London's New Routemaster

Another 'official' story of the New Routemaster, the true successor to the iconic Routemaster, from its very public genesis in 2008 to its first scheduled journey in 2012. Features more than 200 illustrations, from initial design sketches and mock-ups to behind-the-scenes manufacturing and testing photographs. This book is authored by motoring journalist Tony Lewin and Thomas Heatherwick of the Thomas Heatherwick design studio responsible for the New Routemaster's design. Contributions from key personnel provide a unique insight into the detailed thinking behind this innovative vehicle, which is notable as much for its stunning design as its precision engineering, while an illustrated survey of London's buses down the ages places it in context. 160 page hardback.