Formula 1 cars are streamlined machines. Every detail is tracked to ensure each car fits the perfect formula of speed and safety. This encyclopedia provides a look into the history of Formula 1, from the first Grand Prix to the drivers who tackle complex courses around the globe today and the races they run in. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Encyclopedias is an imprint of Abdo Reference, a division of ABDO.