The Story of Porsche - (Story of Cars) by Luke Smith (Hardcover)

About the Book

Porsche has been synonymous with both luxury and race car manufacturing for more than 90 years. This is a compact review of the iconic car manufacturer.

Book Synopsis

The Story of Porsche is a compact and beautifully designed review of the iconic car manufacturer.

From the alluring curves to the powerful engineering, Porsche has been synonymous with both luxury and race car manufacturing for more than 90 years. In The Story of Porsche, every component of the legendary brand's success is studied and celebrated, from turbulent beginnings to its ascent to the summit of car design and construction.

Blending heritage with innovation and brand identity with creativity, Porsche has produced some of the most beloved models of sport and luxury car alike. From the timeless designs of the 911 and Carrera, to the dynamism of the 917, the fabled marque has instilled class and faultless engineering into each and every one of its creations. With 19 victories at Le Mans, Porsche has also proved itself to be as successful on the racetrack as it is on the streets; revered, respected and treasured in equal measure.

These victories on both the podium and in the marketplace are rendered here in stunning detail through insightful text and exceptional photography. This is a story packed with blind corners and steep climbs, in a package that will sit perfectly on any Porsche fan's bookshelf.

About the Author

Luke Smith is a Formula 1 and motorsport journalist. He is the senior writer covering Formula 1 for The Athletic, and has previously contributed to Autosport and The New York Times, as well as serving as lead F1 writer at American broadcaster NBC Sports and F1 Editor for Crash.net. Luke has also worked with Al Jazeera and CNBC, as well as hosting FIA press conferences. He is based in London.