Stuart Codling

Explore 75-plus years of Ferrari Formula 1 competition with a detailed survey of every car ever campaigned, accompanied by exciting imagery and technical specifications. Since 1950, Scuderia Ferrari has competed—and often dominated—Formula 1, the only team to compete in every season since the F1's inception. From its first dedicated racer, the 125, to the cutting-edge machines of the hybrid era, Ferrari’s relentless pursuit of innovation, speed, and victory has defined the sport itself. With a record 16 Constructors’ Championships and a legacy built by icons like Michael Schumacher, Gilles Villeneuve, Niki Lauda, Kimi Räikkönen, and seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton, the Prancing Horse remains synonymous with excellence. Organized chronologically, this revised and updated second edition of Ferrari Formula 1 Car By Car showcases every Ferrari F1 car with:A comprehensive review of its design and significant featuresTechnical specificationsA discussion of its racing recordSpectacular images, both historic and contemporaryComplete with a year-by-year competition record, this thorough and authoritative volume is a must-have for racing fans, motorsport historians, and Ferrari devotees eager to trace the team’s legendary past—and thrilling future. Motorbooks' Car By Car series offers a year-by-year review of the greatest cars ever to compete in motorsports. A detailed profile and technical specifications accompany historic race and contemporary studio photography to present each car in a handsome book package. Explore other milestone racers in McLaren Formula 1 Car By Car and Formula 1 Champions Car By Car with additional titles to come.

Since 1919, Bentley has been one of the most famous names in stylish, luxury motoring with the famous "Flying B" and "Winged B" logos proudly displayed on some of the most sumptuous cars ever made. In this elegantly designed book in the bestselling Story of Cars series, The Story of Bentley provides a fascinating look into the people, the innovations and the cars that have helped define this quintessentially British brand. Each of Bentley's most iconic cars are showcased, from the Blower Bentley of the 1920s and the R Type Continental coupé of the 1950s, to the Flying Spur of the 2000s and the State Limousine used by the Royal Family. Bentley's long history in motorsport is also covered, featuring all the Le Mans-winning racers from the early years to the present era.

V roce 2025 formule 1 slaví 75. výročí. Kořeny velkých cen sice sahají až do počátků automobilismu, ale F1 a její mistrovství světa jako vrcholná disciplína motoristického sportu existují od roku 1950. Kniha Formule 1: 75 let líčí kompletní historii od roku 1950 až po novodobou éru. Pojednává o špičkových jezdcích, stájích, závodních vozech a okruzích. Napsali ji novináři specializující se na F1, a sice Stuart Codling a James Roberts, a o popisky k četným dobovým i současným fotografiím ji doplnil fotoreportér James Mann. Publikace je rozdělena na jednotlivá desetiletí. V každé kapitole se dozvíte mnoho informací z historie závodění, o týmech, jejich monopostech a motorech, jež představovaly mezníky ve vývoji. Dále o klíčových událostech, zákulisních machinacích a samozřejmě o legendárních jezdcích, a to především o světových šampionech, jako jsou Juan Manuel Fangio, Jim Clark, Jackie Stewart, Niki Lauda, Ayrton Senna, Alain Prost, Michael Schumacher, Lewis Hamilton či Max Verstappen. Kniha je zakončena přehledem vítězů všech velkých cen od roku 1950 po sezonu 2024 a bohatým rejstříkem. Poutavý a graficky krásně zpracovaný přehled dosavadních dějin královské disciplíny motoristického sportu by neměl chybět v knihovně žádného příznivce automobilových závodů.

Rychlost, luxus, dokonalost a inovace definují Ferrari jako jednoho z nejuznávanějších výrobců automobilů již více než 70 let. Jako nejúspěšnější značka v motorsportu, s 16 tituly Poháru konstruktérů Formule 1, tato italská ikona určovala cestu na závodní dráze i mimo ni při nastavování nových standardů v inženýrství. Kniha představuje všechny klíčové aspekty historie této značky se vzpínajícím se koněm - od prvního vozu vyrobeného pod jménem Ferrari v roce 1947 až po současnost. Zkoumá designovou a technickou koncepci, kterou zavedl Enzo Ferrari, a zdůrazňuje nejikoničtější modely napříč dekádami, včetně Dino 246 GT, F40 a Testarossy. S úchvatnými fotografiemi a zasvěcenými komentáři mapuje kniha historii legendárních vozů.

Celebrate 75 years of Formula 1 racing, from 1950 through the modern era, with this riveting pictorial history.There is Formula 1, and then there are all other forms of motorsport. F1 is what every competition driver aspires to, whether they admit it or not. Top drivers, top teams, top racing cars, top tracks. It is the pinnacle of motor racing. Formula 1 marks its 75th anniversary in 2025. Established as the top motorsport category in Europe in 1950, its grand-prix roots go back to the earliest days of the automobile. There was the first car, then there was the second car. The racing commenced shortly thereafter. Written by top F1 journalists Stuart Codling and James Roberts, Formula 1 75 Years takes you on a thrilling ride through it all with: A full history of the teams and their cars, from the return of pre-war greats like Alfa Romeo, Mercedes, and Lancia to the rise of new specialists like Ferrari, Lotus, and Cooper up through today’s top competitors like Red Bull, Williams, and McLarenLegendary drivers, including Juan Manuel Fangio, Jim Clark, Jackie Stewart, Niki Lauda, Ayrton Senna, Alain Prost, Michael Schumacher, Lewis Hamilton, Max Verstappen, and moreSidebars highlighting key events, behind-the-scenes machinations, legendary cars, and every championStunning historic and contemporary photography, with image selection and captions by top automotive photographer James MannThis engaging and beautifully designed overview of the world’s greatest motorsport is a must-have for every fan’s collection.

Discover more than a century of automotive excellence in this photographic celebration of Maserati. Since 1914, Maserati has been at the forefront of sport and luxury motoring - the famous trident adorning many of the most beautiful cars of the last century. In this elegantly designed book in the bestselling Story of Cars series, The Story of Maserati gives readers a fascinating look into the people, the innovations and, of course, the cars that have helped define the brand as one of the premier names in Italian carmaking. Founded and headquartered in Italy's Emilia-Romagna region, Maserati has retained a quintessentially Italian quality throughout its history, embodied in its unfailingly sumptuous designs. Each of the manufacturer's most iconic models is showcased here: from the Quattroporte and 3500 GT to the Ghibli and GranTurismo. Maserati's long and storied participation in motorsport is also covered here, from its time in Formula 1 and touring car series, to its re-emergence in Formula E from 2022. Packed with stunning photography and a fascinating text, The Story of Maserati charts the history of this exceptional marque in perfectly giftable package.

The Story of Supercars is an exceptionally packaged collection of four bestselling books, each one a tribute to automotive excellence. Collecting four entries of the Story of Cars series, this stunningly designed box set brings together a quartet of the most iconic supercar manufacturers in history: Ferrari, Lamborghini, Maserati and McLaren. From the racing heritage of Ferrari and McLaren to the continental luxury of Maserati and the outrageous designs of Lamborghini, each book in the set is a gloriously illustrated history of a legendary manufacturer, exploring the key figures, technological innovations and, of course, the unforgettable cars that have helped to write their names in history. Featuring more than 400 exquisite images and fascinating text by expert motoring writers, these definitive guides to the world's best-known supercar brands are a perfect addition to any petrolhead's shelf.

Odhaľte zaujímavosti zo zákulisia mimoriadne obľúbeného seriálu Ani jeden dokumentárny seriál nevyvolal taký záujem nových fanúšikov o pilotov F1 a ich športové odvetvie ako seriál Netflixu Formula 1: Drive to Survive. Či už ste nováčikom alebo dlhoročným fanúšikom F1, Stuart Codling vás prevedie zákulisím F1, zoznámi s minulosťou i prítomnosťou ultramodernej technológie, so stratégiami tímov, multimiliardovým biznisom, legendárnymi okruhmi a špičkovými jazdcami od Fangia a Mossa až po Hamiltona a Verstappena. Súčasťou knihy sú fotografie z pretekov, zo zákulisia a odkazy na konkrétne série a epizódy seriálu. Výsledkom je vizuálne pútavá publikácia, ktorá je nielen sprievodcom populárnym TV seriálom, ale aj atraktívnym obrazom najpopulárnejšieho odvetvia motošportu na svete. Z anglického originálu Formula 1: Drive to Survive, the Unofficial Companion (Quarto Publishing Group, 2023) preložil Igor Otčenáš.

Odhaľte zaujímavosti zo zákulisia mimoriadne obľúbeného seriálu Ani jeden dokumentárny seriál nevyvolal taký záujem nových fanúšikov o pilotov F1 a ich športové odvetvie ako seriál Netflixu Formula 1: Drive to Survive. Či už ste nováčikom alebo dlhoročným fanúšikom F1, Stuart Codling vás prevedie zákulisím F1, zoznámi s minulosťou i prítomnosťou ultramodernej technológie, so stratégiami tímov, multimiliardovým biznisom, legendárnymi okruhmi a špičkovými jazdcami od Fangia a Mossa až po Hamiltona a Verstappena. Súčasťou knihy sú fotografie z pretekov, zo zákulisia a odkazy na konkrétne série a epizódy seriálu. Výsledkom je vizuálne pútavá publikácia, ktorá je nielen sprievodcom populárnym TV seriálom, ale aj atraktívnym obrazom najpopulárnejšieho odvetvia motošportu na svete. Z anglického originálu Formula 1: Drive to Survive, the Unofficial Companion (Quarto Publishing Group, 2023) preložil Igor Otčenáš.

The definitive photographic celebration of 70 years of Ferrari's production cars, by the world's foremost Ferrari photography archive. Also including the key stats and stories behind more than 150 cars. Celebrate the performance, design and beauty of the prancing horse in these breathtaking photographs, captured by specialist Ferrari photographers, Maggi & Maggi. More than 300 jaw-dropping images covering over 150 cars from across Ferrari's history - from the 125 S of 1947 and the era-defining 250 GTO to the notorious F40 and the Enzo - sit alongside detailed technical specifications and fascinating text telling the story behind each model by renowned Ferrari expert Stuart Codling. With some of the most beautiful, powerful and expensive cars in the world, this elegant collection is a stunning reminder of the enduring appeal of Ferrari. The MAGGI & MAGGI archive is the world's foremost collection of Ferrari photography. The culmination of a forty-year project to photograph every Ferrari model, it houses close to 100,000 images. This book showcases the very best of the archive.

Whether you are a new or longtime Formula 1 fan, here is your ultimate, unofficial armchair companion to the popular Netflix series Formula 1: Drive to Survive, providing deeper insight into the players, tech, and history that drive the show’s plot points. F1 expert Stuart Codling is your guide to all things F1. The Formula 1 Drive to Survive Unofficial Companion is a feature-rich guide that takes you beyond the series' personalities and off-track drama to present further context. Topics covered include: People – Who does what to keep F1 teams rolling? From personal trainers to race engineers, mechanics, pit crew, and team principal, what does it take to succeed in F1? Sidebars and callouts include significant past players and great rivalries including that between Toto Wolff and Christian Horner. F1 History in 20 Cars – From Fangio’s postwar Alfa Romeo to Max Verstappen’s Honda-powered Red Bull and Lewis Hamilton’s Mercedes, all the great teams feature: Ferrari, Williams, McLaren, Lotus, and more. Callouts features driver gear and great past drivers like Andretti, Brabham, Moss, Schumacher, and more. Technology – Who designs and builds today’s mind-bending cars and engines and what does the process entail? Side journeys explore safety features, technology behind key components, and big ideas that flopped. F1 Circuits – A look at F1 race course in today, along with features on circuit design, past circuits, and notorious circuit features like Loew’s Hairpin at Monaco and Eau Rouge at Spa Francorchamps. Race Strategy – The rules and strategies of race day. Sidebars explore things like tire strategy, the anatomy of a pit stop, and the role of analytics. Business – Who pays for the multibillion-dollar spectacle on display in Drive to Survive and how is it possibly profitable? Features and callouts explore the evolution of sponsorship, driver salaries, and backroom deals. Where relevant, Codling relates content to specific seasons and episodes, providing even more context for the reality series. The visuals include scores of action and off-track photos. The result is a visually stunning guide to accompany a wildly popular TV series, and an engaging history spanning seventy-plus years of the world’s most popular motorsport.

Kniha Formule 1: Umění rychlosti vás posadí do kokpitu těch nejzajímavějších monopostů v dějinách závodů Formule 1. Detailní mistrné fotografie renomovaného motoristického fotografa Jamese Manna odhalují geniální technická řešení i elegantní křivky vozů od Alfa Romeo 158/159 až po Lotus E21. Uznávaný sportovní novinář Stuart Codling připojuje příběhy za vznikem těchto vozů, jejich konstruktérů i řidičů. Druhý úhel pohledu přináší legendární designér a konstruktér Gordon Murray.

Kniha Formule 1: Umění rychlosti vás posadí do kokpitu těch nejzajímavějších monopostů v dějinách závodů Formule 1. Detailní mistrné fotografie renomovaného motoristického fotografa Jamese Manna odhalují geniální technická řešení i elegantní křivky vozů od Alfa Romeo 158/159 až po Lotus E21. Uznávaný sportovní novinář Stuart Codling připojuje příběhy za vznikem těchto vozů, jejich konstruktérů i řidičů. Druhý úhel pohledu přináší legendární designér a konstruktér Gordon Murray.