Autocourse 2017/18

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The world famous motorsport annual is regarded as the definitive account of the Formula 1 season. Edited by leading F1 journalist Tony Dodgins, plus Formula One coverage from Maurice Hamilton and Mark Hughes as Technical Editor, it has been long established as a genuine collector's item. Autocourse has an unrivaled heritage which is recognised by the entire motorsport community - and numbers F1 luminaries Jackie Stewart, Murray Walker and Ron Dennis as devotees. This sumptuous book has detailed race-by-race reports, vibrant features, comprehensive statistics, technical illustrations and the best photography in the sport, Since 1951 it has, quite simply, been the must-have publication for all serious Formula 1 fans and this year once again it will undoubtedly be the definitive record of an enthralling Formula One Grand Prix season. 

KEY POINTS: Possesses a prestigious 67-year history with an instantly recognisable brand name. It's the book of choice for all Formula One teams, with drivers, managers, owners and staff. Unparalleled race-by-race coverage of the Formula 1 season, written by some of the most respected names in F1 journalism, and edited by highly respected F1 stalwart, Tony Dodgins. Infamous drivers' Top Ten, which ranks the best drivers in terms of the overall achievement throughout the season. Detailed results section, incorporating lap charts, time sheets, practice and qualifying data, and chassis log books. Comprehensive team-by-team reviews, with car specifications and driver biographies. Chapters on the GP2, Sports Cars, Formula Three, Touring Cars, the US racing scene and the exciting world of karting where many of the world's top race drivers begin their racing careers. This impressive mix of content complement an already impressive tome of information. Stunning photography from the world's leading motorsport photographers make Autocourse a must have record of the Formula One and motor racing season. Always widely and well reviewed in the national and specialist press.

 

AUTHORS:

Tony Dodgins is one of the world's leading F1 journalists and attends every grand prix, reporting for a wide range of media worldwide. A passionate fan of Senna, he has been Grand Prix reporter for AutosportF1 Racing and Motorsport News in the UK, and has written for leading motorsport titles in the USA and Japan. He also writes for and edits the prestigious AutocourseFormula 1 annual. At races he is part of BBC TV's coverage, assisting Ben Edwards and David Coulthard in the Formula 1 commentary box.

Maurice Hamilton has been part of the Formula One scene since 1977 and was the Observer’s motor racing correspondent for 20 years. He has written more than 20 books as well as commentating on Formula One for BBC Radio. He is now actively involved with the online community on Twitter and writes several blogs whilst continuing to write books about racing. 

Mark Hughes is one of the most highly respected and authoritative writers in contemporary motor sport. He combines an acute understanding of present-day Formula One with an intuitive feel for the past. His work appears in a wide variety of magazines, including the UK's Autosport.

Gordon Kirby is one of the world’s most widely-read and respected motor racing writers. He was American editor of Autosport for thirty-two years from 1973-2004 and now serves as the US editor of Motor Sport, the world’s oldest racing magazine. Kirby also writes the annual American season review for Autocourse, starting in 1973, and is the author of an award-winning biography of Mario Andretti, A Driving Passion. Kirby also has written books about the Unser family, Bobby Rahal and Emerson Fittipaldi, and contributed to a book about Greg Moore.

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