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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsCONTENTSForeword Introduction Bentley 100 Years Timeline Chapter 1 – W.O. The founder of the company begins his career in railway engineering before joining his brother in a company selling DFP cars – which he soon modifies for greater performance. Bentley Motors Limited is formed in 1919.Chapter 2 – Glory Years Bentley builds fine 3-Litre, 41/2-Litre, 61/2-Litre and 8-Litre cars, including the famed 41/2-Litre ‘Blower’. Its strong, reliable racing cars win five times in the new 24-hour race at Le Mans. Diamond heir Woolf Barnato becomes Bentley’s financial backer.Chapter 3 – Crisis and Rescue Following the Great Depression of 1929 Bentley struggles financially, until rescued by Rolls-Royce in November 1931. Production moves to Derby, then to Crewe after the Second World War.Chapter 4 – Going Continental Bentley introduces the new R-type saloon and then a fastback car which was to become one of its most famous – the R-type Continental. The S-type follows in three phases, but the S3 is destined to be the last Bentley with a body style not shared with Rolls-Royce until the 1980s.Chapter 5 – Badge Engineering Bentley’s T-series is a Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow with different badges. There are two-door and convertible variants, but Bentleys remain rare compared to their Rolls-Royce equivalents.Chapter 6 – R for Revival Signs of revival for Bentley begin with the Mulsanne Turbo, which has no Rolls-Royce equivalent. The Turbo R accelerates the trend, offering better roadholding and handling, and there’s a cut-price Eight saloon. At the other end of the scale a new Continental becomes the most expensive car on sale.Chapter 7 – From Vickers to Volkswagen Vickers, Bentley’s parent company since 1980, sells Rolls-Royce/Bentley in 1998. BMW and Volkswagen vie for ownership, and eventually BMW takes over Rolls-Royce (ultimately establishing a new factory at Goodwood) while Bentley and the Crewe facility come under the ownership of Volkswagen.Chapter 8 – Back to Le Mans Bentley returns to racing with the EXP Speed 8 designed and built by Racing Technology Norfolk in Hingham. On its third attempt in 2003 it wins the Le Mans 24-hour race with a car driven by Tom Kristensen, Dindo Capello and Guy Smith.Chapter 9 – Building the Bentley Brand Bentley introduces a new model line, the Continental GT, powered by a W12 engine, which establishes Bentley as a major player in the luxury car market. A Flying Spur saloon, a GT3 racing car and a new V8 engine follow.Chapter 10 – Onwards and Upwards Bentley diversifies with a new flagship saloon, the Mulsanne, and the controversial Bentayga SUV, alongside a new-generation Continental GT. Electrification begins with a plug-in hybrid Bentayga, with big plans for the future.Model Specifications Index

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Book SynopsisThe largest, most luxurious ship in the world, wrecked on her maiden voyage after colliding with an iceberg mid-Atlantic, has become the stuff of legends. While everyone knows the new White Star liner was glamorous, full of millionaires when she sank, few appreciate just how luxurious she was. Even in Third Class, the accommodation was better than on First Class on many older ships. For the first time, Bruce Beveridge, Steve Hall, Scott Andrews and Daniel Klistorner look at the construction and exterior of the ship itself, and at her interior design and fittings. From cobalt blue Spode china and Elkington plate silverware in the à la carte restaurant to the design of the boilers and fixtures and fittings on board the world's most luxurious vessel, they tell the story of a liner built at the peak of the race between the British, French and Germans to build bigger and better ships.

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Book SynopsisRobert Penn''s It''s All About the Bike: The Pursuit of Happiness on Two Wheels is a paean to the humble bike; it''s the story of why we ride, and why this simple machine holds the power to transport us all. Robert Penn has ridden a bike most days of his life. He rides to get to work, to bathe in air and sunshine, to stay sane and to feel free. This is the story of his love affair with cycling and the journey to build his dream bike; a freewheeling pilgrimage taking him from Californian mountain bike inventors to British artisan frame builders, and from perfect components to the path of true happiness. ''A gem of a book ... a joy''  Economist ''Infectious, exhilarating, highly engaging''  Independent ''Be swept along by Penn''s enthusiasm, humour and refreshing candour''  Sunday Telegraph ''Enriches your enjoyment of a ride''  Sunday Times ''As a depiction of a world you might vote for, Penn''s does not sound bad at all''  Observer Robert Penn writes for the Financial Times, Observer and Condé Nast Traveller, as well as a host of cycling publications. He is the author of The Wrong Kind of Snow. Robert lives in the Black Mountains, South Wales with his wife and three children and commutes to work across a heather moor on a mountain bike.Trade ReviewGem of a book * Economist *Penn writes with a Bill-Brysonesque facility for concentrating a lot of information and research into an easy-to-read ... Best of all ... his account enriches your enjoyment of a ride -- Tim Dawson, Cycle Guy * Sunday Times *Fantastic ... Well worth a read if, like me, you love cycling! -- Paul SmithArtfully, Penn turns his quest for hardware ... into a worldwide spin around cycling and its culture -- William Fotheringham * Guardian *The pages overflow with pioneers, mavericks and geniuses - certainly, it is hard to imagine anyone who reads this book being able to buy a bike "off the peg" again -- Tim Lewis * Observer *I've just spent a week pedalling slowly from Windermere to Aviemore with a copy of Penn's zealous eulogy in my pannier. His infectious admiration for the exhilarating sociability of cycling, coupled with reverence for quality craftsmanship, made highly engaging company ... appreciate the wit and enthusiasm of this unusual odyssey -- James Urquhart * Independent *Penn tells us that the bicycle, as we know it, was invented in 1885 and is the most efficient form of transport ever devised... A joyful book -- William Leith * The Scotsman *Bike-lit is booming, and while 'cross-country hardtail' might not have the same ring to it as 'penny-farthing', there's evidently little to do with cycling about which Robert Penn can't wax lyrical. Whether his subject is spokes or saddle sores, he is relentlessly enthusiastic... Penn's amiability is puncture-proof -- Stephanie Cross * Daily Mail *[H]is adrenalin-charged enthusiasm... delivers a good ride... The social history is snappy and his almost religious quest for ultimate craftsmanship full of wit. -- James Urquhart * Financial Times *

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Book SynopsisFew cars in history have grabbed the public's fancy as much as the ill-fated Edsel, the Titanic of automobiles. The magnitude of the marketing disaster has made Edsel a household word. Remarkably, there has never before been a book that tells the whole storyhow the Edsel was planned, created, produced, and marketed.Trade Review"For those struggling to make sense of the product plan, the corporate culture, the automotive landscape, or how the modern Ford Motor Company came to be Disaster in Dearborn is a good place to start." -- Automotive Design and Production"Bonsall's book is sure to appeal to the dedicated car fancier and the armchair historian in all of us." -- Road and Track"Thomas E. Bonsall, a veteran author of automobile histories, revisits the scene of [the] wreck and supplies an interesting thesis . . . .Disaster in Dearborn . . . .is lavishly illustrated, with dozens of pictures of real Edsels and sketches of Edsels that might have been." -- The Philadelphia Inquirer"Bonsall has not only found new approaches to the subject, but sheds fresh light on the oft-rehashed reasons for the Edsel's death. The book is well written, flows nicely, and artfully mixes personalities and corporate policies. It adds a great deal to our understanding of one of the twentieth century's biggest corporate disasters." -- James A. Ward * University of Tennessee at Chattanooga *"Bonsall's success is in an attention to details of development of the car and the book's rich illustrations. . . . These provide the best context for the Edsel story and serve to remind us that our largest companies can at times become hopelessly out of step with their customers." -- Library Journal"Easy to read, and packed with many rare photos, Bonsall's book is a must-read for any automotive enthusiast." -- Artvoice"With a number of great black-and-white illustrations accompanying this interesting story, Bonsall has created a winning tribute to an unfortunate loser." -- Choice

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Book SynopsisFord cars can be found all over the world, and vintage models appear at most classic car shows. This book helps to identify the models sold by Ford of Britain, and provides detailed information on each model, with technical specifications, original colour photographs, and lists the colour schemes that were available. Continuing this popular series covering classic British cars, David Rowe now turns his keen eye to the British Ford models. He is well placed to do so, having worked at two Ford dealerships over a 30-year period and has driven many of the models covered by this book.Trade ReviewA useful reference title - Auto Express --- A thoroughly competent and entertaining work of reference - Kieron Fennelly --- a great reference ... A must for any Ford fan, or anyone keen to broaden their automotive knowledge. - Practical Classics --- What a book for Ford nerds this is - and we mean that in the nicest way possible ... If you want to be able to tell your XLs from your GXLs, this is the book for you. - Classic Car Weekly --- Can this book be recommended by this reviewer? A qualified yes - Model A Ford Club of GB Newsletter --- A great job! And a must for the bookcase. - Autoliefhebbers.be --- With detailed model comparisons and technical information, plus original colour photographs, like other entries to this series, this new book manages to pack a surprising amount of detail into 160 pages. - Classic Driver --- this book that explains all will be in demand - Fleet Car Magazine --- I am hugely proud to have been given the chance to read and review David's superb five star social history of this outstanding "breed" of car. - www.books-monthly.co.uk --- The book will sit nicely beside the other volumes in this compact series, rather like some of the cars themselves. - Best of BritishTable of ContentsChapter 1 A short history of Ford Chapter 2 1940s cars Pilot and E4 series Chapter 3 Zephyr, Zodiac the 50's models Chapter 4 Anglia 100E to 105E Chapter 5 Classic and Corsair Chapter 6 Cortina the 60's models Chapter 7 Zephyr, Zodiac the 60's models Chapter 8 Escort, rear wheel drive models Chapter 9 Capri Chapter 10 Cortina the 70's models Chapter 11 Granada Chapter 12 Sierra Chapter 13 Fiesta Chapter 14 Escort, front wheel drive models Chapter 15 Probe Chapter 16 Mondeo

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Book SynopsisEveryone’s favourite cars of the 1990s in this lavishly illustrated little book

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"[Written] with humor and warmth... Amid the author's personal journey reside priceless cultural and professional insights." -- Kirkus Reviews "Like Mark Twain in The Innocents Abroad, Ahrens gets good mileage out of his many gaffes as a naive American bred to act quickly, blunder through problems and disregard authority... Seoul Man also looks into the history, culture, politics and business of the remarkable success story of modern South Korea." -- Shelf Awareness "If you have ever worked in a baffling alien culture or endured a family separation because of your job, you will probably enjoy this book... An entertaining read." -- Financial Times "Hilarious" -- Unshelved "In this charming and affecting book, Ahrens finds out what makes this small but courageous country strive so relentlessly to be better. His portrait of Korea, the "shrimp between the two whales" of China and Japan, is filled with insights, youthful enthusiasm, and a zest for discovery." -- Tim Clissold, author of the international bestseller Mr. China "Lively, engaging and deeply personal, Seoul Man is at once a fascinating primer on the auto industry, a perceptive and often hilarious ex-pat adventure into "Koreanness," and the story of an ordinary man transformed through faith and the power of love." -- -Brigid Schulte, author of the New York Times bestselling Overwhelmed: Work, Love & Play when No One has the Time "Engagingly written and full of funny, intriguing probes into the quirks [Ahrens] discovers in his surroundings and himself. This is a nuanced look at a nation where an image of Western modernity is reflected and illuminated by an off-kilter mirror." -- Publishers Weekly "Ahrens's great strength is that he is sensitive to the people around him... describing the young people with whom he worked in a Korea struggling to move on from a forced collective march of industrialization to a more individualistic and creative economy." -- Washington Post "This important book undertakes three stories in one narrative about a local man's brief sojourn in a bewildering new environment... With wit about his personal dilemmas and a keen reporter's eye...Mr. Ahrens gives the reader an accessible primer." -- Washington Times "A fun take on exactly what the subtitle promises." -- Tyler Cowen, Holbert C. Harris Chair of economics at George Mason University

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Book SynopsisThis book looks at the industrial policies of Southeast Asian economies in their motor vehicle industries from early import substitution to policy-making under the more liberalised WTO policy regime.The book examines how inward automotive investment, especially from Japan, has been affected by policies, and how such investment has promoted industrial development in the late-industrialising economies within ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations). It provides insights into the automotive industry of Southeast Asia in terms of production volumes, sales volumes, market structure, and trade. Through country case studies, the book is a useful reference and illustrates how industrial policies in Southeast Asia have affected the spread of automotive development in the region.It will appeal to policy-makers and researchers interested in the automobile industry, industrial policies in the industry and the spread of development from foreign investors to local firms.<Trade Review"The transition from labour-intensive to skill- and technology-intensive manufacturing, which has been crucial for countries in the region aspiring to elevate their positions in global value chain (GVCs), has attracted considerable attention from academics and policy makers. This book by Kaoru Natsuda and John Thoburn is a timely addition to the discourse as it explores the role of industrial policies in the development of the automotive sector." ─ Tham Siew Yean for Journal of Southeast Asian Economies, Volume 38, Issue 1, April 2021"To begin with I must admit that I reviewed the book proposal for the publisher (Routledge) in 2018 and that I strongly endorsed the book – together with some other reviewers. Today, after having read the finished book, I do not regret, on the contrary. The purpose of Kaoru Natsuda and John Thoburn was on the one hand to consolidate factual knowledge about Southeast Asian automobile producing countries and how they have performed during an era of economic globalisation and regionalisation until the late 2010s. And on the other hand they aimed to analyse how various industrial policies have affected the evolution of automobile industries in Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines and Vietnam (ASEAN-5) under different trade regimes, and how industrial policy can be used in an increasingly open economic environment. The two authors have adjusted and implemented the book proposal into a highly read-able, informative and reflective book." ─ Peter Wad for Journal of the Asia Pacific Economy, 18 May 2022"The transition from labour-intensive to skill- and technology-intensive manufacturing, which has been crucial for countries in the region aspiring to elevate their positions in global value chain (GVCs), has attracted considerable attention from academics and policy makers. This book by Kaoru Natsuda and John Thoburn is a timely addition to the discourse as it explores the role of industrial policies in the development of the automotive sector." ─ Tham Siew Yean for Journal of Southeast Asian Economies, Volume 38, Issue 1, April 2021"To begin with I must admit that I reviewed the book proposal for the publisher (Routledge) in 2018 and that I strongly endorsed the book – together with some other reviewers. Today, after having read the finished book, I do not regret, on the contrary. The purpose of Kaoru Natsuda and John Thoburn was on the one hand to consolidate factual knowledge about Southeast Asian automobile producing countries and how they have performed during an era of economic globalisation and regionalisation until the late 2010s. And on the other hand they aimed to analyse how various industrial policies have affected the evolution of automobile industries in Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines and Vietnam (ASEAN-5) under different trade regimes, and how industrial policy can be used in an increasingly open economic environment. The two authors have adjusted and implemented the book proposal into a highly read-able, informative and reflective book." ─ Peter Wad for Journal of the Asia Pacific Economy, 18 May 2022Table of Contents1. Introduction 2. Industrial Policy, Global Value Chains, and the Southeast Asian Automotive Industry 3. Overview of the Automotive Industry in Southeast Asia 4. Japanese Automotive MNCs and ASEAN 5. Thailand 6. Indonesia 7. Malaysia 8. The Philippines 9. Vietnam 10. Conclusions

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Book SynopsisA shocking expose of Volkswagen's fraud by the New York Times reporter who covered the scandal.Trade Review"This will go down in history books as a great corporate scandal , but the story told by the New York Times reporter Jack Ewing…is also much more than that. It’s a rich history of a company whose cars, for better and worse, have touched millions of lives, a character study of a brilliant but deeply flawed leader, and a case study in how a corporate culture can turn toxic." -- Bethany McLean - New York Times Book Review"Faster, Higher, Farther: The Volkswagen Scandal takes readers through the combination of pressures that produced what may be the biggest corporate scandal ever, detailing the company’s personalities and the history behind the saga with fluency and wit." -- The Atlantic"A shocking and incredibly compelling exposé of one of the great corporate scandals of all time....reads like a fast-paced thriller." -- The Guardian"A damning indictment of corporate malfeasance and…an accessible account of one of the most expensive business mistakes ever recorded." -- Patrick McGee - Financial Times"Exhaustive." -- Richard Epstein - Forbes"Perversely engaging." -- Barron's"A fascinating exposé....Ewing’s compelling prose makes his book read like entertainment more than education and the story of Volkswagen’s fall…is a study in corporate hubris." -- Publishers Weekly"It is a corporate scandal to rival Enron and Lehman Brothers....Ewing weaves a conspiratorial tale of corporate greed run amok. Capturing the public fascination with craven financial scandals, and with a movie in the works, Ewing’s sordid saga is the latest addition to the history of corporate fraud." -- Booklist (starred review)"A shocking, sobering story—and, given the current antiregulatory mood, one likely to be repeated." -- Kirkus"Meticulously chronicles ‘one of the greatest corporate scandals ever’." -- Library Journal

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Book SynopsisAn enlightening peek at the inner workings of a large corporation trying to reinvent itself. . . . It's rare to find an auto book that explains the process of creating a car with so much color and detail.Business Week (a Best Business Book of 1997)

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Book SynopsisTrust and Power examines the three major phases of the automobile market and argues that its corporations have faced conflicts with the very customers whose loyalty they sought. Such conflicts were present from the early 1900s through to the post-World War II market.Trade Review"...anyone interested in the early years of the automobile industry or creative scholarship in business history will profit from reading this book." -Mark R. Wilson, Journal of Interdisciplinary History"...a valuable tool for those interested in the inner workings of the development of the automobile market." --Louis Rodriquez, Kutztown University: Canadian Journal of History"This book will stand as a memorial to the times when the highway still beckoned." -Avner Offer, EH.NET"...a fresh, multidisciplinary assessment of the rise of the American automobile industry." -Karen Linkletter, Michigan Historical ReviewTable of ContentsIntroduction; Part I. A New Market, 1896–1916: 1. Risks of innovation, risks of injury; 2. New firms and the problem of social costs; Part II. A Mass Market, 1916–41: 3. Corporate strategies and consumers' loyalty; 4. Engineering a mass product; 5. A machine age aesthetic; 6. The franchised car dealer and consumers' marketing dilemma; Part III. A Mature Market, 1945–65: 7. Automobiles and institutional change; Conclusion; Appendix: Automobile dealer agreements and sales manager contracts, 1900–14; Index.

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Book SynopsisAn extraordinary account of the impending closure of the Holden factory in Adelaide. More than the end of a business - it''s the end of an era, of a story, and of a great Australian dream.When Holden signalled that it would close its Adelaide factory, it struck at the very heart of Australian identity. Holden is our car made on our shores. It''s the choice of patriotic rev heads and suburban drivers alike. How could a car that was so beloved - and so popular - be so unprofitable to make?The story of the collapse of Holden is about the people who make and drive the cars; it''s about sustaining industry in Australia; it''s about communities of workers and what happens when the work dries up. And if it''s not quite about the death of an icon - because Holdens will remain on Australian roads for a long time to come - then it''s about what happens when an icon falls to its knees in front of a whole nation.This updated edition features a new chapter.Trade Review. * The Weekend Australian *. * The Last Post *a compassionate insight * City Messenger *a meticulously researched piece of contemporary anthropology * CityMag Adelaide *Review * Mildura Midweek *a persuasive account of SA industry and society over half a century * Sunday Territorian *The focus of this study may be the closure of Holden in 2017, but in broader terms it's a case study of modern economics in action. * Sydney Morning Herald, The Saturday Age *

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Book SynopsisMichaël Valentin is Associate Director at OPEO, a consultancy specialized in industrial transformations. Having accumulated significant experience both as an operational manager in the automotive sector and as a McKinsey & Company consultant, Valentin now helps small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and large groups become industries of the future.Trade Review"The most up-to-date text on understanding Elon Musk's strategy." * Jean-Michel Lorenzi, President and CEO, FrontSwimmer *"This book is useful for business leaders. Each chapter contains an explanatory and a theoretical part, complete with many concrete examples. Tesla is the main theme of this book, but the author also investigates the practices of numerous other companies including General Electric, Bosch and Michelin." * Anne Feitz, Les Echos, Paris *Table of Contents Chapter - 01: Hyper manufacturing; Chapter - 02: Cross integration; Chapter - 03: Software hybridization; Chapter - 04: Tentacular traction; Chapter - 05: Story making; Chapter - 06: Start-up leadership; Chapter - 07: Men & machine learning; Chapter - 08: The 3 concentric circles of Teslism – A systemic model; Chapter - 09: Case studies

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Book SynopsisMade on the Isle of Wight is a pictorial celebration of the immense contribution to the aviation, automotive and marine industries that this tiny island has given, from the first hovercraft to boats that held the world water speed record and even the only all-British rocket and satellite into space.

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Book SynopsisPick a good model and stay with it, Henry Ford once said. No, he was not talking about cars; he was talking about marriage. Was Clara Bryant Ford a good model? Her husband of fifty-nine years seems to have thought so. This title tells her story. It also charts the course of the automobile industry and the life of the enigmatic man at its helm.

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Book SynopsisThis biography is devoted to the life and career of Roy D. Chapin - one of the foremost figures in the history of Detroit's independent automotive industry.

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Book SynopsisReissued in paperback, this book provides an account of the Ford story from the birth of the Model T, the early conflicts with the Dodge brothers, the revolutionary announcement of the five-dollar day, and development of the moving assembly line, a concept that changed our world. It is a history of a business empire and the power of tragedy.Trade ReviewMy story is about the Henry Ford I knew as well as any man alive or dead knew him. It is about the fabulous growth and preservation of the Ford Motor Company, which, in his shaken old age, not even its owner could destroy. It is about the creation and birth in that company of what has been the miracle of the Twentieth Century: the modern American industrial system of mass production with its moving assembly line. It is not the story of Charles Sorensen. It is, however, the story that I, Charles Sorensen, was privileged to see of Henry Ford and his works. It is a story of Mr. Ford's greatest success and his most tragic failure. - Charles E. Sorensen

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Book SynopsisRoof crush describes a vehicles roof as it is deformed during a rollover crash. According to some analysts, a collapsing roof can compromise all a vehicles safety features, including its seatbelts and side-curtain airbags. Partial or complete ejection of the occupants can result. This book is focused on automobile safety, specifically on the NHTSA rulemaking on vehicle roof strength standards to protect automobile passengers in the event of rollover accidents. Biomechanics and what occurs in a rollover, the relationship between the vehicle roof strength and the occupant injury risk, the history and efficacy of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administrations roof strength standards in improving vehicle safety are all examined and discussed at length.

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Book SynopsisIndustrial Development and the Social Fabric

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Book SynopsisLike it or not, the automobile industry is now and will remain an overwhelming factor in the lives of most people. If not an owner and driver, then as a pedestrian or a breather of air which is being polluted by the gas-guzzling and vile-air belching monsters created for our individual hedonistic pleasure. This book presents issues of current interest to those who cannot ignore their presence.

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Book SynopsisA remarkable eighty-year adventure spanning the golden age of twentieth-century mechanical and motor-vehicle engineering. Born into an ecclesiastical family, Harry Varley had a burning ambition to be the best engineer he could. He was one of the three-man team that designed the iconic 3-litre Bentley and fifty-seven years later he created a new engine for the same car. A skilled draughtsman and designer, he worked at multiple companies on cars, aircraft, and agricultural machinery. He designed the badge which appears on every Vauxhall, a revolutionary internal-combustion-engine piston and was employed on projects at Cubitt, Crossley and Streamline Cars. On secondment in the Second World War, he helped develop the largest diesel engine made by Perkins Engines, balloon winches and gun mountings, finishing at Rolls-Royce where he retired as chief planning engineer. The design and manufacture of his Varley engine took nine years of grit and determination. Having received reports that it had achieved its design objectives, he died aged ninety-three, his life's work complete.Table of ContentsIntroduction; The Butcher Preacher; From Dolphins to Griffins; The Third Man; From Depression to Lavatory Humour; From Griffons to Wraiths; Planes, Trains, and Automobiles; Working towards Retirement; From Heartbreak to Success; Epilogue; Bibliography

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Book SynopsisClassic superbikes are at the pinnacle of two-wheeled production engineering. Designed for adrenalin-inducing speed, breath-taking handling and head-turning good looks, these superb machines are the most glamorous and desirable bikes on the road. Classic Superbikes represents a fresh and informative approach to the subject. In handy pocket-sized form it chronicles 75 of the world’s greatest machines, from the earliest superbikes such as the Honda CBX 1000 and Suzuki RG500, to the Yamaha YZF R-1 and Ducati 996 SPS. Each of the 75 bikes in the book is examined in great detail over four pages. Stunning cut-out photography from a variety of angles and detailed annotations describe the motorcycle’s special features, while lively text explores the history of the bike and aspects of its design. For the real enthusiast there is a comprehensive specification box containing fact and figures, from engine size and tyre measurements to top speed, weight, power output and gearbox.Table of ContentsIntroduction An introduction to superbikes, which started in Japan where the industry really began after World War II. APRILIA An Italian superbike, the Aprilia RS125 is one of the basic starter bikes of superbikes, and one of the most successful novice 125cc machine superbikes. BIMOTA Another Italian creation, a Bimota, called a “Tesi”, was created for an engineering student’s thesis idea. Other Bimota’s featured include the SB8R. BMW BMW superbikes featured include the R1100S, the R1150GS, the K1200LT, and the K1200RS. BUELL Buell was started by a former Harley-Davidson engineer, and includes the Buell X1 Lightning bike. CAGIVA An Italian bike, the Cagiva Raptor is a design by the engineer who created the Ducati Monster, and is a high-performance bike, and includes Japanese efficiency alongside the Italian design. DUCATI The Ducati 748R is a smaller version of the 916 Superbike, and the R alongside Ducati superbikes explains the track-based variants of their range. Other Ducati bikes mentioned include the Ducati 851, the Ducati 900SS, the Ducati 916, the Ducati 996, and the Ducati 996SPS. HARLEY-DAVIDSON One of the most well-known motorcycle companies, and includes the Harley- Davidson Dyna Super Glide Sport. HONDA Made in Japan, Japanese licensing laws made it difficult for larger bikes to be engineered, and 400c (24ci) superbikes were the largest machines allowed, including the Honda VFR400R NC30. Other superbikes include the Honda CB400 Four Supersport, the Honda CBR600F, the Honda CB600F Hornet, the Honda CB600F S Hornet, the Honda NR750, Honda RVF750R RC45Honda XRV750 Africa Twin, and more. KAWASAKI Another Japanese based mortorcycle company, Kawasaki includes a smaller superbike, the Kawasaki ZXR400, the Kawasaki GPZ500S, the Kawasaki KH500, a cost-effective and novice bike, the Kawasaki ZX-6R Ninja, and more. KTM An Austrian based company, KTM includes the KTM Duke 620, a bike known for its dirtbike capabilities but with superbike technology. LAVERDA One of the previously most popular superbike Italian names, Laverda includes the Laverda 750S Formula. MOTO GUZZI An Italian based motorbike company, Moto Guzzi includes the Moto Guzzi California Special, an Italian brand with custom features. SUZUKI A Japanese brand, Suzuki bikes are capable of entering in racing classes. Included is the Suzuki RGV250, one of the highest specification superbikes, the Suzuki RG500, the Suzuki GSF600 Bandit, the Suzuki GSX-R600, and more. TRIUMPH The Triumph TT600 changed how Triumph was seen on the motorbike market. Other Triumph bikes included are the Triumph Thunderbird Sport, the Triumph Daytona 955i, the Triumph Speed Triple, and more. YAMAHA A Japanese brand, Yamaha includes the Yamaha FZS600 Fazer, one of the most budget friendly motorcycles available, the Yamaha YZF600 Thundercat, Yamaha YZF-R6, Yamaha YZF-R7, and more. Index

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Book SynopsisTrace the evolution of the supercar through the technology that drives it.With an introduction by David Coulthard.This is the definitive story of the science behind the art of supercar design. Written by bestselling author Martin Roach and featuring bespoke technical illustrations from F1 insider Neil Waterman, plus contributions from the biggest names in the supercar world, including: Adrian Newey - legend of Formula 1 design Gordon Murray - creator of the McLaren F1 Achim Anscheidt - chief designer of the Bugatti Chiron Tony Hatter - Porsche design guru Horacio Pagani - founder of Pagani Nigel Mansell - Formula 1 world champion Christian von Koenigsegg - founder of Koenigsegg And many, many more.From the earliest supercharged monsters to the complex machines of today, The Science of Supercars traces the evolution of the supercar through the technology that powers it.

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Book SynopsisThe complete history of BMC - British Motor Corporation - and a comprehensive directory of the marques and models that made up the whole. Following the historic amalgamation of Morris Motors Ltd and the Austin Motor Co Ltd in 1952, through to the merger with British Leyland in 1968, this book details the company's origins, its achievements and its legacy, and provides a close look at the many car models that were produced during its heyday.Trade ReviewMagnificent! - Autoliefhebbers.be --- All you need to know about the pre-Leyland era cars is here within the 304 pages which also contain some fantastic period pictures ... a fine one to add to your bookshelves at GBP30. - Classic Motoring --- thoroughly readable ... This is a great chance to get a new copy of one of the definitive books on the BMC years of the British Motor Industry. - Classic Car Weekly --- Thoroughly researched and authoritative, with plenty of photos, this book is a mine of fascinating information that should please anyone with an interest in British Cars of the period. - New Zealand Classic Car --- The publisher has done well to disinter this work and republish it in its original form, including the original imagery. - Kieron Fennelly --- This is a useful reference work and reasonably priced for a well-crafted publication. - Best of British --- It’s rare for a reference book to be truly riveting, but this title is. ... One of the best motoring books I’ve read, and highly recommended. - OverdriveTable of ContentsIntroduction Acknowledgements 1. Building an empire 2. In the driving seat 3. Austin 4. Austin-Healey 5. Metropolitan 6. VandenPlas 7. Morris 8. MG 9. Riley 10. Wolseley 11. BMH and British Leyland Appendices: BMC's design project numbers Building the bodies BMC overseas BMC model families Engine availablity BMC annual production figures Annual profit figures BMC - whats's left 50 years on?

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Book SynopsisThis third volume continues James Stringer's popular series with another highly entertaining collection of Austin-related stories. This time you can read all about: 'Mugwump' and its journey from Bristol to Cape Town; how Spike Milligan and fellow Goon Peter Sellers nearly fell out over an Austin 12/4; the company's promotional film about the Austin 7 - "The Mighty Atom", and many other colourful and delightfully entertaining stories, which provide the reader with an alternative and untold history of the Austin Motor Car Company.Table of ContentsContents Foreword Introduction Acknowledgements 1. An Austin named Gumdrop 2. The Austin village 3. The Sizaire-Berwick 4. The birth of an iconic trade mark 5. From stately limousine to Charabanc 6. "Old Min' 7. The 1931 New Zealand earthquake 8. An Austin Twelve on the frontier 9. An artist's impression 10. Sir Malcolm Campbell 11. The rooftop Austin Seven 12. The bridge over the River Camm 13. The Brough superior 14. The tale of an Austin Eight 15. 'Mugwump' 16. Austin in receivership 17. Thetakeover bid by General Motors of America 18. Herbert Austin on 'How to use a file' 19. The dependable Austin (Seven) 20. Agricultural Austins 21. 'The Mighty Atom' 22. Austin slogans 23. And finally ... Index

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Book SynopsisChevrolet was Number One in the sales race. If you needed a car, chances are Chevrolet made it. However, in 1964 there arose a problem. Some guy at Ford came up with a car called the Mustang, maybe you've heard of it? But don't worry, Chevrolet had a solution called the Camaro. In racing, where you are on lap one, isn't nearly as important as your position when the checkered flag falls. By 1981, Camaro was so far in front of Mustang, Henry needed binoculars to see the Z28's taillights! Camaro was part of the speed shop scene, modified by the most famous names of the muscle car era. In racing, Chevrolet's pony left no stone unturned, inside and outside America. With the fuel crisis, insurance, and inflation, America sought a new kind of coupe. The Bowtie boys even outsold Mustang, with that Z28 having the upper hand in the Chevrolet versus Ford rivalry. Chevrolet's dedicated coupe even outfoxed Ford's sedan based Mustang. If the Corvette is the King of American Sportscars, then 'The Hugger' must be the Prince of Ponies!Trade Reviewa well priced book, with a lot of detail - www.silhouet.com --- there's plenty for fans of American muscle to like - Auto Express --- This is an everything-you-need-to-know sort of book on the first two generations of the Chevrolet Camaro ... Marc Cranswick bursts with knowledge ... A 184-page hard (if quite large print) with plenty of colour photography, it justifies its price. - Classic Car Weekly --- Packed with information, this book should appeal to dyed-in-the-wool Camaro enthusiasts - Classic Driver --- A fascinating snapshot - and nothing you'd get in a GM-authorised official history of the car. - Classic Cars --- a worthy reference book - Octane (UK)Table of ContentsForeword Introduction Chapter 1 Chevrolet Camaro - The Original (1967-69) Chapter 2 - The Hugger goes pacing & road course racing Chapter 3 Big Blocks, Speed Shops & 1/4 mile Chapter 4 - The Exotic 2nd Gen Camaro (1970-74) Chapter 5 On The Right Track - 2nd gen racing Chapter 6 - Surviving & Thriving 1975-1981 Appendix A - Camaro Z28 - Chevrolet's Four Aces Appendix B - Chevrolet Items of Interest Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisThe Ford Maverick was a horse of a different color - four different colors, in fact. It was America's first modern subcompact; as 'The Simple Machine' it combined rugged Ford durability with looks that belied its bargain basement starter sticker. Secondly, the Maverick was an attainable junior supercar. When ponies got pricey, the Maverick Grabber stepped in to fight inflation. And if the Mustang had the Cougar as an upscale cousin, the Grabber could have the Comet GT as its partner in crime. Indeed, it was in the third area of small car luxury, that Maverick LDO (Luxury Decor Option), and Mercury Comet with Custom Option, were truly innovative. Ford was the first domestic to break the previously accepted tenet that luxury went with size. Still, all plush and no sport makes Henry a dull lad. In Super Stock and Pro Stock, the Ford Maverick was raced by Dyno Don Nicholson, Fast Eddie Schartman and Gapp & Roush to victory! Overall, the Ford Maverick was a winner on the track, and in the showroom. Thanks a couple of million Henry! Marc Cranswick's homage to the small US Fords of the 1970s is essential reading for all Maverick and Comet enthusiasts.Trade Reviewa good read - Auto Express --- Overall, a highly comprehensive and focussed look at a couple of very successful Ford U.S.A. products. Definitely recommended. - Model A Ford Club of GB Newsletter --- a good book for those enthusiasts interested in the 'malaise era' of the American automotive industry as well as fans of this niche model. - Classic Car Weekly --- Lavishly illustrated - which is vital when dealing with a model with which we may not be familiar - the story of the Maverick is also the story of the US manufacturers' attempt to fight back against the growing import invasion from Europe and Japan - Classics Monthly --- Marc Cranswick's take on the 1970-'77 Maverick and Comet shines a light in a topic rarely covered in print. - Classic & Sports Car --- Well-illustrated and very readable, this 160 page hardback is an interesting read. You don’t have to be Ford fan to enjoy it. - New Zealand Classic CarTable of ContentsIntroduction Chapter 1 The Road To Maverick Chapter 2 Ford Maverick - America's First Subcompact Chapter 3 - Maverick Evolution - 1970-73 Chapter 4 - Sporty Maverick Chapter 5 - Mercury's Comet Chapter 6 - Drag Racing The Compacts Chapter 7 - Mavericks, South American style Chapter 8 Ford: 1974 - 1980 Appendix A - Ford's transition into the '80s Appendix B - The Road Warrior Falcon Appendix C - Specification Tables & Ford Items of Interest Captions Bibliography Footnotes Index

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Book SynopsisTesla disrupts the automotive industry by creating many innovative pieces that fit together. Its marketing, production, sales and technology strategies are all notably different from its competitors. The Tesla Way is an elongated case study looking at Tesla's business model and how this can be applied to existing manufacturing and production strategies in other companies. The author also includes case studies from Michelin, Mass and other consumer goods manufacturing companies. The Tesla Way will look at the origins of Tesla, its journey to success, new business models and what will come next. The author includes a mixture of the theory behind the Tesla business model and its applications, examining the combination between the manufacturing world and the digital world. He has also interviewed a cross-section of Tesla's current employees in both the USA and France. At the end of each chapter an interview with a CEO or top manager of an industrial firm is featured: among others, the stories of Luxor Lighting, ThyssenKrupp, Bosch or Kimberley Clarke. There are also insightful questions for managers. Online supporting resources include sample templates for analyzing efficiency of processes on the factory floor.Trade Review"The most up-to-date text on understanding Elon Musk's strategy." * Jean-Michel Lorenzi, President and CEO, FrontSwimmer *"This book is useful for business leaders. Each chapter contains an explanatory and a theoretical part, complete with many concrete examples. Tesla is the main theme of this book, but the author also investigates the practices of numerous other companies including General Electric, Bosch and Michelin." * Anne Feitz, Les Echos, Paris *Table of Contents Chapter - 01: Hyper manufacturing; Chapter - 02: Cross integration; Chapter - 03: Software hybridization; Chapter - 04: Tentacular traction; Chapter - 05: Story making; Chapter - 06: Start-up leadership; Chapter - 07: Men & machine learning; Chapter - 08: The 3 concentric circles of Teslism – A systemic model; Chapter - 09: Case studies

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Book SynopsisWe may be standing at the precipice of a revolution in propulsion not seen since the internal combustion engine replaced the horse and buggy. The proliferation of electric cars will change the daily lives of motorists, boost some regional economies and hurt others, reduce oil insecurity but create new insecurities about raw materials, and impact urban air quality and climate change. If you want to understand how quickly the transition is likely to occur, and the factors shaping the pace of the transition, this book delivers with a candid, illuminating style.The invention of the lithium-ion battery and its adaptation to the auto sector set the stage for the exciting proliferation of electric cars, beginning with California and Norway. This book focuses on the period from the oil crises of the 1970s to the present, tracing the development of this entirely new industry and its critical supply chain. John Graham delves into the major societal concerns, economic rationales, governmental policies and corporate strategies. He emphasizes that consumer concerns slowed the pace of the transition while spurring more innovation and new policies to persuade reluctant consumers. And he explains why the transition is now occurring much faster in China and Europe than in Japan and the United States. More broadly, the book tells the story of many successes and failures in public policy, technological innovation and corporate strategy.This book provides an in-depth understanding of how people on every continent in the world are contributing to the new electric-vehicle industry, including the raw materials, battery components, electric motors and charging stations. Faculty, students and researchers will appreciate the integrated treatment of the technical, economic, political and international issues. For the practitioner in industry, government and civil society, the book is an engaging look at the roles of key decision makers and organizations, both those favoring electric cars and those opposed.Trade Review‘I highly recommend this book for two reasons: First, it is an excellent compendium on an emerging topic of great economic, environmental, and political importance. And second, it is a model for other “deep dives” into similar complex problems associated with the transition away from fossil fuels. For someone working on the energy and environmental risk issues associated with vehicles, this book will be an excellent reference as well as a way to become broadly informed. For an academic leading seminars and guiding research, this book provides an in-depth summary for students and colleagues to enhance dis- cussion and debate as events evolve in the transition to electrified vehicles.’ -- D. Warner North, Risk Analysis‘This is a thoroughly researched book and the only offering that wholly encapsulates the development of the electric vehicle in the early 21st century, which is one of the most important technological developments and policy interventions for transportation in the last 20 years and promises to wield the same influence for at least another 20.’ -- Bradley W Lane, Journal of Policy Analysis & Management‘For those who have limited acquisition budgets and can purchase only one book that deals with electric vehicles in all their aspects, this is the book. The 13 chapters, each supported by more than 100 notes/references, quickly add up to a very high quality, useful volume. A smart student will find out what these people have written and use the primary sources. Weighty information with a physical weight that will make any backpack uncomfortable but well worth reading and transporting. Every teacher should read chapter 1 - it's full of relevant information that will probably come up in the classroom, and this is painless preparation.’ -- C J Myers, CHOICE‘Policymakers (both in areas where PEVs are becoming established and in areas where there is currently low penetration of the market), as well as scientists, engineers, and economists, should take note of this incredibly in-depth and comprehensive study. By taking a broad look backwards, Graham has identified the key origins of the emergence of modern PEVs, the supporting policies that increase the rate of transition, and the potential obstructions that may delay the transition from conventional powertrains going forwards. The book, whilst incredibly detailed, is split into clear sections that can be read and referenced separately; such that it serves as an essential basis for modern PEV research across many different disciplines.’ -- Maeve Carys McLoughlin, Journal of Risk Research‘This book is literally electrifying. John Graham connects all the circuits to deliver an exciting and edifying analysis of the seemingly imminent transformation of our transportation system to electric vehicles. Drawing on his deep expertise in automobile science, safety and politics, Graham shows how technological advances, charismatic leaders, and energy and environmental policies have driven the EV competition among the United States, Europe, Japan, China and others. This detailed and thorough book will ground a serious discussion and spark a provocative debate on the future of our cars and our societies.’ -- Jonathan B. Wiener, Duke University, US'A new age may be dawning, in which plug-in electric cars and light trucks will largely replace those powered by oil. John Graham provides a magisterial and comprehensive overview of the technologies, consumer demand, production supply chains, and government policies that shape the differing pace of change in the US, Europe, Japan, and China.'Table of ContentsContents: Preface 1. Rise of the modern electric vehicle 2. Consumer perspectives 3. Energy security 4. Urban air quality 5. Global climate change 6. Prelude to China’s leapfrog gambit 7. Rescuing the auto industry 8. The supply chain: produce or outsource? 9. Securing raw materials 10. From cheater to innovator 11. Charging networks and the grid 12. Persuading consumers 13. Predicting the pace of the transition Index

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Book SynopsisThe automobile is the ultimate analogue machine and mankind’s most ingenious, seductive and damaging invention. For over a century, cars have provided reference points for our notions of style, status and desire. In design terms, the Age of Combustion was as rich and varied as architecture’s Baroque – and far more popular. And now it is coming to an end, as the internal-combustion engine is superseded by the battery and cars become wheeled computers, running on AI not oil. Together with a wide-ranging introduction, this book reproduces 60 of Stephen Bayley’s popular monthly columns for Octane, the outstanding classic car magazine where, for more than 10 years, he has provided the most consistent and insightful commentary on car culture, often based on privileged access to industry insiders.

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Book SynopsisFuelled by passion, nostalgia and perhaps eccentricity over necessity, Chris Haddon unveils often overlooked and garage-dwelling cars and introduces you to the worlds’ most classic cars and their owners. Some are immaculate, while some come with rust, but regardless of age and value, they are regularly used, loved and clock up an impressive mileage. Cast your mind back to a time of car design when individuality was a selling point and manufacturers dared to be different. My Cool Classic Car explores quirky design aspects, big and small, good (or bad) handling traits and humorous, slightly haphazard approaches to solutions. In all cases, My Cool Classic Car embraces manufacturers’ individuality and the trends of the era. My Cool Classic Car allows us to pause, think and reconnect with a time when dashboards and interior spaces were art forms in their own right. Chapters include:Beloved: Read about treasured cars packed full of memories that will never have a selling price, such is the connection between owner and vehicle.Retro: Lose yourself in nostalgic time capsules with styling, colours and materials driven solely by inspirations and fashions of the time.Glory Days: Who wouldn’t want to return to fast-paced times when automotive design was in its prime? Explore a snapshot of deliberate extremes in car design from around the globe.Classic Eccentrics: From a well-used Model T Ford, to an iconic DeLorean, step away from the ordinary and embrace individuality through eccentricity.Sports: Sports cars are all about the driving and the enjoyment it brings. Think simplistic designs, sleek lines and long curves.

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Book SynopsisThis Guide is based on several decades of author’s research and practical experience in the areas of process optimization, ventilation and energy conservation in welding shops of auto manufacturing and maintenance facilities. The Guide will describe principles of Weld Fume Control, advanced ventilation systems for facilities with welding and allied processes and with energy conservation opportunities that result from the process related measures to reduce emission of fumes and gases and the building envelope improvements. The objectives of the Guide are to improve the health and safety in the industrial environment and offer strategies for energy conservation. The Guide is designed for engineers, production operators and energy managers.Trade Review Table of Contents

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Book SynopsisThis book provides an integrated perspective of the automotive market for the next decade. It shows how customers and producers are shaping the market simultaneously and contends that the first steps of the mobility revolution have already been taken. It compels automotive companies to strike new paths to participate in this journey.The authors provide a comprehensive analysis of the automotive industry, including prevailing business models of OEMs and 'tier-n' automotive suppliers, the competitive environment they are embedded in as well as socio-economic changes affecting future market conditions. Subsequently, elements of the automotive disruption are presented; these enable the provision of novel urban mobility concepts and offer a new source for additional services accompanying the user. A comprehensive insight into consumer behavior, potential automotive business models which can be sustained by 2030, smart city models, transformation strategies, and diverse market penetration scenarios are also provided in the book. It also outlines the challenges and key actions that shape the automotive sector even beyond 2030 as well as knock-on effects across different industries arising from the technological and economic changes in the automotive market are projected.Table of Contents1. Introduction to Automotive Disruption and the Urban Mobility Revolution.- 2. Characterization of the Automotive Industry.- 3. Elements of the Automotive Disruption.- 4. Urban Mobility Revolution: A Quantitative Analysis.- 5. Business Model 2030: A Metamorphosis of the AutomotiveLandscape.- 6. Conclusion to Automotive Disruption and the Urban Mobility Revolution.- 7. Prospects: A Look Beyond.

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Book SynopsisThis book provides an integrated perspective of the automotive market for the next decade. It shows how customers and producers are shaping the market simultaneously and contends that the first steps of the mobility revolution have already been taken. It compels automotive companies to strike new paths to participate in this journey.The authors provide a comprehensive analysis of the automotive industry, including prevailing business models of OEMs and 'tier-n' automotive suppliers, the competitive environment they are embedded in as well as socio-economic changes affecting future market conditions. Subsequently, elements of the automotive disruption are presented; these enable the provision of novel urban mobility concepts and offer a new source for additional services accompanying the user. A comprehensive insight into consumer behavior, potential automotive business models which can be sustained by 2030, smart city models, transformation strategies, and diverse market penetration scenarios are also provided in the book. It also outlines the challenges and key actions that shape the automotive sector even beyond 2030 as well as knock-on effects across different industries arising from the technological and economic changes in the automotive market are projected.Table of Contents1. Introduction to Automotive Disruption and the Urban Mobility Revolution.- 2. Characterization of the Automotive Industry.- 3. Elements of the Automotive Disruption.- 4. Urban Mobility Revolution: A Quantitative Analysis.- 5. Business Model 2030: A Metamorphosis of the AutomotiveLandscape.- 6. Conclusion to Automotive Disruption and the Urban Mobility Revolution.- 7. Prospects: A Look Beyond.

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Book SynopsisThis book presents the current causes and effects of implementing sustainable supply chain management (SSCM) as well as green supply chain management (GSCM) strategies in the automotive industry. The reader is provided a detailed scientific review on SSCM and GSCM and presented the advantages of sustainable development concepts as well as factors causing the implementation of SSCM such as buyers’ behavior, governmental regulations, and competitiveness. The book then analyses the current situation of SSCM development, particularly in the automotive industry. It shows challenges, barriers, successes, and benefits that automotive companies obtain from implementing GSCM. Through case studies on leading German car manufacturers VW, BMW, and Daimler, the necessary activities of these companies to implement green development in the entire supply chain, including green supplier selection, green materials, green transportation, and reverse logistics, are defined. Moreover, a benchmark with companies from Asian markets such as Toyota from Japan and Geely from China is performed.Table of Contents1. Introduction of Sustainable Supply Chain Management: Learning from the German Automotive Industry.- 2. Traditional Supply Chain Management.- 3. Sustainable Supply Chain Management.- 4. Green Supply Chain Management.- 5. Scenarios and Concepts for the Future Development.- 6. Conclusion of Sustainable Supply Chain Management: Learning from the German Automotive Industry.

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Book SynopsisOffering an empirical analysis based on a consumer survey, this book sheds light on all these aspects, thus giving useful insights to academics, marketers and policy makers into the challenges facing consumers in their E-mobility adoption.

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Book SynopsisPart I: Key Transformative Trends of the Global Automotive Sector.- 1. Introduction John Humphrey, Martin Krzywdzinski, Grzegorz Lechowski and Tommaso Pardi.- 2. Car Markets in Transition. Can Emerging Countries Take the Lead? Tommaso Pardi.- 3. Incumbent Responses to the Challenges of Producing Connected, Autonomous, Shared and Electric Vehicles John Humphrey.- 4. Industry 4.0 and Its Implications for the International Division of Labor in the Automotive Industry Martin Krzywdzinski and Grzegorz Lechowski.- Part II: The Multilevel Sectoral Transformation in the European Union.- 5. Bringing the European Union Back in the Automobile Sector After the Covid Crisis Samuel Klebaner and Sigfrido Ramírez-Pérez.- 6. German Industrial Model in Transition: Electromobility Challenges in the Automotive Sector Grzegorz Lechowski and Nathan Weis.- 7. Is Electrification an Opportunity or a Threat? The French Automotive Industry at the Crossroad Tommaso Pardi.- 8. The Imposed Path for the Italian Automotive System Matteo Gaddi, Nadia Garbellini and Francesco Garibaldo.- Part III: The Global Variety of Sectoral Restructuring.- 9. Between Covid and Geopolitics. Emerging Production Networks in the New Energy Vehicle Industry in China Boy Lüthje and Wei Zhao.- 10. Industrial Trajectories in the Brazilian and Indian Auto Sectors Praveen Jha, Hansjörg Herr, Bruno De Conti, Christina Teipen and Helena Gräf.- 11. The Impact of Global Shifts in the Automotive Industry in the United States Bernard F. Swiecki and Kristin Dziczek.- 12. From Automobile Industry to Mobility Industry? New Mobility Concepts and Policies in Japan Holger Bungsche.- 13. Africa's Automobile Sector - Development Opportunities in a Rapidly Changing Industry Tilman Altenburg, Justin Barnes, Anthony Black and Mbongeni Ndlovu.- Part IV: Conclusions.- 14. Global Shifts in the Automotive Industry. Outlining the New Arrangements between Technology, Policy, Firms, and Markets Grzegorz Lechowski, Martin Krzywdzinski, John Humphrey, Tommaso Pardi.

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