How to Build a Car: The Autobiography of the World's Greatest Formula 1 Designer
![]() | hardback Category: Autobiography: Sport Category: Car Racing HarperCollins Publishers Fastbooks book price: 34.10 EUR (price updated on 29.01.2026) Free delivery to EU countries (and more) more Reader's comments and book reviews: Amazon |
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How to Build a Car is the autobiography of Adrian Newey, one of the most successful and innovative engineers in Formula 1 history. The book provides insight into his 36-year career, during which he designed race cars for teams like Williams, McLaren, and Red Bull Racing, and collaborated with legendary drivers including Ayrton Senna, Alain Prost, and Sebastian Vettel.Newey shares his early fascination with cars, his first sketches at the age of twelve, and his journey to becoming a top engineer. He discusses the technical challenges he faced in designing race cars and personal moments, such as the impact of Senna's death in 1994. The book is richly illustrated with original drawings and plans, offering readers a deeper understanding of the world of Formula 1.
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