"This exciting title explores the groundbreaking modes of transportation that have helped define the modern age. From Henry Ford's Model T car to the bullet trains of Japan, students will travel along and learn about the monumental successes--and failures--that have driven our world ahead"--Provided by publisher.

Includes index.

What is transportation -- On the road -- Steam and rail -- The automobile -- Water: above and below -- Up in the air -- Transportation: today and tomorrow.