Backlist > Automotive / Transport

The Author, Les Pearson has developed an exceptional career in both repairing and restoring the Model 'A' Ford automobile. His many years of hands on experience have enabled him to be very knowledgeable on every aspect of these fine vehicles, especially right hand drive. Les thought it was time to share his expertise, and has written this 44 page booklet to help professionals and enthusiasts alike to maintain, their Model 'A' Fords, with originality in mind. Their is a wealth of technical information and hints. This book is a must ... read more

Between 1863 and 1971 the steam locomotive was the best known part of railways, and these steel kings of the steel road touched everyone’s lives. Stories abound regarding the steam locomotive and what made them special. This is a history of the steam locomotives owned by New Zealand’s national railway system. Numbering more than a thousand, they were enormously varied – ranging from little over five tons to almost 148 tons in weight, and from the occasional failure to trend-setting designs of international sign... read more

Designed for those who travel on the TranzAlpine train through the Southern Alps from Christchurch to Greymouth, and those who do the route by car or bus, this book contains general details and historic facts about each of the localities and features of interest to be seen on both railway and highway, listed in geographical order from Christchurch. Extra chapters on practicalities and stopovers round out the information, which is accompanied by 34 photos (31 in colour) and a map.

Austin, Hillman, Morris, Standard and Wolseley were a handful of the myriad marques that once constituted Britain's indigenous motor industry. Born in 1896 into the high summer of Victorian prosperity, the native British industry survived until the collapse of The Rover Group in 2005. Jonathan Wood chronicles its 109-year life, from its production of hand-made bespoke automobiles for the fortunate few to the arrival of mass production to provide cars for the many. He looks at the factories and the people who worked in them, and exa... read more

After VE Day in 1945 the British population returned enthusiastically to the road. But the cost and availability of both vehicles and fuel led to the post-war scene being dominated by motorcycles, most of them ex-military machines, eagerly snapped up for everyday use in an age when a family car remained just a dream for many. The British industry, meanwhile, was exhorted to 'export or die', and until well into the 1950s the majority of new British bikes were sold abroad. During this period, the industry - the largest and most impor... read more

Few spectator sports generate such excitement as Formula 1. The name refers to the most advanced and competitive of the FIA's racing formulae. It's a raw combination of speed, skill and that certain hint of daring. Journey back in time to the glory years of the 1960s. Marvel at the vintage cars, big-name champions and heart-stopping victories. All the big names are here: Jim Clark, Jacky Ickx, Jack Brabham--just to name a few. With Schlegelmich's compelling photographs, this exceptional volume takes fans so close they can almost sm... read more

Few brands conjure up the same status as Ferrari. Finely engineered for both beauty and performance, these evocative automobiles are true works of art — designed for the discerning, and priced for the privileged. This book of fine photography showcases the work of Günther Raupp, long linked to the prestigious marque. Mr. Raupp has photographed the Ferrari calendar for 25 years now. He lovingly handpicks his greatest work over the decades for this exciting showcase of legendary vehicles. Punchy, informative text leads us int... read more

An illustrated record of the Wellington railway system. David Parsons documents progress of the greater Wellington railway system and motive power development through to introduction of the new Matangi multiple units. Also covered are associated transport modes including tramways, the cable car, rail ferries and rail air, with a chapter covering rail transport museums situated within the suburban network. This book is profusely illustrated with colour and black & white photographs of motive power variants, stations and associ... read more

This fully revised edition of "The Concorde Story", published to coincide with the anniversary of the first landing at Heathrow, is a complete history of Concorde. When commercial air services were launched in 1976, Concorde was hailed as one of the wonders of the technological world. Lavishly illustrated throughout, this new edition documents the early difficulties encountered on the way to commercial success as well as examining the tragic event at Gonesse in 2000. With a new section on the after-story of the aeroplane and a look... read more

In his seventh aviation history book, Bruce McAllister brings together the largest collection of photographs of the world's most legendary aircraft - the DC-3. The book's release is timed to the aircraft's 75th anniversary - hundreds of DC-3s are still in service today, almost 75 years after the first one rolled off the production line in 1935. With seventeen chapters covering many of the civilian and military operations in which the DC-3 has participated, McAllister has gathered some 250 high quality photographs from around the wo... read more

A celebration of the building, maintaining and operating the North Island Main Trunk railway from the days of steam through the diesel electric and electric locomotives. Not forgotten are the country stations, refreshment rooms, goods yards and passenger trains. A great book for all interested in railways and New Zealand history.

During his ten years at the helm, Aston Martin CEO Dr. Ulrich Bez turned a niche British car maker into a profitable global business. Not your normal corporate "how I did it", this is a unique, lavishly illustrated blend of business case and personal memoir. The plot zooms along like a thriller - no business platitudes and all the insider details. We're with Dr. Bez as he sleeplessly awaits Bill Ford's verdict on buying out Aston Martin. We get up-close with the intense challenges of running an exclusive car manufacturer and see ju... read more

Car Design Europe is first in a series on world automotive history. Discover how European cars shaped the culture from the '30s to the present. Transport, status symbol and design object: cars have been all this--and more. The leading brands are show cased with top-notch photography. We learn about key technological and commercial breakthroughs. Portraits of top designers, entrepreneurs and drivers add an additional layer of interest. This is a fine tribute to Europe's car design heritage. Paolo Tumminelli is Professor for Design C... read more

Contains 150 evocative photos of the period when diesel power was replacing steam, with commentary text.

Includes: Historical background, Changes since 1990, Self-propelled Track, Maintenance Vehicles, Industrial Locomotives, A practical guide to train-spotting, Current Tranz Rail fleet numbers

A follow up volume to the earlier "My Forty Footplate Years", this presents candid accounts of the author's 40 years as an engine driver based in Palmerston North between 1943 and 1983 which included experience on both steam and diesel locomotives. 52 pages + covers in A4 portrait format, illustrated with the author's b/w drawings and 3 colour photos on the cover.

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Silver Wings tells the story of New Zealand’s women flyers, from the 1920s, when a woman’s place was deemed to be on the ground (preferably in the home), until the present day, when women fly every type of aircraft and are involved in aviation sport of all kinds. After 22 December 1925, when Gladys Sandford became the first woman in New Zealand to obtain a pilot licence, more and more women followed her example, despite some prejudice from male colleagues, from the aviation industry and from friends. Among the courageou... read more

A history and technical detail is provided on three steam locomotives preserved by the New Zealand Railway & Locomotive Society - AB608, WAB794 and X442. 18 photographs. 14 pages

This is a reprint of the original working timetable for the South Island in 1879. It delivers much insight to the structures extant and operation of traffic at that time. 48 pages