Megafast - John Farndon

This brilliant book brings together over 30 of the fastest machines ever invented. With fantastically detailed, true-to-life illustrations showcasing speedy supercars, spectacular superbikes, powerful planes and mighty monster trucks, Megafast is packed with awesome speed machines that have broken records around the world. With incredible statistics on maximum speeds, facts about engineering, and anecdotes about the journey from factory to road, racetrack or air, speed-lovers will find themselves entertained for hours. • Discover the ultimate, world record-breaking speed machines. • From supersonic planes to jet-powered motorcycles, uncover the fastest vehicles ever made. • Find out what wins the race for the most powerful engine of all time! • Bite-size facts and a ''dashboard'' of stats show off each machines'' special features. With some of the world''s most famous vehicles, as well as some you may not have heard of before, Megafast is full of record-breakers, world-class technology, and daring designs. The perfect gift for kids who are fascinated by speed, this eye-catching and captivating book is one to return to again and again.