Book Description
Tells all about ATVs, including safety tips and racing information.
Author : Jay H. Smith
Publisher : Capstone
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 38,12 MB
Release : 1995
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781560652182
Tells all about ATVs, including safety tips and racing information.
Author : Ian Graham
Publisher : Heinemann-Raintree Library
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 25,81 MB
Release : 2008
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781432916466
Want to get off the beaten track? This new edition of 'Off-Road Vehicles' shows you how the most popular and rugged ORV's are designed, built, and driven. Learn about the comfortable Toyota Land Cruiser and Range Rover classics, as well as military beasts and hard-working quads. Get to grips with studded tires, sand-blasting dune buggies, and snowmobiles on skis. Take a closer look at the clever design features of the Jeep Wrangler. Strap your seat belt on and get ready for a bumpy ride! The revised and updated 'Designed for Success' series shows how designers create the very best cars, planes, motorcycles, and other exciting vehicles. It explains the many design challenges that designers and engineers must overcome and the factors they must take into account, such as materials, cost, and new technology.
Author : David H. Jacobs
Publisher : Cars 4 Everyone
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 49,70 MB
Release : 2018
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781422239674
Once upon a time, only the most rugged cars and individuals could take a crack at off-road trails and dirt pathways. With the rise of affordable, comfortable, and stylish SUVs, those wild roads became open to all. Inside, see how the SUV morphed from a specialist vehicle into a popular staple of the American family garage, while still holding onto its wilderness legacy. So many cars, so little time! The world of cars is packed with all shapes and sizes of vehicles, inspiring fans around the world. Whether you love powerful cars or the thrill of an open top . . . whether you long for peoples cars or massive SUVs, or whether you wish for the ultimate dream car, this series has your number. Every car fan will find something to love in Cars 4 Everyone! Each title in this series includes color photos throughout, and back matter including: an index and further reading lists for books and internet resources. Key Icons appear throughout the books in this series in an effort to encourage library readers to build knowledge, gain awareness, explore possibilities and expand their viewpoints through our content rich non-fiction books. Key Icons in this series are as follows: Words to Understand are shown at the front of each chapter with definitions. These words are set in boldfaced type in that chapter, so that readers are able to reference back to the definitions--building their vocabulary and enhancing their reading comprehension. Sidebars are highlighted graphics with content rich material within that allows readers to build knowledge and broaden their perspectives by weaving together additional information to provide realistic and holistic perspectives. Educational Videos are offered in chapters through the use of a QR code, that, when scanned, takes the student to an online video showing a
Author : Len Nelson
Publisher :
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 20,50 MB
Release :
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ISBN : 9781610608121
Author : Susan Fleming
Publisher : DIANE Publishing
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 11,51 MB
Release : 2010-08
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 1437931995
All-terrain vehicles (ATV), which are off-road motorized vehicles, usually with four tires, a straddle seat for the operator, and handlebars for steering control, have become increasingly popular. However, ATV fatalities and injuries have increased over the last decade and are a matter of concern to the Consumer Product Safety Comm. (CPSC), which oversees ATV safety, and to others. Many ATV crashes involving children occur when they are riding adult-sized ATVs. Manufacturers and dist have agreed to use their best efforts to prevent their dealers from selling adult-sized ATVs for use by children under the age of 16. This report examined: (1) how ATVs are used and the advantages of their use; and (2) the nature, extent, and costs of ATV crashes. Illus.
Author : Ian F. Mahaney
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 26,70 MB
Release : 2015-07-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1499412126
Off-road vehicles add an extreme element to driving, and readers will see why through this text’s in-depth look at the technology and engineering behind some very extreme machines. Readers will learn about haul trucks, logging trucks, swamp vehicles, tractors, sandrails, military super machines, tanks, and bulldozers. The text covers each vehicle’s purpose and the history of their usage. The text also tells readers how to pursue careers that involve off-road vehicles and where they can go to see the latest developments in extreme off-roading vehicle technology. Colorful photographs, sidebars, and fact boxes complete the reading experience.
Author :
Publisher :
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 18,58 MB
Release : 1970-07
Category :
ISBN :
Popular Science gives our readers the information and tools to improve their technology and their world. The core belief that Popular Science and our readers share: The future is going to be better, and science and technology are the driving forces that will help make it better.
Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Government Operations. Commerce, Consumer, and Monetary Affairs Subcommittee
Publisher :
Page : 440 pages
File Size : 49,99 MB
Release : 1988
Category : All terrain vehicles
ISBN :
Author : Gary Williams
Publisher : Human Kinetics
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 26,92 MB
Release : 2014-03-18
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 1492583227
Hiking Ohiois your complete guide to over 75 of the most scenic day hikes in the Buckeye State. From the shores of Lake Erie to the Ohio River, this handy guide will lead you to the best trails. In this one-of-a-kind resource, you’ll find the following features: • Detailed descriptions, complete with GPS coordinates for every hike in every region • Special points of interest; descriptions of the topography, flora, fauna, and climate; estimated hiking time and distance; and difficulty ratings for each trail • Phone numbers and websites, park hours and rules, and available facilities for 65 of the state’s most scenic hiking areas • Easy-to-read maps for every park and trail to help you navigate your hike and locate landmarks and other points of interest • A convenient trail finder that provides a summary of each trail’s features and available facilities Hiking Ohio brings to life the history, terrain, flora, and fauna of each area. And the descriptions of nearby recreational and sightseeing destinations ensure you won’t miss anything on your trip. Hiking Ohio is your guide to enjoying the great outdoors!
Author : Jim Allen
Publisher : Motorbooks
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 14,37 MB
Release : 2021-04-13
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 0760368066
If you have a hankering for the sand and mud, this thoroughly updated edition of The Four-Wheeler's Bible is your ultimate resource for overland adventures, both close to home and farther afield. Whether you are a seasoned veteran or a four-wheeling novice, you will find the information you need to maximize your enjoyment of your next off-road excursion. Author and four-wheeling experts Jim Allen and James Weber begin with a primer on emergency preparedness before combing through all considerations you should take aboard, from trail etiquette to the latest technologies. Allen and Weber explain the concepts of four-wheel-drive systems in easy-to-understand terms and go on to suggest modifications to make off-road rigs more capable, comfortable, and dependable for intended application. This third edition is completely redesigned and updated to offer explanations of the latest electronic GPS and communications gadgetry, advice and techniques for planning and negotiating overland routes, and updates for new off-road vehicles that will help you get the most from your four-wheeling experience. With you machine up to snuff, you will be ready to hit the trails. Allen and Weber demonstrate the correct way to handle countless common off-road situations. And because everyone makes a mistake eventually, they also show how to get out of a variety of sticky situations. There’s more to the four-wheeling experience than modifying and driving a vehicle, and the authors leave no rock unturned, ensuring that you are equipped to handle nearly any trip, no matter how far into the wilderness you choose to venture. The Four Wheeler’s Bible is an indispensable piece of gear if you're planning to hit the trails!