Roadcraft is the handbook for police driver training and other advanced drivers concerned about safety. Roadcraft has been designed to include current best practice in police driving and learning design. It has been prepared under the guidance of a working group of experienced police driving instructors who have consulted widely with police and civilian experts. Roadcraft is essential for any driver who wishes to improve their driving skills and safety record. It also provides a valuable resource for driving instructors who wish to raise driving standards.  (ISBN:0-11-340858-7)

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   Goodwood Festival of Speed by Richard Sutton

A celebration in words and pictures of the world’s biggest and most diverse classic motor sports event. Featuring over 600 photographs -- many exclusive to the Goodwood collection -- and with contributions from a host of leading motor sport writers (including an introduction by Murray Walker), fans from all over the world can indulge themselves in this key book on this most cherished occasion in sport.   (ISBN:0-00718235-X)

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Motor Racing at Brands Hatch in the Seventies by Chas Parker  

During the 1970s, Brands Hatch was the busiest motor racing circuit in the world. Using previously unpublished photographs and on-the-spot accounts of events, this book provides a personal view of the venue's events during its heyday, and paints an affectionate picture of British motor racing at its very best. It is the latest title in the sporting nostalgia series "Those Were The Days...". A spectator's, rather than a competitor's view of Brands Hatch, with personal reminiscences and anecdotes. It features a history of Brands Hatch racetrack during its heyday, with atmospheric accounts of the main races of the period. All the photographs in the book are previously unpublished.   (ISBN:1-904788-06-8)

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   The Technique of Motor Racing by Piero Taruffi

In his prophetic foreword to the Technique of Motor Racing, Fangio anticipates the importance Piero Taruffi’s book would have been for a generation of new drivers. Trained as both a racing driver and an industrial engineer, Taruffi provides a unique perspective on the art and science of motor racing. He drove for the works teams of Ferrari, Maserati, Alfa Romeo, Mercedes-Benz, and others, in a career that spanned over 25 years and was crowned by his victory in the 1957 Mille Miglia. The Technique of Motor Racing was first published in 1959 and has become the standard by which other driving texts are measured.  (ISBN:0-8376-0228-9)

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Going Faster! Mastering the Art of Race Driving from The Skip Barber Racing School  

Going Faster! is the first book on race driving to do what none of the others can: it reveals the collective wisdom Skip Barber Racing School instructors have accumulated over the past 25 years. It includes invaluable driver insights, detailed diagrams and the latest techniques for race data analysis. It contains the fundamentals of the racing line, corner-exit speed and braking; mastering car control for maximum speed; real-time data acquisition using the MRG/Skip Barber Performance Monitor to show how the fastest drivers reduce lap times; accurate diagrams of real race tracks, demonstrating the techniques used in real-world racing; in-depth analysis of the physical skills: pedal modulation, gear changing, steering input, etc and how specific race cars handle, from Formula Dodge and Showroom Stock to Indy Cars, including tyre choices, chassis adjustments and driving modifications. Going Faster! is the race-driving bible for the active race driver, the racer-to-be, and the auto-racing fan who wants to learn what really makes the difference between first and second place.  (ISBN:0-8376-0226-9)

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   Track Day Driver's Guide by Art Markus

Speed cameras and traffic calming devices have forced drivers of high performance cars off the road and on to purpose-built test tracks. This book explains how to get the best out of track days through skilled driving and careful car preparation. Whether the driver is a track day virgin or a veteran, and whether he or she drives a standard road car or one fully prepared to competition specification, they should find there is much to be learned within these pages. This includes how to prepare the car - and oneself - for the first track day; how to optimise the seating position; how to choose and use safety equipment; what can be done to improve the performance of the car; track day etiquette; and much more besides.  (ISBN:1-899870598)

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Motor Racing Circuits in England: Then & Now by Peter Swinger  

From the earliest days of the internal combustion engine there has been an imperative to compete vehicles both in terms of speed and endurance. Although the Formula One world championship is the pinnacle of motor sport, at a lesser level there is a vast network of circuits at which competitive motor racing takes place every weekend from spring to autumn. In this book, Peter Swinger has gathered together a fascinating selection of photographs and memorabilia to illustrate the changing face of motorsport circuits in Britain from the earliest days of competitive motor racing at the start of the 20th century to the present day. Many of the circuits, such as Brooklands, Silverstone, Brands Hatch and Donington Park, are amongst the best-known names in sport and although some, such as Brooklands, are now but memories in sporting terms, other still draw enthusiasts through their gates in huge numbers for car or bike racing. Fans of the country’s less well known motor racing venues will also not be disappointed as smaller circuits such as Davidstow, Debden and Lulsgate are included in this book. For all those interested in motor racing, this book is a fascinating portrait of the huge changes that have taken place in the sport since its earliest days a century ago as well as a nostalgic look back at classic motor racing memories.  (ISBN:0-7110-2796-X)

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   The Magnificent 7 by Chris Rees

A guide to all the models of the Lotus and Caterham Seven, from 1957 to 2001. It presents a full model listing for each of the cars, from the Lotus Seven S1 Ford, also known as 7F, through to the Caterham Blackbird and Caterham Autosport 50th. It covers the specification and driving impressions for each of the Lotus and Caterham Sevens, together with a guide to purchase and restoration, a summary of the main developments and useful contacts.  (ISBN:1-85960-848-5)

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Racers for the Road by John Tipler  

This book chronicles the saga of the Lotus Seven including the series 2 and 3 during the 1960s - when it won fame in "The Prisoner" TV series. John Tipler shows how the various structural components of the car are manufactured and interviews key figures in the Seven's evolution. He also looks at the eventful history of the Seven in club racing and takes the reader through the current UK racing scene.  (ISBN:1-85223-858-5)

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   Caterham Sevens by Chris Rees

The official story of a unique British sports car. The fascinating story which traces the Seven's birth, rebirth, development and international racing records.  (ISBN:0-94798-197-7)

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Lotus Seven by Jeremy Coulter  

A history of the Lotus Seven, giving a flavour of the enthusiasm, excitement and humour associated with this 'Legend in it's own Lifetime'.  (ISBN:0-94798-171-3)

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   Restoration, Preparation, Maintenance by Tony Weale

Tony Weale is the specialist for the 7. He covers every aspect of restoration, tuning, engine options and parts compatibility. Complete with all the necessary data on servicing schedules, engine options and unit compatibility. Filled with over 250 illustrations and comprehensive technical diagrams. A must for the owner!  (ISBN:1-85532-153-X)

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On the Road: Driving Adventures, Pleasures and Discoveries by Peter Schindler  

There are a million books about cars, but none about driving, until now: "On the Road" unashamedly celebrates the pleasures of driving. "On the Road" is full of stunning photographs of magnificent roads, breath-taking landscapes and people at one with their cars. The book is about driving experiences around the world, told by a man who has had a life-long passion for driving. "On the Road" takes the reader on a journey, discovering how beautiful and refreshing driving, and life, can be. (ISBN:988-98256-1-9)

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   Classic Motorsport Routes by Richard Meaden

This is a spectacular book guiding you through the circuits, roads and tracks that have helped shape more than a century of motorsport. From the great road races of the Mille Miglia and the Targa Florio, to the gruelling hillclimb of the legendary Pikes Peak in the heart of America - "Classic Motorsport Routes" guides you through some of the most spectacular and legendary routes that you can drive today. Top motoring writer Richard Meaden of "Evo" magazine, takes you through thirty evocative routes across four continents. You will discover breathtaking scenery including the majestic Rocky Mountains in North America, to the haunting pine forests of Northern Europe, and the dusty, sun-baked villages of Sicily. "Classic Motorsport Routes" is beautifully illustrated in full colour, with each route offering a detailed, high-quality map. Including some of the great motor racing circuits of the past, all are now public roads, so there's nothing to stop you getting out there and driving them yourself...   (ISBN:978-0-7495-5225-1)

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