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Describes the development of airplanes over the years and provides information about various models while focusing on those characteristics which promote speed in flight.

"Introduces various types of cars, including everyday cars, sports cars, and super cars, and how they are used"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses the history of trains, the invention of high-speed trains, and the high-speed train systems of European countries.

Explains how jet planes operate and some of the uses that the military makes of them, describing the design and functioning of such examples as the F-15, the AV-8B Harrier, and the F-22 stealth plane.

Discusses the history and development of some of the world's fastest helicopters, describing the specific features and specifications of such aircraft as the SA 360 Dauphin, Boeing-Sikorsky RAH-66 Comanche, AH-64 Apache, and V-22 Osprey.

Discusses the history and development of some of the world's fastest trucks, describing the specific features and specifications of such vehicles as racing pickups, semi-trucks, monster trucks, and jet-powered trucks.

Examines the history, design, safety features, and professional racing of stock cars.