the environmental consequences of motorized recreation
Wuerthner, George
2007
A collection of photographs and essays that explores the environmental aspects of the use of off road vehicles--such as snowmobiles, dirt bikes, dune buggies, and jet skis--and examines how ecoterrorism on American soil can be stopped.
Examines the kinds of vehicles and techniques used during off-road racing competitions. Includes full-color photographs, a glossary, and further reading sources.
Contains color photographs that provide multiple views of trucks and sport utility vehicles built by seventeen manufacturers, each with a brief description, a look under the hood, a list of milestones, and specifications.
Photographs and text profile the latest vehicles designed to deal with rough terrain, with detailed specifications for each machine, including performance statistics, engine type, transmission, special features, running gear, and dimensions.
Describes the nature, vehicles, and competitions of off-road racing, focusing on four-wheel drive race vehicles such as Range Rovers, Landcruisers, and Jeeps.