Explore the world of automotive engineering and design with our collection of CarTech / SA Design car books. From classic cars to modern marvels, we've got it all.
When you take your four-wheel-drive (4WD) truck or SUV off-road, there is a whole new world to see and experience. The off-road community is huge and welcoming, with lifestyle shows...
In Jeep TJ 1997–2006: How to Build & Modify, everything you need to know about how to modify your TJ for offroad use is covered. Beginning with why you should...
Regardless of your automotive taste, there is almost always a need for a shop truck to chase parts, use as a tow vehicle, or use for household chores that require...
Honda, long-time leader in sport-compact and import performance, has replaced its popular B-series engines with the new K-series 4-cylinder engines in many Honda and Acura performance, luxury, and small SUV...
Reprint of original 1952 edition. How to hotrod Ford and Mercury flathead V-8 and six-cylinder engines, plus Model A & B engines and the Lincoln V-12 engine. Filled with cutaways,...
By 1955, the one-size car to fit all-customers era ended, and by 1960, Ford offered compact, mid-size, and full-size cars. While Ford's Mustang and Thunderbird stole the headlines, Ford's full-size...
When the first Corvette was introduced to the public through the traveling caravan known as Motorama, everyone knew there was something special about it. Each subsequent model continued to strengthen...
When considering how well modern cars perform in many areas, it is easy to forget some of the issues motorists had on a regular basis 40+ years ago. Cars needed...
The Holley carburetor is an icon in the performance industry. Thirty, forty, even fifty years ago, if you looked under the hood of any modified or performance car, you more...
The Ford FE (Ford Edsel) engine is one of the most popular engines Ford ever produced, and it powered most Ford and Mercury cars and trucks from the late 50s to...
Mustang vs. Camaro: The Battle for Pony Car Supremacy tells the story of one of the greatest rivalries in automotive history. From the debut of the Ford Mustang in 1964...
In Buick V-8 Engines 1967-1980: How to Rebuild, veteran author Mike Forsythe takes you through the complete process of rebuilding and restoring a Buick V-8 to factory condition. Covered in...
The New Hemi engine has an aggressive persona and outstanding performance. Powering the Challenger, Charger, Ram trucks, and other vehicles in the Chrysler lineup, this engine produces at least one...
As tools for tuning modern engines have become more powerful and sophisticated in recent years, the need for in-depth knowledge of engine management systems and tuning techniques has grown. Tuning engines...
The Ford Mustang has seen quite an evolution in its 50-plus years of existence. Times change, consumer demandschange, and sometimes, you stop and wonder, “How did weget here?” Ford’s designers...
The photos in this edition are black and white. The Mark IV Chevrolet big-block, made from 1965 to 1976, produced legendary performance and is one of the greatest big-blocks of...
Proven methods for increasing horsepower in any engine. High-performance street and race engine builders are always looking for the latest techniques and combination of parts to build a better, stronger,...
In the world of archeology nothing compares to the discovery. Whether it’s related to King Tut’s tomb, the Titanic, or Amelia Earhart, the uncovering of an artifact outdoes all the...
There was a time when AMC performance was more of an afterthought to the muscle car era. Today, AMC muscle cars are among the fastest appreciating performance vehicles in the...
Throughout their impressive production run, the Chevy big-block engines underwent many updates and improvements. Understanding which parts are compatible and work best for your specific project is fundamental to a...
How to Restore Your Mustang 1964-1/2-1973 How to Restore Your Mustang 1964-1/2-1973 How to Restore Your Mustang 1964-1/2-1973 is a hands-on how-to guide for restoring your first-generation Mustang. Enthusiast owners...
But now there's another way to get more horsepower than boring and stroking your Mopar small-block to get more cubic inches. Up to 476 cubes! The small-block Mopar is one...
The Chrysler LA-series and Magnum small-blocks are powerful, efficient, and quick-revving engines that have dutifully powered millions of Chrysler/Dodge/Plymouth cars and trucks from 1964 to 2003. And the LA engine...
Other brake system books cover all cars and all applications, but this book is dedicated to muscle cars only! With this volume, you can follow detailed, thorough, step-by-step procedures to...
