The Mystery Driver (Michael Valliant Series , Vol 1)
After deciding to build speed boat engines and high performance sports cars, the Vaillante car factory finds itself helplessly outclassed on the Formula I circuit. Not only have the Russians decided to compete to prove their technological equality in an area dear to Western culture, but a mysterious car and an unknown driver embarrass Michel Valliant and his family in races in Monaco, France, and Belgium. In a series of stunning plot twists that build toward a surprising ending, the Valliante reputation rests with an American driver working for the CIA and competing in the Italian Grand Prix. The Mystery Driver is a full-color, well drawn, exciting graphic novel that will have appeal particularly appeal to teen age and young adult male readers.  --Midwest Book Review