This book introduces readers to the world's fastest cars, highlighting record-setting cars from the past, as well as the technology and innovations that helped them achieve those speeds. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of colorful photos to make reading engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for further reading. Apex books have low reading levels (grades 2-3) but are designed for older students, with interest levels of grades 3-7.

Get up-close to the most famous and unique cars ever made! What are custom cars? Why are they made? And how have concept cars influenced popular culture? Get the answers to all these questions, and more, with this guide to some of the best cars ever made. Motormania is the perfect series for car-mad kids. Striking photos ensure each car is displayed in all its glory, while top-trump style fact files and detailed 'tech points' highlight the engineering that makes each car special. This series mixes the very latest in car design and engineering with the greatest classics of the past, and is perfect for petrol heads aged 7+.

Get up-close to the most famous and unique cars ever made! What makes a car classic? Just how fast are classic cars? And how have classic cars influenced cars today? Get the answers to all these questions, and more, with this guide to some of the best cars ever made. Motormania is the perfect series for car-mad kids. Striking photos ensure each car is displayed in all its glory, while top-trump style fact files and detailed 'tech points' highlight the engineering that makes each car special. This series mixes the very latest in car design and engineering with the greatest classics of the past, and is perfect for petrol heads aged 7+.

Even after taking Driver's Ed and passing that dreaded road test, there are so many things new drivers need to learn about the practical aspects of driving that will only come from experience. Handing over the keys is a traumatic rite of passage for parents, and they will sleep better knowing that "The Driving Book" is in their teens' glove compartments. Covering virtually every scenario a new driver may face, from changing a tire to negotiating privileges with parents to handling a car in bad weather, Karen Gravelle helps teen drivers navigate through tricky new territory--on the road and at home.

This reissue features updated information for today's tech-savvy teen drivers.

This title introduces readers to the defining characteristics, history, mechanics, and uses of 4x4 trucks. The title features engaging infographics, informative sidebars, vivid photographs, and a glossary.

Each high interest title in this exciting new series explores different types of cars and the designers who created them. Dynamic photos show breakout designs from different eras and follow model trends from their first appearance to their current styling. Challenging scientific concepts related to vehicle performance are introduced in simple, easy-to-understand terms.