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The Hatchback of Notre Dame includes many memorable Car Talk classics, including Morley Safer of CBS' Sixty Minutes displaying a downright embarrassing obsession with his Peugeot and space shuttle astronaut John Grunsfeld, who calls from Hawaii. (Well, 700 miles over Hawaii, actually). And there's one of Click and Clack's all-time favorite callers - their pal, Dave from Bemidji - sharing the sordid tale of his journey to Alaska.

Twenty-six classic car stories covering a wide array of classic car culture. From racing a rolling restoration 1957 M.G.A. on an off-road rallycross track, to a lively discussion of whether cars should be considered art, the stories cross many sub-cultures. Story topics include: the history of road racing, restoration projects, swap meets, classic car shows, track days, autocross, time-speed-distance rallies, drag racing, adult soap-box racing and more. The stories take place across the nation, from the Portland (Oregon) International Raceway to the Lime Rock Historic Festival in ...

Domine el examen ASE A6: Su guía de sistemas eléctricos y electrónicos es una guía de estudio esencial para los técnicos de automoción que se preparan para la certificación ASE A6. Este completo recurso profundiza en todos los aspectos de los sistemas eléctricos y electrónicos de los vehículos, proporcionando explicaciones detalladas, ejemplos del mundo real y estrategias expertas para el examen. La guía cubre los principios fundamentales de la electricidad, incluyendo voltaje, corriente y resistencia, así como temas avanzados tales como controles de motor computarizados, ...

Knowledge is power. Let this book walk you through each step in your truck driving career from prospective student to becoming a trainer.

Trust me - It was really tough for me to learn how to drive a truck and get my CDL. It was even tougher dealing with a company that often did not have my best interests at heart. I had to learn by costly trial and error without a mentor to guide me. I wrote this book for you because I don't want you to suffer this same fate.

Do you love cars? Do you love interesting stories about start-ups? Do you love crazy stories about founders and their ups and downs? This book, and the books in this series, are for YOU.

Maxwell Motor was one of the leading automobile producers in the United States during the first quarter of the 20th century, and its cars offered several innovations to buyers of the time. Maxwell's was the first popular car with its engine in front instead of under the body, the first to be designed with three-point suspension and shaft drive, and one of the earliest cars to feature thermo-syphon cooling. Anthony J. Yanik examines the machines, the process, and the men behind Maxwell.

Conquer the ASE L2 Exam: Your Guide to Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis is an in-depth study guide for technicians seeking ASE certification in advanced diesel diagnostics. This guide covers critical topics necessary for diagnosing complex diesel engine issues, such as powertrain systems, electronic control modules (ECM), and emissions controls. With detailed explanations on topics like turbocharging, DPF regeneration, SCR systems, and fuel injection, the book provides a foundation in understanding how modern diesel engines manage performance, efficiency, and emissions. It emphasizes the ...

Conquer the ASE H6 Exam: Your Guide to Electrical and Electronic Systems for Transit Buses provides a comprehensive resource for technicians seeking ASE certification in electrical and electronic systems. This guide covers essential topics, including general electrical diagnosis, battery and starting system testing, charging system repair, lighting system troubleshooting, and related vehicle systems. Each chapter delves deeply into the concepts and practical skills required to identify and resolve issues with transit bus electrical systems. From understanding basic electrical theory, using ...

Tom Cotter undertakes his most epic adventure in America’s Greatest Road Trip. Launching from Key West, Florida, Cotter and photographer Michael Alan Ross pilot their Ford Bronco/Airstream camper combination nearly 9,000 miles to America’s literal end of the road in Deadhorse, Alaska.

To an outsider, Toyota is hard to understand. The company moves forward gradually while also advancing in big leaps. It is frugal with its resources while spending extravagantly on people and projects. It is both efficient and redundant.

This book is an extremely concise study guide designed to help school bus technicians prepare for the ASE S1-S7 certification exams. It does not include practice questions or provide comprehensive coverage of all exam topics. Instead, it serves as a streamlined reference, summarizing key concepts and principles to help readers focus on essential areas for further study. The guide covers major school bus systems, including body structure, diesel engines, drivetrain components, brakes, suspension, electrical systems, and HVAC. Each chapter breaks down core principles, common failures, and ...

Conquer the ASE T7: HVAC Systems for Truck Climate Control is a concise, practical guide for technicians preparing for the ASE T7 certification. This unofficial study aid breaks down the essential concepts of heavy-duty truck heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems in a structured, easy-to-follow format. Covering topics such as refrigerant recovery, compressor diagnostics, system pressures, and airflow troubleshooting, the book helps readers focus on the most test-relevant content without overwhelming detail. This guide is designed to supplement more comprehensive training...

Conquer the ASE T3: Drive Train Systems for Medium and Heavy Trucks is a concise and focused exam preparation guide designed to support technicians pursuing ASE certification. This book offers a streamlined introduction to the core principles and systems that make up the modern truck drivetrain, including clutches, transmissions, driveshafts, axles, and power dividers. Rather than attempting to cover every possible exam question or component detail, this guide is designed to help readers identify high-priority content areas and deepen their understanding of key mechanical relationships, ...

"Conquer the ASE B4 Exam: Your Guide to Structural Analysis & Damage Repair" is a comprehensive guide designed to help aspiring auto body technicians pass the ASE B4 exam. This exam assesses an individual’s knowledge of structural damage repair, frame alignment, and welding techniques—skills essential to professionals in collision repair. The guide provides an in-depth understanding of damage analysis, equipment usage, and advanced repair techniques for structural components like frames and unibody structures. It discusses vital topics such as frame straightening, structural panel ...

The collision repair industry is a tough one, to be sure, and many repair shop owners are stuck with low-percentage profitability. Whether it's because they aren't on top of their numbers or they're having difficulty retaining quality technicians, it's something shop owners experience industry-wide. Gavin has formulated an effective blend of software and consultancy to help repair shop owners zero in on the root causes of the challenges they experience in their businesses.

This book details what emissions cars and trucks are creating, how they are harmful and an explanation of the technologies that are used to reduce those emissions. A great listen for someone who wants to learn more about the topic, out of curiosity or a need for understanding as a new technician. Written by an automotive trade school instructor.

Jerry Crabb and his white and red 12x sprint car were familiar sights at Knoxville Raceway and central Iowa tracks in the 1990s and early 2000s, mainly in the 360 class. He began racing motocross in the ’60s and raced flat-track motorcycles, three-wheelers, four-wheelers, and nearly anything else with wheels, well into the 2010s. However, he didn’t set foot in a sprint car until the age of 47 in 1990, at the spring World of Outlaws race in Knoxville. He was the winner of the 1998 Masters Classic at Knoxville. Learn about the old-school and charismatic Crabb, the interesting cast of ...

This book is a concise study guide designed to help military vehicle technicians prepare for the ASE MIL1-MIL8 certification exams. It does not contain practice questions or provide exhaustive coverage of every exam topic. Instead, it serves as a focused review of core principles, allowing readers to reinforce their understanding and identify areas that require further study. Each chapter covers essential aspects of military tactical wheeled vehicle maintenance, including diesel engine systems, drivetrain components, chassis integrity, suspension and steering, electrical diagnostics, HVAC ...

The car world is full of fascinating characters, but few have a story to tell quite as remarkable and inspirational as Tom Hartley. Walking out of school at the age of 11, unable to read or write, Hartley set up his own business buying and selling cars. From that moment on he defied logic and ripped up the rule book on his way to the top. Today he runs one of the most successful independent family run luxury, performance and classic car businesses in the world, and has built up an unrivalled reputation as 'The Dealmaker.'

Conquer the ASE H7 Exam: Your Guide to Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) for Transit Buses is a comprehensive study guide designed to help technicians prepare for the ASE H7 certification exam. This guide provides in-depth explanations of key HVAC system components, such as compressors, evaporators, condensers, and refrigerants. It covers essential topics like refrigerant handling, system diagnostics, and repair strategies for both cooling and heating systems. The book begins by explaining the core principles of heat transfer and refrigeration, ensuring readers understand ...