Race cars that are also street legal? Young readers can learn about the evolution of rally cars, the huge courses they race on, and the unique format of their races.
Hydroplanes travel across the water toward the finish line at incredible speeds. One wrong move can send the entire vehicle into a serious crash. Learn about the history and the construction of these lightweight speed-machines.
Hot rods are modified cars with huge engines, custom paint-jobs and high linear speeds. Find out where the idea to make these cars came from and the enthusiasm that keeps them around today.
How fast can a dragster speed down a short distance of track? Explore the technology that makes these vehicles lightweight, aerodynamic, and incredibly fast!
Sprint cars are small, speedy race cars that can be raced on paved or dirt tracks. Explore the history and technology of these compact, high-powered speed machines.
Trucks equipped with four-wheel drive are able to travel over many difficult kinds of terrain. Explore the history of 4x4 trucks and the technology that makes it possible for them to travel almost anywhere.
Funny cars get their name from their appearance. Their back wheels are much larger than the front tires. Learn about the history and technology behind these strange-looking race cars.
Roller coasters offer fast, sky-high thrills. The longest roller coaster is Japans Steel Dragon. It is 8, 133 feet long! Kids will discover how roller coasters work and the technology behind future models.
With loud, spinning rotors, military helicopters can reach speeds of up to 250 miles per hour! Young children will discover the history of military helicopters and the technological advancements being added to them for the future.
The high maneuverability and speed of jet fighters cause pilots to experience g-forces nine times that of gravity! Young readers will learn about the technology and future of these powerful military aircraft.
Top Fuel drivers and their cars race one-on-one in a straight line. Drag racing is one of the most popular forms of auto racing, and Top Fuel dragsters are the fastest dragsters around. Young readers will explore the technology that enables top fuel dragsters to travel faster than 330 miles per hour!
Formula 1 cars are fast, open-wheel race cars used in the Formula 1 circuit. They can reach speeds up to 220 miles (360 kilometers) per hour. Kids will learn about the history of Formula 1 cars, the parts of a Formula 1 car, and the races in which these cars compete.
Muscle cars are street cars with large, powerful engines capable of reaching high speeds. Classic muscle cars were made in the 1960s and 1970s. Young readers will learn the history of muscle cars, the parts of a muscle car, and about muscle cars coming out today.
Sports cars are one or two-passenger vehicles that have a low center of gravity and steering designed for precise control at high speeds. Young learners will explore the history of sports cars, the parts that make up a sports car, and how they are used in racing.
Concept cars are made to introduce new ideas and designs. They are first shown to the public at car shows. Young readers will learn about the history of concept cars, how concept cars are designed, and how they are displayed at car shows.
