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Oscar Piastri is a rising star in the world of Formula One. Laser-focused, talented and with a huge future ahead of him, he represents the new breed of drivers hungry for success. After just a few seasons at the top, he has shown himself to be a driver of exceptional ability. In this book, motorsport writer Anthony Meredith charts Piastri's remarkable rise from the suburbs of Melbourne to the pinnacle of his sport. Documenting Piastri's trials and successes across his entire racing career, this is an essential listen for fans everywhere.

If you're an absolute beginner or novice who is wanting to take the plunge into the world of motorsports but aren't sure how to go about doing it, The Guide to Road Racing on a Budget is for you. With valuable information included which will save you from countless hours of digging through online forums, this book contains tried and true methods which set the stage for getting started including forming a budget, choosing a car, safety, track days, and ultimately getting you on the track. This book aims to get budding drivers on the race track while maintaining an efficient and disciplined use of a racing budget.

Irreverent, rapier-sharp and always readable, Isle of Man TT winner Mat Oxley has been writing about bike racing for more than two decades, always shooting from the hip, offering a unique perspective of the world’s maddest motorsport. Here is a collection of his best stories, published by motorcycle magazines worldwide over 20 years. Oxley’s fans will relish these insightful, extraordinary, often hilarious tales about the men, the machines and the mayhem. The book is filled with the words of Valentino Rossi, Wayne Rainey, Mick Doohan, Eddie Lawson, Kevin Schwantz, Casey Stoner, Ron ...

In this thrilling road trip from "Peking to Paris", a woman tries to save her car, her marriage, and her confidence from breaking down. In May 2007, leaving China’s Great Wall is Car 84, one of 128 antique autos racing in the Peking to Paris Motor Challenge. It’s guided by one Dina Bennett, the world’s least likely navigator: a daydreamer prone to carsickness, riddled with self-doubt, and married to a thrill-seeking perfectionist who is half-human, half-racecar. What could possibly go wrong?

Former Top Gear Stig Ben Collins shares expert skills and wisdom refined over a 20-year career as one of the best drivers in the world - from Le Mans Series racing to NASCAR, piloting the Batmobile and dodging bullets with James Bond. Ben's philosophy of anticipation, smoothness and speed, honed over thousands of hours of elite-level performance, is really about economy of motion - which also gives you greater control, safety and fuel efficiency. How to Drive is about driving better, not faster.

Unlock the hidden potential of your engine with nitrous oxide (NOS) systems, one of the most powerful and precise performance enhancers available. This volume provides a comprehensive, engineering-focused guide to safely installing, tuning, and optimizing nitrous systems for maximum performance and reliability. Understand the science of nitrous oxide and how it interacts with modern engines. Learn advanced tuning strategies that integrate nitrous with fuel management, forced induction, and ECU control. Explore reinforced engine components, thermal management, and safety protocols to prevent...

Twenty-six classic car stories covering a wide array of classic car culture. From racing a rolling restoration 1957 M.G.A. on an off-road rallycross track, to a lively discussion of whether cars should be considered art, the stories cross many sub-cultures. Story topics include: the history of road racing, restoration projects, swap meets, classic car shows, track days, autocross, time-speed-distance rallies, drag racing, adult soap-box racing and more. The stories take place across the nation, from the Portland (Oregon) International Raceway to the Lime Rock Historic Festival in ...

🏁 MotoGP: The Little Encyclopedia – The ultimate guide for motorcycle racing fans 🏍️ If you are passionate about MotoGP, speed, and motorcycle legends, this book is for you! "MotoGP: The Little Encyclopedia" is the perfect companion for both newcomers and die-hard fans of the world's most exciting motorcycle racing championship. 🔹 What will you find in this book? 🔹 🏆 The greatest riders in MotoGP history: Valentino Rossi, Marc Márquez, Casey Stoner, Mick Doohan, Jorge Lorenzo, Dani Pedrosa, and legends like Barry Sheene, Cal Crutchlow, Kenny Roberts, Nicky Hayden, and ...

Toby Price has lived a truly remarkable life, filled with ups, downs and every bump in the road imaginable: a childhood racing prodigy from the tender age of two - there was hardly a paddock that could contain him. After tearing through the junior ranks, taking out titles in both dirt track and motocross, Toby was living the dream, turning pro at 16 and joining the formidable KTM Racing team. Soon he was turning heads internationally and tapped to take on the most forbidding enduro courses the sport could throw at him.

Your life is an adventure, ride it! The great thing about motorcycles is it demands our attention and respect. We live in a very connected world and sometimes the only way to disconnect is to connect to your motorcycle. Whatever is going on in your life gets put aside for the ride. It is a beautiful thing. This audiobook was written for new riders and riders returning to riding after a hiatus. It will get you started and what you want out of riding. See why motorcyclists are some of the happiest people you'll meet.

On Rails: Navigating Alcoholism and Building a Million Dollar Racing Brand tells the gripping story of Tim Estenson, a former flat-track motorcycle racer turned successful entrepreneur who battled alcoholism from a young age. It's not just a tale of a man living a motorcycle racer lifestyle, but a story of recovery, spirituality, and more.

Life comes at you fast when you’re traveling 180 miles per hour. For Ted Giovanis, it’s also where you can learn the most valuable lessons. In forty-eight accessible and inspiring chapters, he shares the experience he’s gained since starting an auto racing career at age forty-six, a ride of three decades that is still in overdrive. He shows you how the tools of racing and the teamwork within it are applicable to life and business.

El streamer de Fórmula 1 de referencia en España explica las claves de su pasión por el mayor espectáculo del mundo. De primeras, la Fórmula 1 es una competición complicada de seguir. Es normal volverse loco con los mil y un aspectos necesarios para comprender, saber leer y, sobre todo, disfrutar un Gran Premio. Es imposible amar la Fórmula 1 sin entender su contexto, pero, una vez lo entiendes, no puedes despegarte de ella. Cuando la locura se apodera de esta competición —algo que sucede con frecuencia—, no hay deporte que se le acerque.

NASCAR has traditionally been a Southern white man’s sport, but it was knocked off its axis when Bill Lester entered the playing field. He had not grown up in the sport as so many other drivers had. Instead, he enjoyed racing as a side hobby while he worked as an engineer at Hewlett-Packard. Then, at age 40, while standing on the brink of peril or promise, he quit his job to pursue racing full-time. Blessed with natural talent, Bill still had a trifecta of odds against him: He was Black, he was middle-aged, and he wasn’t a Southerner.

⚠️ LOOKING FOR THE 2026 RULES RESET? This edition covers the Formula 1 era up to 2025. If you want the latest info on the 2026 Regulations, the entry of Cadillac, and the new Active Aero cars, please search for the 2026 Edition of this title. Ready to trade your couch for a checkered flag and feel the heart-pounding rush of Formula 1? Zero to Sixty (Laps) is your ultimate, hilariously entertaining guide to the high-octane world of F1. Buckle up as we dive into roaring engines, blistering speed, fierce rivalries, and the occasional (very public) meltdown. With a perfect blend of insider ...

This essential Module 1 Motorcycle Test preparation will help you prepare and understand what will happen on test day. There is no better way to prepare for the Module One motorcycle test. This guide has been designed by professional motorcycle instructors to help you achieve a first time pass. The Motorcycle Riders Hub Mod 1 training guide gives a clear and thorough explanation to learner riders embarking on their test.

'On the Grid is incredibly special. I loved every thoughtfully written word' Will Buxton 'Luke is one of the foremost journalists within the paddock. His book draws the curtain back on our sport... Very few titles have covered the stories of the unsung members of the F1 community in this level...

For nearly forty years he has ruthlessly exploited and dominated Formula One motor racing, and now he is setting his sights further afield...This is the true story of Bernie Ecclestone, the street-smart, working-class kid who masterminded the transformation of Formula One from an amateur sport of the fifties into a global billion dollar industry of the 21st century.

Michael Schumacher was de eerste zevenvoudig wereldkampioen Formule 1 en is nog altijd houder van een aantal imposante records in de autosport. Dit boek vertelt het leven van een Formule 1-legende, vanaf zijn eerste meters in een kart tot zijn beginjaren als autocoureur en zijn negentien succesvolle én minder gelukkige jaren in de F1. Hij was van 1991 tot en met 2006 en van 2010 tot en met 2012 actief in de F1. Met zijn professionele aanpak, ijzeren trainingsdiscipline en totale toewijding heeft hij een nieuwe standaard gezet voor coureurs.

From dominating the karting tracks of East Anglia to the top of the podium in Formula 3 and Formula 2, George Russell has now fully established himself as a rising Formula 1 star. After cutting his teeth as a driver with Williams, in 2022 he signed a lucrative contract with Mercedes, highlighting the extent of his raw talent. Driving for Mercedes, Russell has been confirmed as the designated successor to none other than Lewis Hamilton. As Hamilton's heir-apparent, will this protégé manage to follow in the footsteps of the greatest F1 driver of all time?