Best Automotive Industries Books of 2025

100 Cars That Changed the World is a delightful read that showcases some of the most iconic vehicles from the past century. The book offers a glimpse into the history of the automobile industry and how cars have evolved over time. It features stunning color photography and vintage black and white photography that beautifully capture the essence of each car. From the Ford Model T to the Tesla Model S, the book covers a range of vehicles that have had a significant impact on the industry. Overall, 100 Cars That Changed the World is a must-read for automotive enthusiasts and anyone interested in the history of cars.

The Toyota Way, Second Edition: 14 Management Principles from the World's Greatest Manufacturer by Jeffrey K. Liker is a must-read for managers seeking to improve their organization's processes and systems. The book provides valuable insights into Toyota's world-changing processes and how to develop an improvement program that fits your conditions. The author has updated the classic guide with new frameworks for driving innovation and quality in your business, including brain science and skills for learning to think scientifically, a fresh approach to leadership models, and more. The Toyota Way offers a model of how to set a direction, continuously improve and learn at all levels, flow value to satisfy customers, improve leadership, and get quality right the first time.

Built for Speed: The World's Fastest Road Cars is a stunning pictorial book that showcases 35 of the world's fastest cars from 1996 to 2019. From mid-engine supercars to feisty compact sedans, this book covers it all. Each car is presented with a beautiful full-color photo and an overview. This large hardcover book with 144 pages is a must-have for any automotive enthusiast. Overall, this book is a great addition to any collection and a perfect gift for any car lover.

Muscle & Chrome: Classic American Cars is a fascinating book that captures the essence of the golden era of American automotive history. With informative profiles of 70 vehicles, the book chronicles the burst of design and engineering innovations that followed the end of World War II, the exuberant styling and the "horsepower race" of the Fifties, and the rise of the youth market and the muscle car in the Sixties. The hardcover book is 144 pages long and features stunning images of classic American cars. Overall, Muscle & Chrome: Classic American Cars is a must-read for anyone who loves classic cars and is interested in the history of American automobiles.

American Icon: Alan Mulally and the Fight to Save Ford Motor Company is a gripping account of how CEO Alan Mulally led the struggling automaker back from the brink of bankruptcy. Author Bryce G. Hoffman provides unprecedented access to Ford’s top executives and documents, taking readers inside the boardroom as Mulally uses his Business Plan Review meetings to turn the company around. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in business management and the American auto industry. Hoffman’s storytelling is both vivid and colorful, making American Icon a standout in the genre of narrative nonfiction.

The Toyota Way: 14 Management Principles from the World's Greatest Manufacturer is a must-read book for managers in any industry who want to improve business processes, cut costs and increase quality. The book explains the management principles and business philosophy behind Toyota's worldwide reputation for producing high-quality cars with the fewest defects of any competing manufacturer, while using fewer man-hours, less inventory, and half the floor space of its competitors. The author, Dr. Jeffrey K. Liker, provides practical ideas that managers can use to develop their own approach to business. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for anyone looking to improve their business practices.

Toyota Kata: Managing People for Improvement, Adaptiveness and Superior Results is a must-read for managers, supervisors, and team leaders who want to learn practical guidance for leading and developing people. The book examines Toyota's organizational routines that power its success with continuous improvement and adaptation, and it also explains issues of human behavior in organizations. Mike Rother provides actionable routines of thought and behavior that produce superior results and sustained competitive advantage. The book is well-structured, with clear details, practical examples, and a cohesive explanation from start to finish.

The Machine That Changed the World is a classic management book that introduced the principles of lean production and Toyota's success story in implementing it. The authors, Womack, Jones, and Roos, provide a comprehensive description of the entire lean system, its advantages over mass production models, and its potential to revolutionize every value-creating activity. The book's enduring and essential guidance to managers and leaders in every industry seeking to transform traditional enterprises into exemplars of lean success is still relevant today. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in manufacturing, and its impact on every industry is truly remarkable.

Classic Cars: 60 Years of Driving Excellence is a large-format book that showcases 78 fascinating vehicles covering a broad swath of automotive history. Readers can enjoy large photographs and informative text about classic cars such as the 1939 Ford DeLuxe Coupe, 1953 Cadillac Eldorado, and 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. The book also features rarities like the 1951 Jowett Jupiter and the spunky 1959 Goggomobil Dart. Published by Publications International, Ltd, this 320-page hardcover book is a must-have for automotive enthusiasts who want to learn more about the evolution of classic cars.

Dream Cars: Chronicle of Design and Performance is a stunning collection of 70 of the most beautiful cars ever made. From muscle cars to supercars, each vehicle is showcased with full-color photography and includes key performance advancements, fascinating facts, and figures. The book covers over a century of automaking, featuring iconic cars like the Ford Model T and the Bugatti Chiron. This 144-page hardcover book by Publications International, Ltd. is a must-have for any car enthusiast, showcasing the best of automotive design and performance.