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Self-driving cars sound fantastical and futuristic, and yet they'll soon be on every street in America. Whether it's Tesla's Autopilot, Google's Waymo, Mercedes' Distronic, or Uber's modified Volvos, companies around the world are developing autonomous cars. But why? And what will they mean for the auto industry and humanity at large? In Robot, Take the Wheel, famed automotive expert Jason Torchinsky gives a colorful account of the development of autonomous vehicles and their likely implications.

Written by Mirror Finish Detailing owner, Frank Canna, the Automobile Detailing Guide includes valuable information about how-to safely clean, polish and wax your car just like a professional. How-to apply cleaners, polishes, waxes. How-to avoid surface damage. How-to clean and protect upholstery and carpets. All information is based on Mr. Canna's more than 30 years experience operating his own detailing business in Southern New Jersey. The following information is an outline of what is included in the Automobile Detailing Guide. CHAPTER 1 HOW-TO DETAIL This chapter provides an ...

Conquer the ASE A3: Manual Drive Train and Axle Diagnosis is a streamlined, no-fluff study guide designed to help technicians efficiently prepare for the ASE A3 certification exam. This concise reference supports focused review by emphasizing foundational principles, diagnostic approaches, and service procedures related to manual transmissions, clutches, driveshafts, and differentials. Rather than providing exhaustive content, the book highlights core topics that commonly appear on the exam, helping readers recognize and reinforce areas where further study may be needed. Covering key ...

Based on knowledge from the world's leading experts, you will learn how to make the right decisions when you are shopping for a used car. You'll discover the secret to finding the best deals and knowing when the best time to buy is. This book will help you make sure that you get into the car that you need today.

Unlock the full potential of your exotic car with this comprehensive cheats, hacks, hints, tips, and tricks guide. From mastering advanced driving techniques to the intricacies of performance tuning, this book is your go-to resource for elevating your ownership experience. Navigate the world of exotic cars with confidence, learning how to maintain, customize, and optimize your high-performance machine.

Yarns and memories that capture the experience of driving Australia’s outback roads, gathered by the inimitable Bill ‘Swampy’ Marsh. Whether they’re carting produce, stock, fuel or even (unbeknown to them) dead bodies, there’s one thing that can be said about outback truckies - they’re a colourful bunch. Meet the outback truckies who brave interminable distances, searing heat, raging floodwaters and foot-deep bulldust to transport goods and livestock all across this vast land, serving as lifelines not just to those in the bush but to those in cities as well.

Your Vehicle Is an Extension of You! is an all-encompassing book that addresses the philosophy of proactive auto care and how our vehicles reflect how we see and the strategies we employ to improve ourselves. As long as we improve ourselves, we improve our families and communities. We improve driving and motor safety overall. We also connect with our children in a fashion that is applicable far beyond simply keeping the vehicle clean; this is addressed in tools noted in the book....

Conquer the ASE B4: Structural Damage Analysis and Frame Alignment is a concise, practical guide tailored for collision repair professionals seeking to reinforce their knowledge and skills for the ASE B4 certification. This guide walks readers through essential topics such as vehicle measurement, structural repair techniques, welding standards, frame alignment, and OEM repair procedures. Each chapter is carefully structured to focus on real-world applications and critical repair decision-making. This guide is not a full-length textbook or practice test bank, but a streamlined overview to ...

Conquer the ASE T1: Gasoline Engine Repair in Heavy-Duty Trucks is a concise, targeted study guide created to help aspiring diesel and truck technicians master the fundamentals of gasoline engine service and repair in a heavy-duty context. This book is designed to supplement—not replace—more comprehensive textbooks, online prep courses, or full-length practice exams. Each chapter zeroes in on a key domain outlined in the ASE T1 certification blueprint. You’ll explore core topics such as engine performance diagnosis, ignition and fuel system troubleshooting, valve train adjustments, ...

Conquer the ASE G1: Auto Maintenance, Light Repair, and Service Procedures is your focused companion for preparing to take the G1 certification exam. This streamlined guide is ideal for students, apprentices, and working technicians who want a solid overview of core automotive service concepts without wading through an overwhelming amount of detail. The book breaks down fundamental areas such as oil and filter changes, tire maintenance, battery checks, brake inspections, engine performance, and routine diagnostic strategies. It reinforces essential procedures, safety protocols, and real-...

I am a middle-class guy with a family and a very active lifestyle. We purchased a new electric car in the low $20,000 price range. This car turned out to be one of the best decisions we have ever made for our finances, time management, and overall happiness. I share my personal experience with all the details of deciding on the purchase, driving attributes, cost of charging, winter driving, and maintenance costs. You will learn everything there is to know about owning and driving an electric vehicle, and learn how an EV can be fun, economical, and reliable.

This is the second edition of "Volkswagen: a Car for the People - a Success Story." The first edition was published in 2011 and has been read by more than 39,000 people from 185 countries. It has been most popular among air-cooled Volkswagen enthusiasts. The book tells the fascinating story of the history behind Volkswagen, especially behind the original air-cooled Volkswagen Beetle Sedan and its many derivatives. The history began with Dr. Ferdinand Porsche, Sr., his contemporary Dr. Hans Ledwinka and with their unique engineering ideas including horizontally-opposed cylinders (the "boxer ...

Satisfy your dream collector-car desires with this one-stop reference for starting or expanding your collection beyond traditional classics and muscle cars. Focusing on the interests and needs of Generation X and Millennial car collectors, The NextGen Guide to Car Collecting offers a concise history of car collecting to present day, guidance on car buying and living the car-collector life, and an overview of collector cars with a focus on cars built from the 1970s through the 1990s while also touching on more contemporary cars.

From the Model T to the SUV, Autophobia reveals that our vexed relationship with the automobile is nothing new. In fact, debates over whether cars are forces of good or evil in our world have raged for over a century now, ever since the automobile was invented. According to Brian Ladd, this love and hate relationship we share with our cars is the defining quality of the automotive age.

Conquer the ASE B3: Non-Structural Damage Analysis and Repair is a focused, accessible guide designed to help collision repair professionals prepare for the ASE B3 certification exam. This concise study tool offers a clear review of key topics such as body panel repair, dent removal, corrosion protection, adhesive bonding, fastener systems, and plastic component restoration. You’ll gain insight into how to identify, plan, and execute effective non-structural repairs according to OEM procedures and safety standards. While not a full textbook or practice test bank, this guide is an ideal ...

Conquer the ASE T4: Truck Brake Systems and Component Service is a clear and concise guide tailored to help technicians prepare for the ASE T4 certification exam. Designed for those who already have some knowledge of heavy-duty truck systems, this book focuses specifically on the principles and components of air brake systems, including service brakes, parking brakes, and emergency systems. Readers will explore the function of slack adjusters, brake chambers, valves, and ABS components, gaining real-world insights into how these systems operate and fail. The book emphasizes system ...

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, ...

There’s never been a better time to go for a drive. Cars invite passion. The first step is embracing the itch and acting on it. Learn how to choose your perfect weekend car, hunt for it, and make the deal. Then, find peace in the wrenches with tips on taking the plunge into maintaining your ride, including how your car can be an opportunity to tear your kids away from their screens and strengthen your bond with them. Next, explore the joy of driving, from scenic byways to taking your car to its performance limit.

A collection of short stories, including many photos, of the author's experiences building, buying, enjoying, fixing, showing, racing, and selling classic cars, while being active in his local car culture as a family man. There is an underlying thread, which follows the successful build of a built-from-scratch fake Lotus 7 "Locost", a project which took over six years to be roadworthy. The author infuses some humor into the writing, but maintains an appreciation and respect for American car culture.

You've heard that driving stick gives you more control of your car in every situation from a passing maneuver to descending a snowy hill. You've heard driving a stick shift car is more economical at the gas pump. You've heard it's more fun. But you've also heard it's hard to learn: There are gearshifts to master, your engine can stall, your car can roll backwards on a hill, and understanding the clutch is a nightmare.