All about automotive engineering in a pocketbook

The first incarnation of the Automotive Handbook was published in 1932 by Robert Bosch GmbH. Since then, the book has increased in size and stature to be considered an indispensable reference source of precise information on the subject of automotive technology. With this ninth English-language edition, the book has been revised and extended throughout into a larger format designed for ease of use by the professional automotive technician.

Contents - central themes (selection)

Physics, thermodynamics, chemistry, mathematics, materials, operating fluids, machine parts, joining and bonding techniques

Internal-combustion engines, engine cooling, air-intake systems, turbochargers and superchargers, exhaust-gas system

Emission-control and diagnosis legislation, exhaust-gas measuring techniques

Emission-control and diagnosis legislation

Management for spark-ignition engines, manifold injection, gasoline direct injection, alternative gasoline-engine operation

Management for diesel engines, common rail, start-assist systems

Hybrid drives, fuel cell

Fundamentals of vehicle engineering, motor-vehicle dynamics, vehicle acoustics, vehicle aerodynamics

Suspension, wheel suspension, wheels, tires, steering, brake systems

Antilock braking system, driving-dynamics control system

Vehicle bodies, lighting equipment

Vehicle electrical systems, starter batteries, drive batteries, electrical machines, alternators

ECU, automotive networking, buses, architecture of electronic systems, sensors

Driver-assistance systems, computer vision, Adaptive Cruise Control