Jason Barlow

A ground-breaking survey of more than 650 of the most exceptional cars ever designed, organized geographically The Atlas of Car Design is a global survey of the world’s greatest car designs, featuring more than 650 of the most revered (and occasionally reviled) models, from more than 190 manufacturers and more than 30 countries. Organized geographically then chronologically by decade, the book covers more than a century of exceptional and noteworthy car design – from Japanese cult classics, French Art-Deco masterpieces, German iconic models, Italian icons, and British performance machines, to American styling sensations, and pop culture and family favorites. This fresh take on an eternally popular subject, charts car design’s evolution across centuries and continents. Packed with images, combining period photography, studio shots, and original car advertising, the book’s oversized format generously displays the cars in all their remarkable detail. With captivating texts that tell stories of engineering feats, economic twists and turns, high-society lifestyles, and the desires of the masses, this book is a must-have for car and design fans of every kind.

Stylová auta patří k agentovi 007 stejně neodmyslitelně jako černý smoking a krásné ženy. Jaká auta řídil James Bond v podání Seana Conneryho, Perce Brosnana, Daniela Craiga a dalších hvězd? V tomto detailním průvodci vás čekají nejen celostránkové fotografie, ale také technické nákresy, části scénářů, dobové reklamy i příběhy ze zákulisí. Vstupte do fascinujícího světa legendárních automobilů a prozkoumejte historii ikonických vozů Jamese Bonda – od Aston Martinů po Lotusy.

Stylová auta patří k agentovi 007 stejně neodmyslitelně jako černý smoking a krásné ženy. Jaká auta řídil James Bond v podání Seana Conneryho, Perce Brosnana, Daniela Craiga a dalších hvězd? V tomto detailním průvodci vás čekají nejen celostránkové fotografie, ale také technické nákresy, části scénářů, dobové reklamy i příběhy ze zákulisí. Vstupte do fascinujícího světa legendárních automobilů a prozkoumejte historii ikonických vozů Jamese Bonda – od Aston Martinů po Lotusy.

Newer, faster and more spectacular than ever, join the Top Gear team as they get to grips with the latest and most innovative Hypercars. Top Gear Hypercars uncovers the 15 latest and greatest Hypercars, each pushing design and automotive technology to the limit. Aston Martin, Bugatti, Ferrari, Koenigsegg, Lamborghini and Red Bull are reconfiguring the Hypercar landscape, all featured in this lavishly illustrated book, complete with technical cross-sections, vital stats, driving reports and insider access to the people who make these incredible machines. With a foreword from racing legend Horacio Pagani, this book answers the question: exactly what makes a Hypercar ‘Hyper’?

A ground-breaking survey of more than 650 of the most exceptional cars ever designed, organized geographically The Atlas of Car Design is a global survey of the world’s greatest car designs, featuring more than 650 of the most revered (and occasionally reviled) models, from more than 190 manufacturers and more than 30 countries. Organized geographically then chronologically by decade, the book covers more than a century of exceptional and noteworthy car design – from Japanese cult classics, French Art-Deco masterpieces, German iconic models, Italian icons, and British performance machines, to American styling sensations, and pop culture and family favorites. This fresh take on an eternally popular subject, charts car design’s evolution across centuries and continents. Packed with images, combining period photography, studio shots, and original car advertising, the book’s oversized format generously displays the cars in all their remarkable detail. With captivating texts that tell stories of engineering feats, economic twists and turns, high-society lifestyles, and the desires of the masses, this book is a must-have for car and design fans of every kind.

Guaranteed to rev the engines of car fans everywhere. Supercars are the purest and most extreme expression of automotive performance there is - and no one knows the territory better than the TopGear team. With ever-increasing power outputs, radical new designs, and eye-popping price tags, this book is a celebration of the supercar in all its fabulous glory. Supercars also brings this incredibly fast-moving, hi-octane world bang up to date. The world's best writers and photographers explore the latest developments in thrilling style - from the new generation of pure-electric cars that have raised the bar for zero emissions performance, to the crazy machines hell-bent on breaking the 300mph barrier ... this is TopGear Supercars. Buckle up. Are you ready?