automobile rallies

"[An] . . . introduction to rally cars, modified race cars known for their teams of drivers and use in multi-stage rally races. Also included is a biographical story about rally driver Mich?le Mouton"--Provided by publisher.

Thrill racing fans with this look at rally car racing! Exciting photos and interesting facts help readers discover the history of rally car racing, what a typical race day looks like, and more.

March Hare's first race for Tuttle Racing is the infamous Desert Rally, and when he discovers that his sister May has signed on with his rival, Lyca the Fox, he is mad, but he has even bigger problems ahead--because Hammond the Pig may be a super mechanic but he has no sense of direction, and he wants to stop and help every driver who gets into trouble.

Provides details of behind the scenes of rally competitions, from the first cars used up to today's sleek machines.

Have you seen a rally car race before? The vehicles may look like cars you see on the street, but rally cars have been modified for incredible endurance, strength, and speed. They race on courses made of dirt, sand, and even ice! Rallying brings together the best car manufacturers, drivers, and mechanics to put their cars to the test. Enter the Dirt and Destruction Sports Zone to learn about the history, courses, competition rules, and the celebrity drivers connected to rally car racing. You'll learn: - Who the most successful rally car racer in history is. - How a rally car is built to last through a tough 1,000-mile (1,609-kilometer) race. - What equipment and rules ensure the safety of the racers and fans. - Why rally car races are the ultimate test of a driver's skill and stamina. Are you into sports? Then get in the zone! Full-Color Photographs, Further Reading, Glossary, Index, Sidebars, Safety Tips, Table of Contents, Websites.

An introduction to the sport of automobile rallying, including the history of rallying, different types of rallies, and equipment needed.

Describes the different kinds of automobile rallies, how they became popular, and what hazards, skills, and equipment are involved.

Discusses the history of automobile races and rallies beginning with the first organized car contest held in France in 1894.

Zoe, a talented rally driver, wants to become a race car engineer, but she is going to have to fight against her mother who dreams of having a doctor for a daughter.