This photography book is dedicated to the excellence of German cars and provides a visual journey through the most important brands in motor history, catching the essence and soul of these wonders on four wheels. From the legendary Mercedes-Benz to the outstanding sport features of BMW and Porsche, to the versatility of the Volkswagen Group, this is a story of accurate engineering and extraordinary design. This book is not just a collection of breathtaking images, but a tribute to the German passion for technical perfection and continuous evolution: starting from Benz and Daimler, the reader will move on to timeless icons such as the VW Beetle, the Porsche 911 and the Mercedes 300 SL. Not to forget the new challenges of electrification, with the VW ID.3 or the BMW XM hybrid SUV. AUTHORS: Peter Ruch, former editor-in-chief of the important Swiss magazine Automobil Revue, endows this project with his extensive knowledge and passion for cars. For many years he has been a relevant member of the international jury of ?Cars of the Year?. Andrea Rapelli is a journalist and worked on the update of this edition. He is specialised in production cars and loves vintage cars and motorcycles. He is currently working for Quattroruote and he is in charge of road tests. SELLING POINTS: . A Unique Content Mix: this book provides excellent high quality images, engaging narrative and fascinating historical details of iconic and modern models . Anecdotes and Insights for Sport cars Enthusiasts: from the glorious past of German cars to their contemporary influences and future prospects . Global Influence and Technical Perfection: the Made in Germany and its influence on global automotive trends, from Formula 1 tracks to ordinary roads 304 colour illustrations
