2004 Audi Cabriolet

Forensic Investigation of Stolen-Recovered and Other Crime-Related Vehicles

Forensic Investigation of Stolen-Recovered and Other Crime-Related Vehicles provides unique and detailed insights into the investigations of one of the most common crime scenes in the world. In addition to a thorough treatment of auto theft, the book covers vehicles involved in other forms of crime—dealing extensively with the various procedures and dynamics of evidence as it might be left in any crime scene. An impressive collection of expert contributors covers a wide variety of subjects, including chapters on vehicle identification, examination of burned vehicles, vehicles recovered from under water, vehicles involved in terrorism, vehicle tracking, alarms, anti-theft systems, steering columns, and ignition locks. The book also covers such topics as victim and witness interviews, public and private auto theft investigations, detection of trace evidence and chemical traces, vehicle search techniques, analysis of automotive fluids, vehicle registration, document examination, and vehicle crime mapping. It is the ultimate reference guide for any auto theft investigator, crime scene technician, criminalist, police investigator, criminologist, or insurance adjuster. - Extensively researched and exceptionally well-written by internationally-recognized experts in auto theft investigation and forensic science - All the principles explained in the text are well-illustrated and demonstrated with more than 450 black and white and about 100 full-color illustrations, many directly from real cases - Serves as both a valuable reference guide to the professional and an effective teaching tool for the forensic science student

Autocar

Edmunds New Cars & Trucks Buyer's Guide 2004

For more than thirty-seven years, millions of consumers have turned to Edmunds buyer`s guide for their shopping needs. This format makes it easier for consumers to get the advice and information they need to purchase their next new vehicle. Readers benefit from features such as: -Comprehensive vehicle reviews -Easy-to-use charts that rate competitive vehicles in popular market segments -Expanded in-depth advice on buying and leasing -Editors` and consumers` ratings -Larger photographs -Predicted resale values for all models. In addition to these features, vehicle shoppers can benefit from the best that they`ve come to expect from the Edmunds name: -In-depth articles on all-new vehicles -Crash test ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety -Warranty information and more.