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The Science of Supercars

The Science of Supercars The Technology That Powers the Greatest Cars in the World

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Publisher's Synopsis

Trace the evolution of the supercar through the technology that drives it.



With an introduction by David Coulthard.



This is the definitive story of the science behind the art of supercar design. Written by bestselling author Martin Roach and featuring bespoke technical illustrations from F1 insider Neil Waterman, plus contributions from the biggest names in the supercar world, including:

  • Adrian Newey - legend of Formula 1 design

  • Gordon Murray - creator of the McLaren F1

  • Achim Anscheidt - chief designer of the Bugatti Chiron

  • Tony Hatter - Porsche design guru

  • Horacio Pagani - founder of Pagani

  • Nigel Mansell - Formula 1 world champion

  • Christian von Koenigsegg - founder of Koenigsegg



And many, many more.

From the earliest supercharged monsters to the complex machines of today, The Science of Supercars traces the evolution of the supercar through the technology that powers it.

About the Publisher

Mitchell Beazley

Mitchell Beazley is a long established family reference publisher producing books on a wide range of subjects including cookery, gardening, reference, natural history as well as leading the way with its award winning wine titles and bestselling antiques books under the Miller brand.

Book information

ISBN: 9781784723637
Publisher: Octopus
Imprint: Mitchell Beazley
Pub date:
DEWEY: 629.2221
DEWEY edition: 23
Language: English
Number of pages: 224
Weight: 936g
Height: 200mm
Width: 253mm
Spine width: 24mm