Vroom, vroom, Coyotes! With SEMA and Formula One lining up on their marks, we’re highlighting books in our collection that are sure to delight any car enthusiast or racing fanatic. Whether you’re into classic cars or curious about electric vehicles, we’ve curated some books for you!
Bring yourself up to speed on the history of the automobile, the retail car industry, specific makes and models, auto repair, and more. The Automotive book displays at each of the three campuses will highlight all things car and transportation related through October. We’ve even included some e-book options below. On your mark, get set, GO!
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Title: How to Buy & Sell Collector Cars Author: Patrick Krook Location: MasterFILE Complete Details: Learn how to maximize your profits and savings when buying and selling collector cars. This e-book takes you from being a novice to a seasoned buyer/seller while you enjoy the adventure of car collecting. |
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Title: A Brief History of Motion: From the Wheel, to the Car, to What Comes Next Author: Tom Standage Location: Charleston campus library [Call Number: HE151 .S727 2021] Details: This provocative account of personal transportation explores how cars have shaped societies and cultures over millennia. |
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Title: Junkyards, Gearheads, and Rust Salvaging the Automotive Past Author: David N. Lucsko Location: MasterFILE Complete Details: Does a retired car become scrap metal or salvaged treasure? This e-book provides a tour of salvage yards and wrecked or otherwise out-of-service cars in the U.S. from the point of view of car enthusiasts. |
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Title: Formula 1: The Official History Author: Maurice Hamilton Location: North Las Vegas campus library [Call Number: GV1029.12 .H36 2024] Details: Now that the Formula One World Championship races through our Las Vegas streets, it might be time to brush up on your F1 knowledge. This book provides an illustrated look at the legendary history of Formula 1. |
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Title: Electric Cars Author: James Taylor Location: EBSCOhost Details: When are we getting those hovercars? Until then, this e-book will entertain you with a deeper understanding about a more recent mode of transportation, electric cars. |
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Title: The Sack of Detroit: General Motors and the End of American Enterprise Author: Kenneth Whyte Location: Henderson campus library [Call Number: HD9710.U52 G388 2021] Details: General Motors was once a titan of the automotive world that contributed to the financial growth and affluence of 1950s America. This book details the epic rise and eventual fall of the U.S. automotive industry, highlighting a convergence of politics, business, and innovation. |
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