life in a wheelchair, but not Joey Evans.

Not only would he get back on his feet and walk, but he would also keep his Dakar dream alive. It was a long and painful road to recovery, involving years of intensive rehabilitation and training, but he had the love and support of both family and friends and an incredible amount of determination. Joey shares the many challenges he and his family faced, relating the setbacks, as well as successes, along the way to the Dakar start line. But the start line was only the first goal – his sights were set on reaching the finish line, which he did in 2017 – the only South African to do so.

From Para To Dakar is so much more than the story of one man reaching the Dakar finish line. It is a story of friendship and respect, compassion and kindness. It is about defying the odds to reach a dream, it is about grit, endurance and raw courage, and it is inspiring in its true heroism.

Sir Lewis - The Definitive Biography (Paperback): Michael E. Sawyer Sir Lewis - The Definitive Biography (Paperback)
Michael E. Sawyer
R399 R362 Discovery Miles 3 620 Save R37 (9%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

At the pinnacle of motorsports, a humble young man from Stevenage, England has risen to become the most dominant and influential Formula One driver of his time. This authoritative biography follows Hamilton's pathway from his early days karting on local tracks to the glitz and pressure of the Formula One circuit. Along the way, we witness Hamilton's single-minded determination to reach the top, even as he challenged racial barriers and opposition at every turn. His triumph over adversity is all the more inspiring given Hamilton's pioneering role in making motorsports accessible to marginalized communities.

Beyond his unparalleled on-track exploits - leveling the record books held by the legendary Michael Schumacher – Hamilton has used his platform to advocate for social justice, environmental sustainability, and diversity. Hamilton has emerged as a voice of moral clarity, leveraging his fame to push Formula One and global sports to be a force for positive change.

As Hamilton nears the twilight of his racing career, this book examines his lasting legacy. From shattering stereotypes to inspiring new generations of motor enthusiasts, Hamilton's impact extends far beyond just his championship trophies. The book culminates with Hamilton's potential final act - chasing a record-setting 8th world title at the wheel of the iconic Ferrari team, the ultimate validation of his greatness.

Formula One 2026 - Teams, Drivers, Tracks, Records (Paperback): Bruce Jones Formula One 2026 - Teams, Drivers, Tracks, Records (Paperback)
Bruce Jones
R495 R442 Discovery Miles 4 420 Save R53 (11%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

The world's bestselling Grand Prix handbook is back for the new season.

This is the definitive guide to Formula 1 in 2026 - a complete examination of all the teams, drivers and tracks featured in the packed Grand Prix calendar. Also including a full review of the 2025 season and a breakdown of the new rules and regulations for 2026, this indispensable guidebook features a full breakdown of last season's drivers' and constructors' world championship results - as well as a fill-in chart for 2026, so each book becomes your own personalised guide to the year's action.

Written by bestselling F1 author Bruce Jones and containing dozens of breathtaking photographs and detailed circuit illustrations plus a statistics section highlighting the major records in F1 history, this is the only guide you'll need for the racing action ahead.

JIMMIE G. - The extraordinary life and tragic death of a Scottish motorcycle racing champion (Hardcover): Paul W Guthrie JIMMIE G. - The extraordinary life and tragic death of a Scottish motorcycle racing champion (Hardcover)
Paul W Guthrie
R1,509 Discovery Miles 15 090 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
EDDIE JORDAN: FULL THROTTLE (Paperback): Keith O'Loughlin  EDDIE JORDAN: FULL THROTTLE (Paperback)
Keith O'Loughlin 
R525 R468 Discovery Miles 4 680 Save R57 (11%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

LIFE LESSONS FROM AN F1 LEGEND

Eddie Jordan was one of a kind, a maverick F1 team boss, a brilliant mentor and a magnet for talent. He believed in going all in, lifting others as he rose.

FULL THROTTLE is a riveting account of a life lived at the heart of motorsport, filled with raw insights and untold stories from Eddie Jordan's wildest moments. At its core is the Jordan Code: twenty-five powerful, punchy principles drawn from Eddie's extraordinary journey to founding Jordan Grand Prix; to discovering future champions like Michael Schumacher; to closing billion-pound deals; all the while making mischief around the world.

The book also contains contributions from many of Eddie's friends and inner circle including Richard Branson, David Coulthard, Michael Flatley, Jake Humphrey, Ian Poulter, Stephen Roche, Roger Taylor, Mark Webber and Keith Wood.

Eddie Jordan had a fearless life philosophy. It means backing yourself no matter what others say, taking bold risks, and never asking permission to succeed. Eddie lived with energy, instinct and defiance. With this book you can too.

Lewis In Red - Hamilton's Ferrari Campaign, The Unofficial Inside Story (Hardcover): Ben Hunt Lewis In Red - Hamilton's Ferrari Campaign, The Unofficial Inside Story (Hardcover)
Ben Hunt
R524 Discovery Miles 5 240 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Sunday Times bestselling author with insider F1 paddock access reveals the behind-the-scenes story of Sir Lewis Hamilton’s sensational move to Ferrari and his onward journey with the team.

Hamilton’s move to Ferrari was the F1 story of the decade. And now his progress is coming under the intense scrutiny of his 40+ million social media followers, the passionate tifosi and the world’s media, as he fulfils his boyhood dream of driving for the legendary Italian team that has been in the sport since its inception.

Drawing on his own first-hand observations and expertise, journalist Ben Hunt uncovers the politics, the strategy, the ambition and raw emotion behind this historic coming together of two icons, and he takes us trackside for a riveting, race-by-race look at how it’s all working out.

Hunt tells the inside story of what it is proving to be the British sporting superstar's final roll of the dice to win that record eighth world title, capturing in real time the thrills and challenges of Hamilton's campaign with the Scuderia team to rewrite the record books and make history.

Motor Racing Colouring Book (Paperback): Stanhope Books Motor Racing Colouring Book (Paperback)
Stanhope Books
R153 Discovery Miles 1 530 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Formula One Track Journal: Past and Present (Paperback): Stanhope Books Formula One Track Journal: Past and Present (Paperback)
Stanhope Books
R189 Discovery Miles 1 890 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
David Gillanders - I do all the talking! (Paperback): Jack Davidson David Gillanders - I do all the talking! (Paperback)
Jack Davidson
R540 Discovery Miles 5 400 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book is about my lifetime of adventure and inside I explain how I overcame a hand disability from birth to become a British and Scottish Rally Champion, but my story is not just about motor sport: I have also worked for a top Hollywood film producer and shared breakfast with one of the world's top female film stars. I have also interacted with two US presidents, and met many other wonderful people. My book also delves into the realms of working with top world rally constructor as well as major motor manufacturer. The many and varied characters I have met during my lifetime has also made my life so much more colourful, and you can meet many of these characters within the pages of this book. Yes, I have met all of life's challenges to date.

F1 Racing The Ultimate Companion 75th Anniversary (Hardcover): Bruce Jones F1 Racing The Ultimate Companion 75th Anniversary (Hardcover)
Bruce Jones
R571 Discovery Miles 5 710 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Explore the global history of Formula One in this definitive visual reference, now revised and updated to celebrate 75 years of this fantastic sport. F1 Racing: The Ultimate Companion offers a comprehensive insight into the history, geography and culture of the world's most popular and exciting motorsport. Written by former Autosport editor Bruce Jones, it spotlights each of the forty-eight countries across six continents to have produced an F1 driver or hosted a Grand Prix, exploring the circuits, teams, people and stories that make up each nation's F1 heritage. With individual chapters dedicated to each country, this beautifully illustrated reference book profiles the drivers, constructors and tracks that have made their mark on Formula One and contributed to the sport's global expansion over 75 years of racing. Filled with stunning photography, circuit maps and expert commentary, F1 Racing: The Ultimate Companion takes you inside the world of Formula One like never before. This special anniversary edition is the perfect collection piece for new fans and seasoned enthusiasts alike.

One Hit Wonders: The Story of One Off Grand Prix Winners (2016) (Paperback): Lloyd Bonson One Hit Wonders: The Story of One Off Grand Prix Winners (2016) (Paperback)
Lloyd Bonson
R314 Discovery Miles 3 140 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
The Seanachie of Motorcycling (Paperback): Harry Lindsay The Seanachie of Motorcycling (Paperback)
Harry Lindsay
R834 Discovery Miles 8 340 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book, The Seanachie of Motorcycling, is a collection of tales from a master story teller, Harry Lindsay of Dublin. Described in his youth by his headmaster as the boy with oil in his veins", Harry grew up with motorcycles, becoming a trials and road racer, a grass track champion, holder of the Irish land speed record, racing team leader, an importer and retailer of motorcycles, a restorer of antique bikes and an historian along the way. Many of his stories bring to life the characters and heroes that were the racing world from the thirties through the turn of the last century. They offer a rare glimpse of life behind the scenes and more than one tale is told with a twinkle in his eye. This, then, is an Irishman's view of the world as it was. Pour a pint of Guinness, put your feet up and be prepared to enjoy the Seanachie's tales and learn and laugh with him. Seanachie (pronounced sha-nah-key): Irish for master story teller in the great tradition of orally passing folklore and history on down through the generations.

The Seanachie of Motorcycling (Paperback): Harry Lindsay The Seanachie of Motorcycling (Paperback)
Harry Lindsay
R691 Discovery Miles 6 910 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book, The Seanachie of Motorcycling, is a collection of tales from a master story teller, Harry Lindsay of Dublin. Described in his youth by his headmaster as the boy with oil in his veins", Harry grew up with motorcycles, becoming a trials and road racer, a grass track champion, holder of the Irish land speed record, racing team leader, an importer and retailer of motorcycles, a restorer of antique bikes and an historian along the way. Many of his stories bring to life the characters and heroes that were the racing world from the thirties through the turn of the last century. They offer a rare glimpse of life behind the scenes and more than one tale is told with a twinkle in his eye. This, then, is an Irishman's view of the world as it was. Pour a pint of Guinness, put your feet up and be prepared to enjoy the Seanachie's tales and learn and laugh with him. Seanachie pronounced sha-nah-key: Irish for master story teller in the great tradition of orally passing folklore and history on down through the generations.

Return to Glory! - The Mercedes 300 SL Racing Car (Hardcover): Robert Ackerson Return to Glory! - The Mercedes 300 SL Racing Car (Hardcover)
Robert Ackerson
R2,100 R1,532 Discovery Miles 15 320 Save R568 (27%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

1952 was one of the most important years in Mercedes-Benz racing history; after a 13-year absence, it returned to motor sport competition with an automobile that rewrote the history of modern sports car racing. The 300 SL's debut was the culmination of a long, difficult road back to racing for Mercedes-Benz after a 13 year break. This book vividly depicts the 300 SL's performance in the five races in which it competed in 1952, and tells the story of how it became the most successful competition sports car of that year. Through dramatic photographs, and equally stirring text, one of the greatest years of sports car racing is brought to life, filled with automobiles often finished in national racing colours, prepared by great factory teams, driven by men who were national sporting idols, and raced under gruelling conditions unique to the age. From its Mille Miglia debut, through the Nurburgring, the Le Mans 24 Hours, to its greatest race, the Carrera Panamericana, the 300 SL's career from conception to retirement is presented, culminating with a detailed photographic essay illustrating restoration of the oldest 300 SL in existence.

The Seanachie of Motorcycling (Hardcover): Harry Lindsay The Seanachie of Motorcycling (Hardcover)
Harry Lindsay
R977 Discovery Miles 9 770 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book, The Seanachie of Motorcycling, is a collection of tales from a master story teller, Harry Lindsay of Dublin. Described in his youth by his headmaster as the boy with oil in his veins", Harry grew up with motorcycles, becoming a trials and road racer, a grass track champion, holder of the Irish land speed record, racing team leader, an importer and retailer of motorcycles, a restorer of antique bikes and an historian along the way. Many of his stories bring to life the characters and heroes that were the racing world from the thirties through the turn of the last century. They offer a rare glimpse of life behind the scenes and more than one tale is told with a twinkle in his eye. This, then, is an Irishman's view of the world as it was. Pour a pint of Guinness, put your feet up and be prepared to enjoy the Seanachie's tales and learn and laugh with him. Seanachie (pronounced sha-nah-key): Irish for master story teller in the great tradition of orally passing folklore and history on down through the generations.

The The Life of a Racer Volume 2 (Hardcover): Michael Rutter, John McAvoy The The Life of a Racer Volume 2 (Hardcover)
Michael Rutter, John McAvoy; Foreword by Carl Fogarty
R836 Discovery Miles 8 360 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

In this follow-up to his autobiography, Michael Rutter changes his focus and now reflects on his father's life - the victories, defeats, scrapes with the law and practical jokes. He also looks at his father's close brushes with death, including the horrific career-ending crash of 1985, and its aftermath. The Life of a Racer, Volume 2: Flesh & Blood is a reflective and sentimental journey during which Michael tries to learn about his father's life and career in motorcycle racing, while at the same time asking himself if his own destiny was always to race too because of his DNA. Tony Rutter (1942-2020) is best known for his four world TT-F2 championship wins, eight Isle of Man TT wins, nine North West 200 wins, five Ulster Grand Prix wins and two British Championship titles during his twenty-two-year career - but the man himself has remained something of an enigma to everyone including his own son, who himself went on to have a hugely successful career and has kept the Rutter name alive in the world of motorcycle racing to the present day. Through his own memories, as well as those of longstanding teammates and friends, Michael pieces together his father's values, what mattered to him the most, and his odd - sometimes maddening - traits. What unfolds is a profile of the man behind the incredible talent and singular focus of an elite racer. With a foreword by Carl Fogarty, this is the first-ever book about one of the finest racers in a great generation of racers, by those who knew him best and loved him most.

Northern California Drag Racing (Hardcover): Steve Reyes Northern California Drag Racing (Hardcover)
Steve Reyes
R714 Discovery Miles 7 140 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Rapid Response: - My inside story as a motor racing life-saver (Hardcover, 2nd Revised edition): Dr Stephen Olvey Rapid Response: - My inside story as a motor racing life-saver (Hardcover, 2nd Revised edition)
Dr Stephen Olvey; Foreword by Alex Zanardi; Epilogue by Dario Franchitti
R699 Discovery Miles 6 990 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Originally published to great acclaim in 2006, Dr Stephen Olvey's memoir Rapid Response makes a long-awaited return to print - complete with new text and an epilogue by Dario Franchitti - at the same time as the release of a documentary feature film of the same title. This book is the compelling story of the author's often tragic, sometimes funny, and frequently frustrating journey through the volatile world of professional motorsport. Along the way he introduces the reader to many of the characters - geniuses, good guys, bad guys - that he has encountered during his quest to save lives and make motorsport safer. This book is a captivating read for all motorsport fans.

Full Throttle (Hardcover): Henry Birkin Full Throttle (Hardcover)
Henry Birkin
R835 Discovery Miles 8 350 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
The Science of the Racer's Brain (Hardcover): Otto Lappi, Alan Dove The Science of the Racer's Brain (Hardcover)
Otto Lappi, Alan Dove
R776 Discovery Miles 7 760 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
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