Presents a short biography of legendary NASCAR champion Dale Earnhardt, Jr., and chronicles his childhood and heritage as well as his impressive racing career.
Provides a profile of race car driver Dale Earnhardt, Jr., discussing his family, amateur and professional careers, achievements, and more. Includes a glossary and a list of resources.
Examines the life and career of Danica Patrick, the first female driver to win an IndyCar race, and discusses the challenges she faced as a race car driver.
Danica Patrick zooms around the track in NASCAR's fastest races. But Patrick has branched out to more than just racing. Read all about her rise to fame, her successes on and off the track, and much more.
"In this gripping narrative from one of professional sports' most beloved figures, Earnhardt shares stories from his journey: how his career and his injury have transformed him, how he made the decision to retire at the end of the 2017 season after eighteen years behind the wheel, and what lies ahead for him in the next chapter of his life. There is no second-guessing and no regrets from Driver #88. He simply wants to go out on his own terms and make the rest of his life off the race track count"--OCLC.
"Frank's dad was a champion hot-rod racer, Gilbert the Great. But when a terrible accident sees him go from hero to zero, Frank and Gilbert are left with nothing--and in the grips of a wicked crime boss and his henchmen. After Gilbert is thrown in prison, only Frank can come to his rescue . . ."--Jacket flap.
Examines how Formula One race cars are designed to go fast and keep drivers safe. Includes a page of fun facts, a glossary, resources for further information, and color photographs.
Offers readers a close-up look at dragsters. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts, sidebars, labeled diagrams, and a "How It Works" feature, the book provides a thrilling overview of this exciting vehicle.
