automobiles, racing

Includes a play-by-play account of a demolition derby, descriptions of different types of vehicles used, explanations of various kinds of derbies, and a glossary of terms.

Discusses jet-powered cars, their history, construction, and special features.

Provides an introduction to NASCAR Craftsman truck racing, and describes the experiences of driver Mark Martin during the GM FlexFuel 250 in Daytona Beach in 2006, his first truck race.

Photographs and simple text describe rally cars, their main features, and how they are built.

Discusses funny cars, including their main features and how they are raced.

An investigation of racing cars, looking at the origins of the sport, examining various motor racing vehicles, and explaining what happens at the race track.

Illustrations with text describe a variety of racing cars and the kinds of races in which they are used.

Describes the history of drag racing, the characteristics of different kinds of dragsters, racing rules, and drag racing events.

Covers a wide selection of machines found on race tracks, from F1 racecars to monster truck, outlining how they work and what they are used for.

Simple text and photographs introduce racing cars and what happens during a race. Includes quizzes and games.