These days, practically anyone can get a driver's license, but operating a motor vehicle used to be taken very seriously. First published in 1951, this nostalgic, decidedly British guide to mid-20th century motoring is full of practical wisdom on car ownership, maintenance, and respect for the road. Included here are tips on "proper use of the brakes," "the exhaust system and how a car is silenced," and to take care of your tires, a warning on the "evils of under-inflation."