Sports Illustrated: Full Throttle

Full Throttle is a heart-in-your-throat thrill ride through the action-packed world of NASCAR racing. From pit road to victory lane, the photographers and writers of Sports Illustrated put you in the driver's seat for 2005, with complete statistical breakdowns on every race on the Nextel Cup schedule. Full Throttle is the definitive guide on who to watch and how to watch, from the season-opener at historic Daytona to the crowning moments of the Chase for the Championship nine months later--with special insider insights from three-time champion Darrell Waltrip. There's also a look back at the great moments of the 2004 season in pictures, featuring Dale Earnhardt Jr., Jimmie Johnson, Matt Kenseth, Jeff Gordon and all the top drivers on the circuit. Plus, a look at the new faces of NASCAR, led by charismatic Kasey Kahne. Also included is a special photo portfolio featuring the living legends of NASCAR, from Bobby Allison to Richard Petty to Carl Yarborough, and many more.