Books in Superwheels and Thrill Sports series

Introduces airplane racing with a discussion of its history, the types of airplanes used, and the current racing classes.

Presents a description and history of some of the luxury cars, such as the Pierce-Arrow Silver Arrow, the Cadillac V-16, and the Rolls-Royce Phantom III, now part of the famous Harrah Automobile Collection in Reno, Nevada.

An introduction to the increasingly popular motorized bicycles, including their design, operation, and maintenance.

Discusses the sport of vintage car racing describing its history, the cars used, the different types of races, safety, and rules. Also gives information on how to find and restore a vintage car and the names of vintage racing clubs.

An overview of the development of fire-fighting equipment from horsedrawn steamers to modern service tanks

Closely examines the designs and uses of antique planes built before World War II and classic planes built between 1945 and 1950

Explores mountaineering from the simplest rock climbs to more treacherous ascents, explaining techniques, equipment, special problems, and describing some famous climbs such as the Matterhorn, Annapurna, and Everest.

Discusses the history and technology of small airplanes, the qualifications needed for piloting them, and their practical and recreational uses.

Describes the lives and the racing careers of four well-known American race car drivers: Parnelli Jones, Richard Petty, A. J. Foyt, and Mark Donohue.

Traces the history of the bicycle from the development of the French cÂelÂerifÁere in the 1790's to 10-speed bikes of today.

Discusses the history, design, construction, and testing of amateur-built airplanes.

Introduces antique, classic, and special interest cars, their restoration, and old car collecting and competitions.