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Tiny clamshell camper cranks into madly efficient micro habitat
May 07, 2026
| C.C. Weiss
Originally envisioned as a Tesla Model 3 hatch camper, the Wheelhome Dashaway ECT micro-camping trailer eventually got its own wheels. It's still ready for efficient e-camping and furnishes travelers with everything they need to live in comfort.
3-way modular filter system makes for drinkable water wherever you are
May 07, 2026
| Simon Heptinstall
Katadyn has launched a state-of-the-art modular outdoor water filter system that uses a combination of three sophisticated filtration processes. The Explorer Water Filter and Purifier Series is serious professional expedition-quality gear.
Guerrilla 450 Apex takes Royal Enfield's entry-level roadster a step further
May 07, 2026
| Utkarsh Sood
Barely a couple of years after the Guerrilla was introduced, Enfield has quickly launched a souped-up spinoff, called the Guerrilla 450 Apex, which boasts more than just visual changes for the sake of it.
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Combining a low price with a modest footprint of just 224 sq ft, the Rasa tiny house comes with a carefully considered interior that sleeps four in comfort – or even up to six at a squeeze.
Designing a tiny house for a couple is one thing, but creating a home on wheels for a family is another challenge entirely. The Soma addresses this with a spacious layout that fits in three bedrooms and a large open living area.
Flying under the radar of robot hype, Sony AI's Ace has shown off its rapid-speed learning abilities that are seriously remarkable, displaying powerful split-second decision-making while taking on some of the best table tennis players – and winning.
In 2021, Optimus debuted a sleek dual-burner stove called the Gemini that split the difference between backpacking and car camping. Now it's improved the design into a Gemini II that packs over a third more power while still dropping a couple ounces.
The 2026 Nissan Frontier is a truck that’s equal parts stubborn old-school and new-face modernized. And honestly? That tension is exactly what makes the Frontier interesting. Come along for the ride as we take it for a spin.
Laser weapons reached a new milestone as the US Navy tested the AeroVironment (AV) LOCUST Laser Weapon System (LWS) aboard the nuclear aircraft carrier USS George H W Bush (CVN-77), notching up a 100% kill rate against multiple aerial drone threats.
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May 07, 2026This Mother’s Day, give more than flowers — give freedom to ride. From May 6–13, save $800 on Kingbull’s bestselling Discover 2.0 and Discover ST 2.0 e-bikes, now just $1,099. Built for everyday adventure, it’s a gift she’ll actually use and remember. -
May 07, 2026 | Bronwyn ThompsonIf you've wondered why you procrastinate with doing your taxes early or starting mundane jobs, it's not because you dislike them. New research has uncovered a specific pathway in the brain that slams the brakes on investing energy in these tasks. -
May 07, 2026 | Maryna HolovnovaA new device from UK-based NextAxis Design might leave you guessing at first glance. It looks like a small, shiny egg, but it’s actually a wireless mouse. It’s called Ovo, and is currently seeking backing on Kickstarter. -
May 07, 2026 | Aaron TurpenThe 2026 CX-70 exists because not everyone wants to haul around extra seats they’ll never use. It’s a two-row midsize SUV built on the same bones as its bigger sibling, sharing a platform and powertrains nearly wholesale. -
May 07, 2026You don’t have to spend big to get a reliable, durable laptop—and this 2018 MacBook Air proves it. Cash in without overspending and enjoy a laptop that provides up to 12 hours of battery life in a lightweight, travel-friendly frame. -
May 07, 2026 | Monica J. WhiteLG’s UltraGear evo GM9 monitor combines a 5K panel, Hyper Mini LED backlighting, and refresh rates up to 330 Hz, and is designed to blend cinematic visuals with e-sports-level gaming performance. -
May 07, 2026 | Adam WilliamsWhat do you look for in a tiny house? If it's the ability to hit the road, then the Samuel probably isn't for you. However, if you'd prefer a stationary but practical home suitable for long-term living, then it might be a good fit. -
May 07, 2026 | Bronwyn ThompsonNewly observed negative-phase waveforms in earthquake data has alerted scientists to a previously unrecognized feature of the "big ones" that occur when tectonic plates clash – and it may help us engineer safer structures in response to the movement. -
May 06, 2026 | Utkarsh SoodThe Morbidelli N125V is a 125cc motorcycle from China dressed in Ducati-like underpinnings. No kidding – a proper liquid-cooled V-twin, a steel trellis frame, an aluminum single-sided swingarm … this might just be the coolest entry-level moto ever! -
May 06, 2026Koofr makes cloud storage warnings a thing of the past thanks to its 1TB lifetime plan. What’s more, this centralized computing solution also allows you to access files from existing storage accounts, including Dropbox, Google Drive, and OneDrive.
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Once famous for building the world's biggest and most powerful engines, Finnish company Wärtsilä is investing heavily in technology to clean up the notoriously difficult heavy marine sector. CEO Håkan Agnevall lays out a roadmap to zero carbon 2050.
The typical charging time for an ebike is measured in hours, but Morelle looks to slash that unit to minutes to create the world's fastest charging ebike. The new bike also looks to be as sleek and lightweight as it is convenient to charge.
Consumer Reports' brand reliability report for 2024 has been released. According to the survey, the brands that make up the top five remain the same as last year, but it is Subaru which now holds the #1 spot, becoming the most reliable car brand.
Known best for trailers, Aliner is introducing its first pickup camper in decades: the Switchback. The clever pod rides as a ridiculously lightweight, compact box and in about 30 seconds unfurls into a fully hard-sided A-frame for two.
A retro-futuristic spacecraft with a mixture of the old and new has passed a major milestone as it's readied for its debut orbital mission. Sierra Space has announced that its Dream Chaser cargo spaceplane has demonstrated that it can handle payloads.
A nuclear production facility in Washington state, called the Hanford site, once forged the plutonium that reshaped the world. Now it’s forging glass; a quiet act of undoing at one of Earth’s most contaminated sites.
The most egg-shaped of all the egg campers, the Barefoot Caravan has been wowing RVers with its shapely fiberglass for over a decade. Prices have risen quickly during that time, but now Barefoot offers the Bothy as a lighter, cheaper entry model.
Dragon Tiny Homes' Webster is well-suited to full-time living on wheels and features a spacious interior with three bedrooms, sleeping up to six people. The tiny house is currently up for sale for $85,000.