Library: Automotive: Automotive History

Holden

A look back at the history of Ford automotive manufacturing in Australia

Have a look at these excellent links:

Ford Australia a Timeline of the company's history

"Ford in Australia: a rich history" - online article in www.motoring.com.au

Books in the library

Monaro magic : history Holden Monaro, HSV Coupe and Pontiac GTO 1968-2006 by Norm Darwin A blended learning approach to automotive engineering at levels one to three Produced alongside the ATT online learning resources, this textbook covers all the theory and technology sections that students need to learn in order to pass levels 1, 2 and 3 automotive courses. It is recommended by the Institute of the Motor Industry and is also ideal for exams run by other awarding bodies. Unlike the current textbooks on the market though, this title takes a blended learning approach, using interactive features that make learning more enjoyable as well as more effective. When linked with the ATT online resources it provides a comprehensive package that includes activities, video footage, assessments and further reading. Information and activities are set out in sequence so as to meet teacher and learner needs as well as qualification requirements.nbsp;nbsp; Tom Denton is the leading UK automotive author with a teaching career spanning lecturer to head of automotive engineering in a large college. His nine automotive textbooks published since 1995 are bestsellers and led to his authoring of the Automotive Technician Training multimedia system that is in common use in the UK, USA and several other countries.
Call Number: 629.222209 HOL:DAR
Publication Date: 2013
Bathurst A9X Toranas : a photographic history by Stephen Stathis The newly revised 4th edition of AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE: INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, REPAIR contains all the knowledge and skills necessary for readers to be successful in a number of automotive careers. This text covers all eight major course areas of automotive technology by progressing students through an introduction to shop management and then covering theories of vehicle systems operations with step-by-step procedures for troubleshooting and repairing automobiles. Technically reviewed by instructors and industry experts, the 4th edition of this popular text is designed in particular for the needs of those readers enrolled in NATEF-certified programs. Updated and expanded content in this edition includes coverage of hybrid vehicles, HTHS viscosity ratings, latest coolants, ejector cycle systems, dynamometer, and turbochargers and superchargers.
Call Number: 796.72099445 STA
Publication Date: 2007
Peter Brock : chronicling Peter's racing career using his scrapbooks and memorabilia Simple, cost-effective, basic and reliable tips to ensure any rally car stands a chance of reaching the finishing line. If you are planning a road-based rally, don't even think of leaving home before reading this book and implementing the tried and tested mods it describes so well.
Call Number: 796.72092 BRO
Publication Date: 2007
Ford Cortina: the complete history by Russell Hayes To mark 50 years since the introduction of Ford's best-seller, this exhaustively researched history tells how it grew to be a worldwide success. With first-hand accounts from key people and evocative period photography, the design and development of all five generations of Cortina is explored in detail.
Call Number: 629.222209 FOR:COR
Publication Date: 2012
The FJ Holden by Don Loffler Book devoted to the famous Australian classic car the FJ Holden (1953-1956). Illustrated throughout, includes descriptions of sedan, convertible, station wagon and utility models. Covers its design and release, export and adapted models, factory insights, race track nostalgia, identification and body plates. Indexed. Previous titles include 'She's a Beauty' and 'Still Holden Together'.
Call Number: 629.222209 HOL:LOF
Publication Date: 2004
Classic Racing Engines by Karl Ludvigsen An overview of 50 classic motor racing engines selected from an 80-year period starting in 1914, when racing engines emerged as a distinct type of power unit. The book highlights each unit's significance in terms of both its racing history and the advancement of technology.
Call Number: 629.2504 LUD
Publication Date: 2001
Mercedes in Motorsport by Alan Henry The story of Mercedes-Benz's involvement in motorsport, from the first road trial in 1894, through the little-documented rallying exploits in the 1960s, to the McLaren-Mercedes partnership dominating Formula 1 today.
Call Number: 629.228 MCB
Publication Date: 2001