motor vehicles

Machines developed for use on land change the way the world works. When tanks were first built, they changed the course of a war. Cars changed how people move--and now electric cars are doing it again! Mag-Lev trains are amazing feats of engineering that move faster than anyone 100 years ago would have thought possible! Readers of this compelling volume explore the science and engineering behind many kinds of machines that go on land, including full-color photographs and helpful diagrams.

"[A] reader . . . about all kinds of incredible machines that can go fast, deep into the ocean and high into the skies and even into space"--Provided by publisher.

Dump! Learn how garbage trucks get the job done through narrative nonfiction, fun facts, infographics, a glossary, and more!.

With a roar and a powerful presence, monster trucks get the job done. Take a look at the vehicle's unique features, exterior design, and what's under the hood.

With control and speed, karts get the job done. Take a look at the vehicle's unique features, exterior design, and what's under the hood.

With a roar and powerful good looks, hot rods get the job done. Take a look at the vehicle's unique features, exterior design, and what's under the hood.

With zip and power, ATVs get the job done. Take a look at the vehicle's unique features, exterior design, and what's under the hood.

With a roar and a powerful pull, 4x4 trucks get the job done. Take a look at the vehicle's unique features, exterior design, and what's under the hood--.

"The wheel was invented more than 5,000 years ago, and it has brought some awesome vehicles our way. But this invention isn't done giving . . . See how military unmanned ground vehicles tackle rough terrain and keep soldiers safe. Find out how the fastest electric race cars work. Think a car can't handle street driving one minute and tackling sand dunes the next? The high-performance Zarooq Sandracer can. See the limitless possibilities of wheeled vehicles"--Provided by publisher.

"The Mystery Machine broke down, and Scooby-Doo and the Mystery Inc. gang are stranded. It's going to take every type of transportation to get back home, including a bus, train, boat, plane, and more! Young readers will . . . [use] the clues in the text and photos to guess what type of transportation the gang is using before turning the page"--Provided by publisher.