Cañon City Public Library

Blindsided by a new generation of blazing-fast racers, the legendary Lightning McQueen is suddenly pushed out of the sport he loves. To get back in the game, he will need the help of an eager young race technician with her own plan to win, inspiration from the late Fabulous Hudson Hornet, and a few unexpected turns. Proving that #95 isn't through yet will test the heart of a champion on Piston Cup Racing's biggest stage!

"Engaging images accompany information about stock cars. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--

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

Describes stock cars and stock car racing, covering such aspects as the shape and nature of the track, seating of the spectators, order in which the drivers line up, and use of flags.

"A fast-paced, high-interest introduction to stock cars, modified race cars known for their aftermarket parts and use in oval track races. Also included is a biographical story about stock car driver Darrell Wallace Jr"--

Describes NASCAR pick-up truck racing, its rules, how the trucks are equipped, and how fast they travel.

"Amazing photography accompanies engaging information about stock cars. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

Riverhead Raceway is a rare beast. For decades it has hosted showdowns between local residents who bring their stock cars to do battle on a quarter-mile track, passions spilling out of the cockpit when the checkered flag drops. Forty such tracks used to exist on Long Island alone. Today Riverhead is the last, with the track2s owners struggle to maintain an American tradition as a real estate boom surrounds them.

Draws on the author's expertise in physics, as well as interviews with mechanics, pit crews, and other insiders, to trace the life cycle of a race car and offer insight into the scientific aspects of high-speed racing.

"What's it really like to drive in a stock car race? Loud and hot! Spark early readers' natural curiosity about racing with this inquiry-based nonfiction approach to stock cars. Once upon a time, stock cars raced as they came from the factory, with maybe a few upgrades. Now, most people think of NASCAR stock cars, which are all custom made. These powerful machines have three times the horsepower of a regular car. Appeal to budding race fans with this...