"From early engines to powerful spacecraft, transportation inventions keep moving society forward. Humorous text follows these inventions throughout history, showing how one invention often led to another--or how some inventions didn't turn out so well"--Provided by publisher.

Includes index.

Off we go! -- On the road -- The IC engine -- On two wheels -- The first boats -- Water wonders -- Rail trail -- First flights -- Air power -- Space travel -- Navigation -- This baby won't fly! -- Wanna fly?.