Hard Driving: My Years With John Delorean William Haddad(1985)

Hard Driving: My Years with John DeLorean is a memoir by William Haddad, a close associate of John DeLorean, the famed automotive engineer and entrepreneur. The book delves into Haddad’s experiences working alongside DeLorean during his years in the auto industry and his efforts to establish the DeLorean Motor Company (DMC). The title, Hard Driving, reflects the driven and ambitious personality of John DeLorean, as well as the intense, often tumultuous journey of launching an innovative car company that ultimately faced significant challenges, including financial struggles and legal troubles. The book provides an insider’s perspective on DeLorean’s vision, charisma, and controversies, painting a complex picture of a man who was both a revolutionary figure in the automotive world and a polarizing individual. It sheds light on the glamour and struggles behind creating the iconic DeLorean sports car, which gained fame as the time-traveling vehicle in the Back to the Future movies.