The Illustrated Directory Of American Cars

Download or read book The Illustrated Directory of American Cars written by Andrew Montgomery and published by Motorbooks. This book was released on 2003 with total page 480 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book charts the progress of the automobile in America from the beginning of car production, through the explosive automotive creativity of the 1950s and into the future of the automotive industry today. It highlights the work of the big three, Ford, Chrysler, and General Motors, and the smaller companies who didn't survive the 1930s and 1940s like Crosley, Packard and Studebaker.

Download or read book The Illustrated Directory of American Cars written by Bruce Wexler and published by Chartwell Books. This book was released on 2016-05-10 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Everything that is great about the American automobile is presented in this full color, beautifully depicted guide. It includes all of your favorite American models; Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, GMC, Jeep, Lincoln, Oldsmobile, Plymouth, Pontiac, and many more. There is a car catalogued for every type of enthusiast; big cars, small cars, beautiful cars, eccentric cars, and practical cars. The auto industry was the backbone of American industry, and the product was a pristine line of American automobiles. The Illustrated Directory of American Cars is a tip-of-the-hat to the fantastic creativity and determination that has driven American car design and technology for over a century.

Download or read book The Illustrated Directory of Greatest American Cars written by and published by Chartwell Books. This book was released on 2012-08-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Illustrated Directory series provide enthusiasts with an attractive, comprehensive hardcover reference book packed with timelines, historical facts and images designed to inform and excite. The Illustrated Directory of Greatest American Cars chronicles the greatest love story in history: the love affair between Americans and their cars. This volume tells the story of one of the true American epics, the rise of the automobile industry. Decade by decade, this book discusses 250 milestone models that exemplify the ebb and flow of style and utility. It catalogs big cars, small cars, beautiful cars, eccentric and practical cars. The beautifully formatted full-color book features ephemeral cars that were the fleeting essence of their time, alongside more durable models that have developed over decades. The Illustrated Directory of Greatest American Cars is a record of the fantastic creativity and determination that has driven American car design and technology for over a century. The story reflects American history itself over the last 105 years, and anticipates exciting models yet to be launched.

Download or read book The Illustrated Directory of Muscle Cars written by and published by Chartwell Books. This book was released on 2013-08-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The American public's love for speed and power has inspired generations of muscle cars. The rising popularity of street racing, stock-car races, and quarter-mile drag races in the pre-war years led to the formation of the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing in 1947 and the National Hot Rod Association in 1951. These organizations and the growing plethora of specialist auto magazines (including Hot Rod and Motor Trend) stimulated America's fascination with speed and performance. In turn, this resulted in the development of the first production muscle cars. These powerful models took their heritage from the street racers of earlier days, with small bodies equipped with large and potent engines. The Illustrated Directory of Muscle Cars celebrates the complete history of the muscle car, from its earliest inception through to the sophisticated beasts of today. Beautifully illustrated throughout in full color, this book includes full technical specifications for each car featured.

Download or read book The Illustrated Directory of Classic Cars written by Graham Robson and published by Salamander Books. This book was released on 2001 with total page 480 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Illustrated Directory of Classic Cars covers over 250 of the world's most magnificent cars since the beginning of the 20th century. It looks at cars from around the world, with each car described, and illustrated, in technical detail.

Download or read book The Illustrated Directory of North American Locomotives written by Pepperbox Press and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2023-10-17 with total page 849 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than 250 classic American locomotives. "Let the country but make the railroads, and the railroads will make the country." — Edward Pease During the mid-1800s, American railroads became the lifeblood of new communities in the West and brought new ways of life and means of commerce to rural communities. Railroads became the shining thread that tied together the tapestry of American life into a land of plenty. The Illustrated Dictionary of North American Locomotives explores the story of railroads and their motive power. Giant beasts of iron and steel once roamed the land. Their descendants still race across the country. This book charts the progress of motive power on America's railroads from 1830 until the present. Its 432 pages illustrate a wide variety of grand and humble locomotives from the steam powered Puffing Billy types of the "Early Days" chapter, to the mighty Allegheny class steamers that were used to haul coal for the American industry in the "Steam in Charge" chapter. Technical specifications are given for each engine type and the book is fully illustrated with both black & white and color photos. The book goes on to show the progress of Diesel Power, including the output of General Electric and General Motors electromotive division (EMD) from the 1920s to the present. Ultimately, the book also explores the Electric Power that powers so many of today's railways.

Download or read book American Funeral Vehicles written by Walter McCall and published by Enthusiast Books. This book was released on 2003-11-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The most complete, in-depth book on hearses and funeral cars ever! Beginning with horse drawn, highly ornate hearses up to today's motorized vehicles, this book takes you through the complete history of 20th Century hearses. Follow the overall style development from the early carved-panel columned and draped designs, through the limousine-styled Funeral Coach and side-loaders, through the sleek designs that have led to today's hearses.Photos and History on Henney, Eureka, A.J. Miller, Superior, and history of other large and small hearse-builders like Barnette, Economy, Memphian, etc., and the growth and decline of many of these companies. Over 300 high quality photos combined with in-depth text present the most complete history and evolution of motorized hearses ever. A must have book for all automotive enthusiasts.Includes an index of all the important past and present hearse and conversion builders in North America.