stock car racing

Explores the science behind NASCAR racing, looking at how race tracks are designed and built, the composition of track surfaces, the fuels and other liquids needed to power the cars, the fabrics and materials used for uniforms and the bodies of vehicles, and safety features.

Colorful illustrations depict leading drivers and cars in the NASCAR association of stock car racing. Alphabetic format.

A brief biography of Matt Kenseth who prefers to prove his mettle on the track.

Traces the life and achievements of race car driver Kurt Busch, discussing his early racing career and NASCAR success. Includes a glossary and a list of awards.

Explores the science and math of car racing, discussing such topics as fuel, octane levels, friction, air pressure, car and tire design, and pit stop times, and includes experiments.

Introduces beginning readers to NASCAR driving, highlighting the rules of racing, the most popular and successful drivers, the best moments in NASCAR history, and other related topics.

A biography that focuses on the racing career of Dale Earnhardt, the winner of the 1994 Winston Cup championship.

Tells about the NASCAR drivers who create NASCAR racing.

Dale Earnhardt, Jr. tells that story of his rookie year as a NASCAR driver on the Winston Cup circuit, discussing the challenges of dealing with the media, fans, and travel on top of preparing for each race and competing against his father, one of the world's best drivers. Includes an epilogue in which Earnhardt tells of the aftermath of his dad's death in the 2001 Daytona 500.

Introduces students to mathematical concepts involved in NASCAR, including distance and speed, and contains activities designed to help readers practice these NASCAR-related math skills.