Sweet Rides

By Katharine Bailey

Book Overview

Racy Mazzeratis, terrain-chewing Hummers, fancy stretch limousines - we all daydream about seeing ourselves in these flashy kinds of vehicles. This dynamic new book showcases dream cars of all kinds, including sports cars, luxury cars, retro cars, and SUVs. A look at breakout designs from the past and trends of the future is highlighted by easy-to-read text and large, colorful images. Topics include - early luxury rides of the 1920s and 1930s - the influence of WWII on car production - the assembly line and the new era of consumerism - cars of the stars - sweet interior features, including hot tubs, pool tables, and GPS navigation systems - influential designers, including Harley Earl, Enzo Ferrari, Ferdinand Porsche, and Lee Iacocca

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0778730085
• ISBN13: 9780778730088
• Release Date: October 2006
• Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 11.2"
• Age Range: 8 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 6