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 | All-American Truck StopsFrom the first “Mom & Pop” stops to the truck stops built by oil companies, to today’s travel plazas and turnpike stations, this is the first in-depth history of America’s truck stops... |
 | American Trucks of the 1950sThis highly visual study examines the important role of trucking in the growth of North America in the 1950s. With 120 images and evocative writing, it encapsulates the histories of the major,... |
 | American Trucks of the 1960sThis highly visual study covers the US and Canadian truck manufacturers that built trucks in North America in the 1960s. Canadian-built trucks were often unique, while others were built specifically for the... |
 | Autocar Trucks 1899-1950 Photo ArchiveEarly advertisements declared "The design of the Autocar chassis lends itself to almost every style of body." Large, detailed archival photographs with informative captions tell the story from the first Autocar Truck... |
 | Autocar Trucks of the 1950sAutocar’s roots go way back into the early 1900s and became known for tough and rugged trucks. When WWII came, very few trucks for civilian use were produced and by the end... |
 | Autocar Trucks of the 1960s at WorkAs we start the 1960s, the current Autocar truck models were well on their way in popularity. By this time Autocars were highly regarded as a rough, tough and sturdy truck. Ron... |
 | British and European Trucks of the 1970sThe ’70s witnessed a number of amalgamations, mergers and take-overs that would change the face of the pan-European trucking industry. It saw the birth of the infamous British Leyland empire, which was... |
 | British Buses 1946-1975By 1945, at the end of a long war, Britain was desperate for new buses and coaches. And, by the time the government permitted bus production again an almost insatiable demand had... |
 | British LorriesAs Britain emerged form the Second World War in 1945 her motor industry was still geared up to produce the quantities of vehicles, especially commercials, required in wartime. With the urgent need... |
 | British Lorries of the 1950sA picture packed revisiting of British trucks and trucking in the 1950s.... |
 | British Lorries of the 1960sBritish commercial manufacturers played a prime role in boosting Britain's economy during the 1960s, especially as many vehicles were exported worldwide. British lorries were, therefore, considered as being the workhorses of the... |
 | British Vans & Pick-Ups 1945-1965Directly after the Second World War, most light commercials were derived from passenger cars, usually small and of very limited carrying capacity. Typical of these was the Morris Eight van, which would... |
 | Brockway Trucks 1948-1961 Photo ArchiveFrom its beginnings in 1912, Brockway earned a reputation for reliability and rugged design that was carried on after the company was acquired by Mack Trucks in October, 1956. This collection of... |
 | Circus & Carnival TractorsAction photos of construction and farm tractors put to use by circuses and carnivals. Tractors were adapted by traveling shows to drive and pull stakes, load canvas and load trains among other... |
 | Circus & Carnival TrucksThe modified trucks used to haul tents, animals, cages, carnival rides and more. An array of manufacturers.... |
 | DAF Trucks since 1949This book chronicles the fascinating first 80 years of DAF’s history, from being a small Dutch trailer manufacturer through to its acquisition by US truck giant Paccar, and the development of the... |
 | Diamond T Trucks 1911-1966 Photo ArchiveThe Diamond T Motor Car Company manufactured automobiles until 1911 when the first truck, led to exclusive truck production and legendary status as style leaders. While "The Handsomest Truck in America" became... |
 | Dodge Heavy-Duty Trucks 1928-1975The most detailed history ever written about Dodge Heavy-duty Trucks is now available. From Dodge's earliest three-ton models in 1928 to the 1975 models that were never produced because Chrysler's management pulled... |
 | Evolution of Cab-Over-Engine TrucksAmerican COE (Cab Over Engine) designs began to appear as a way to maximize loads and abide by individual U.S. state length regulations. By shortening the overall length of the truck cab... |
 | Federal Trucks Photo Archive“Since 1910…Federal Trucks Have Been Known in Every Country—Sold on Every Continent.” One of the great “independents” from Detroit, Federal produced a “high quality truck at a good price.” In July 1910,... |
 | Fire Trucks of the 1950sAmerican motor fire apparatus design reached its high-water mark in the 1950s. Every one of the nation's major fire apparatus manufacturers boasted uniquely individual custom fire truck designs. Unlike the look-alike cookie-cutter... |
 | Ford Fire TrucksFire trucks of all types built on the famous Model T, the long standing F-Series, the venerable C-Series, the honorary Louisville-Line, and other miscellaneous Ford models have prolifically and efficiently served towns... |
 | Ford Heavy-Duty Trucks 1948-1998 Photo HistoryFirst history devoted to these heavy-haulers offers a comprehensive text and a wealth of archival photography.... |
 | Ford Medium-Duty Trucks 1917-1998Ford Medium-duty trucks are rugged, dependable, economical, and easy to work on. Ford helped ease the growing pains of American evolution by building hundreds of thousands of tough trucks for medium-duty service.... |
 | Freightliner TrucksUnable to find a manufacturer to build his new design, Leland James, the founder of Consolidated Freightways, founded what would become Freightliner. Photographs handpicked from the Freightliner Corporate Archives, combined with in-depth... |
 | FWD Fire Trucks 1914-1963 Photo ArchiveLong recognized for the production of specialized vehicles for use by highway departments, utility companies, construction firms, and the oil industry, The Four Wheel Drive Auto Company also established an enviable reputation... |
 | FWD Trucks 1910-1974 Photo ArchiveEstablished in 1910, The Four Wheel Drive Auto Company was created to produce automobiles. "The Battleship", America's "first successful four-wheel-drive automobile" was offered for sale in the company's 1911 sales catalog. However,... |
 | GMC Heavy-Duty Trucks 1927-1987Focusing on GMCs most fruitful six decades from 1927 to 1987, this book also contains a prolog and epilog to round out the 100 plus year history of GMC trucks and their... |
 | International Heavy Trucks of the 1950sWith worn-out trucks after World War II and plans laid out by the Federal Government to build the Interstate Highway System, truck production really took off in the 1950s. Companies and drivers... |
 | International Heavy Trucks of the 1960sThe success of International's 1950s semi-trucks continued into the 1960s. Many series were carried over from the 1950s, but International now offered more models in each series to make them more versatile.... |
 | Kenworth TrucksFounded in 1923, Kenworth has since become one of the most recognized names in American truck manufacturing. This book highlights the golden era of trucking in crisp period photographs that present a... |
 | Kenworth Trucks of the 1950sFor Kenworth, the 1950s were some of its most exciting years. A financial windfall started out the decade, with a special truck built for ARAMCO that became a standard at oil sites... |
 | Lost Truck LegendsHere you go truck fans, a book just for you! Featuring small-scale independent truck manufacturers, this book offers a selection of trucks no longer manufactured, but that in their time had a... |
 | Mack EB-EC-ED-EE-EF-EG-DE 1936-1951 Photo ArchiveMagnificent collections of rare black & white photographs specially selected from public and private archives promote the strength and versatility of these individual Mack models. This volume contains informative captions providing concise... |
 | Mack FC, FCSW and NW 1936-1947 Photo ArchiveThis magnificent collection of rare black & white photographs, specially selected from public and private archives, promotes the unique characteristics of these popular trucks. Built to order for mining and construction companies,... |
 | Mack Model AB Photo ArchiveA magnificent collection of rare black & white photographs specially selected from public and private archives promote the strength and versatility of these individual Mack models. Filled with informative captions providing concise... |
 | Mack Model B 1953-1966 Photo ArchiveA magnificent collection of rare black & white photographs specially selected from public and private archives promote the strength and versatility of these individual Mack models. Filled with informative captions providing concise... |
 | PeterbiltThe history of the Peterbilt truck line is examined in fine detail, including the evolution of the serial numbering system, the models, the loggers, cabovers, aerodynamic solutions and even the company's logo.... |
 | Peterbilt Trucks 1939-1979Peterbilts among enthusiasts. Starting in 1939 when Peterbilt was formed (after acquiring Fageol trucks), this golden era of trucking is portrayed through large period photographs when these heavy haulers were put to... |
 | Peterbilt Trucks of the 1960sT. A. Peterman needed a better truck to haul logs in the northwest, so after experimenting and then acquiring Fageol Motors, he came up with a formula to create rugged, tough trucks... |
 | Refuse TrucksA collection of the trucks that have kept our small-town and big-city streets free from the acrid stench of dumpster juice.... |
 | REO TrucksRansom Eli Olds was best known as the inventor of the Oldsmobile. In 1904 Olds was unsatisfied and left the company, which left time to help create the new company bearing his... |
 | Routemaster BusThe Routemaster bus – instantly recognizable as the classic red double-decker London Transport bus – is a British icon, and a symbol unmistakably associated with London. Now the Routemaster receives the famous... |
 | Semi Trucks of the 1960sThis book follows on the heels of Semi-Trucks of the 1950s. As the '50s saw new and improved models after the starved war years, the Sixties was the decade for expansion, not... |
 | Semi-Trucks of the 1950sSemi-trucks helped pave the way for this huge growth spurt in America with dependable trucks built by Mack, GMC, Chevrolet, Ford, Dodge, International, White Freightliner, Peterbilt, Kenworth, Diamond T, Reo, Autocar, Brockway,... |
 | Sterling Trucks Photo ArchiveOne of the early pioneers in the manufacture of trucks, Sterling is synonymous with rugged well-engineered trucks with a reputation for reliable service in off-road, heavy-duty applications—mining, construction, and logging. Distinctive engineering... |
 | Studebaker Trucks 1927-1940 Photo ArchiveA nostalgic photographic history of one of the great names in American motoring. This outstanding collection of rare factory photographs displays the quality and styling that distinguishes Studebaker from all the rest.... |
 | The Long HaulThis book is a concise history of the pioneers in trucking and how they grew their truck empires. Most of the companies started out very small regionally and with acquisitions and mergers... |
 | The Traveling FairThe photographic account of fairground transport in Britain. Stunningly designed and beautifully photographed, the book includes the author's own photographic collection and fairground vehicle enthusiast's collections, including several archival photos.... |
 | White Trucks 1900-1937 Photo ArchiveThe White Company was one of America's earliest and most successful truck manufacturers. Offered in a wide range of sizes and models, White trucks found their way to a variety of work... |
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January 12,2012
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November 1,2011
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