Transport & Driving Books

Includes sometimes-a-bit-on-fire goodness of the Top Gear TV programme. This book provides: 27 previously unknown facts about the Stig; some of the powerful cars ever to attack the track; the raunchy story of Richard Hammond's love affair with a small Opel; and, a guide to May-style sheds for the modern gentleman.

Useful for all road-users in England, Scotland and Wales, this book contains the rules of the road, some of which are legal requirements and must be adhered to, in order to avoid penalty - fines, penalty points, disqualification or even prison. It also includes a reference for the rules to the legislation that creates the offence.

Suitable for learner car drivers, this title features car drivers' theory test question-bank valid from 1 September 2008 (for 2008/09). It features easy-to-use format - questions, answers and full DSA explanations in one page, It also contains The Official Highway Code .

An official theory test kit from the Driving Standards Agency. It contains two key electronic products to help you prepare for the multiple-choice and hazard perception parts of the theory test: The Official DSA Theory Test for Car Drivers and The Official Highway Code CD-ROM ; and, The Official DSA Guide to Hazard Perception DVD .

Helps you improve your driving standard and stay safe on the road. This comprehensive guide to traffic regulations and laws provides information on roads and road markings, motorways, traffic signs, documentation, the road user and the law, and more. It is suitable for all drivers - not just those learning to drive.

From the glamorous drivers on the great mainline locomotives to everyday commuters and trainspotting schoolboys, this collection of stories gives a glimpse into the lives of those who lived and worked in the steam era.

Spanning the 1950s to the '80s, this work celebrates the heyday of the Dad car. It features great Dad cars from much loved family workhorses like the Ford Cortina and Vauxhall Viva to the rakish excitement and playground kudos of the Rover 3500 and Citroen CX.

There's more to life than cars. Jeremy Clarkson knows this. There is, after all a whole world out there just waiting to be discovered. So, before, he gets on to torque steer and active suspension, he takes time to consider: the madness of Galapagos tortoises, and the similarities between Jeremy Paxman and AC/DC's bass guitarist.

Suitable for all drivers - whether learner, experienced or instructor - to help them learn and maintain safe driving skills and improve their driving technique, this is an official industry-standard driving manual from DSA, the Driving Standards Agency.

Containing 1 CD and 2 DVDs, this learner driver electronic pack includes various theory test questions you could be asked from 1 September 2008 (valid for 2008/09) and contains a digital version of The Official Highway Code . It also provides what you need to prepare for and pass your theory and practical tests.

Includes various theory test questions for drivers of large vehicles, and explains the answers. This book also includes information about the theory test requirements for the Driver Certificate of Professional Competence. It helps you to prepare for the multiple choice part of the theory test.

A collection of some of the flashest, fastest, impractical cars found in the driveways. It explores the phenomenon of motoring and the midlife crisis, identifying over 50 classics of the genre across four decades.

Although The Official Highway Code contains most of the commonly used road signs which are prescribed by the Traffic Signs Regulations, it does not give a comprehensive explanation of our signing system. This is a suitable complimentary title to The Official Highway Code. It also illustrates and explains a majority of traffic signs.

Offers a history of the Morris Minor car. This book covers the post-70s vogue for restoring and rebuilding Morris Minors, the alarming habit of their bonnets to open at speed and entirely obscure your vision, their unreliable trunnions, and the esoteric photo exhibition devoted to abandoned Morris Minors on the West Coast of Ireland.

Hillier's famous text is now available as three brand new volumes. Endorsed by the IMI, Book 1 has been completely revised and updated, yet retains the valued explanations of traditional motor vehicle technology. It includes the new developments in mechanical systems now filtted to today's automobile and embraces electronic systems that are an everyday part of a technician's work.

The must have accessory for every girl with a car. This handy glove box sized book tells a girl everything she need to know about looking after her car.

A beautifully designed book with pull-outs in the style of BRUNEL: THE MAN WHO BUILT THE WORLD, telling the inside story of an icon with a special place in the affections of a nation.

Presents the inside story of Royal travel by train. This book examines various aspects of the Royals' favourite form of transport, including the rolling stock, the locomotives, the costs, operating routines, refreshments - and the decor in the Queen's personal saloon.

The legendary Avro Lancaster receives the famous Haynes manual treatment with the full co-operation and authorisation of the Royal Air Force. This book provides an insight into what it takes to restore and operate a Lancaster, as well as a wonderful insight into the engineering and construction of this remarkable aeroplane.