The car was perhaps the greatest invention of the 20th century and symbolized the era's growing need for greater mobility and freedom. From the classic Aston Martin, to the Volkswagen Beetle, the phenomenon of the modern automobile is one of the great success stories of the modern age. The simple combination of four wheels and an engine has developed into one of the most marketable and colourful modes of transport in the world.
The Encyclopedia of Cars compiles the best models from the first 100 years of automobile manufacture. Alongside a fascinating introduction to the history of the modern car, with reference to Henry Ford, Ferrari and many other famous protagonists, the book contains an extensive reference guide to each and every car manufacturer and their most noteworthy models. Illustrated with over 600 colour photographs, this fabulous volume is a comprehensive guide to the greatest cars ever to have hit the road.