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FDA-cleared exoskeleton puts spinal-cord patients back on their feet
September 27, 2026
| Omar Kardoudi
Eve, an exoskeleton by the French company Wandercraft, lets people with spinal-cord injuries stand and walk hands-free at home, no crutches or walker needed, so they can cook, open doors, and move on their own.
Man down: Vale the mighty Joe Salas, a colleague and a brother
September 24, 2026
| Loz Blain
Friends, I write today with tragic news. A treasured member of the New Atlas team has passed away, and it falls to me to pay some small tribute to a wonderful colleague and a close friend, Joe Salas.
Apple's new music venue is actually a giant high-tech recording studio
September 26, 2026
| Abhimanyu Ghoshal
Apple's latest innovation is a live concert venue unlike any other. Located in a decommissioned coal-fired power plant, the new space doubles as a recording and broadcasting studio – complete with a spatial audio setup.
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The new high-roofed Ford Nugget Twin has officially launched to give buyers a new winter-ready camper van option with four solid walls, space for four people and AWD. The very same roof will soon be available for the Volkswagen T7, as well.
A spinoff of the Olight flashlight brand, Oknife introduces the MK 3-in-1 tool. It relies on the underlying expertise of both brands to offer a combination tiny, multi-beam magnetic flashlight and streamlined pocket knife with blade and multi-driver.
Honda seems to believe its next frontier is building high-tech recreational vehicles. It's just shown off a concept for an electric mountain bike that's nearing production – and it looks pretty sick.
When we last covered an FCB (short for Fang Cheng Bao) car, it was the 1,430-mile (2.300-km) PHEV SUV crossover. And that was just last month. Now, FCB has launched its very first sedan in the form of the Formula S. And it’s coming for the Tesla Model 3.
That’s no Corvette you’re seeing. That's the LA1, the latest car from Mitsuoka, one of Japan’s most recognized automakers. It’s actually based on the Miata, but it comes dressed as a Corvette, proving that a modern roadster can still be retro.
Nearly two years ago, we looked at the Brio Kitchen Box. We hadn't heard much about it since, but that could be because it's been rebranded the Chuk Box. Happily, the kitchen box still brings the same stackable portability and modular performance.
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September 26, 2026 | Adam WilliamsThis spacious park model "tiny house" really isn't so tiny. Instead, it provides an experience closer to a small cottage on wheels, with a large porch and an open, light-filled interior arranged entirely on one level. -
September 26, 2026 | Etiido UkoHumankind's colonization of Mars is approaching, and with it will come self-sustaining biospheres, autonomous rovers, and, perhaps, mud houses. Scientists have created a recipe for 3D-printing houses on Mars using Martian sand, yeast, and gelatin. -
September 26, 2026 | Maryna HolovnovaResearchers continue to draw inspiration from the animal world for their projects. This new drone can land on a tree branch just like a bird. Equipped with special tactile sensors, it can literally feel its way to a safe landing. -
September 26, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalBentley revealed back in July that it was working on its first electric car, and you can finally get a good look at the thing. The Torcal SUV features a fastback profile and a radically different front fascia than other vehicles from the stable. -
September 25, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalIf you're a wealthy automotive enthusiast who enjoys their time in Miami, this might be your next preferred parking spot. Bugatti Residences Miami will feature 183 luxury apartments on the Miami River waterfront, and is launching next year. -
September 25, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalSaudi Arabia has been quietly building an electric vehicle brand for the last four years, and it's just revealed the first cars from its portfolio. Take a look at the striking Ceer Exobot sedan and SUV. -
September 25, 2026 | C.C. WeissLike something of a squarer Dutch answer to the ageless Airstream, Lume emerged in 2018. Its latest trailer launch introduces a number of firsts for the brand, inviting campers to enjoy loads of fresh air with a slide-out kitchen and pop-up roof. -
September 25, 2026 | Ben CoxworthThere's no denying that cargo trailers are great for transporting your stuff, but they do occupy a lot of garage space. The Faltos trailer offers a solution to that problem, as you can just fold the thing up like an accordion between uses. -
September 25, 2026 | Omar KardoudiBye Aerospace's eFlyer 2, a fully electric two-seat trainer, just completed its first test flight. The company says the aircraft could cut flight-training costs by as much as 80% compared to conventional trainers. -
September 25, 2026 | Malcolm AzaniaAccording to CircuitMess, we don’t understand how smartphones work because we can’t repair them or even see their components. So, how would our relationship with them change if we built them ourselves?
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This off-grid cabin-style tiny house is seriously small, with a floorspace of just 215 sq ft. However, despite its modest dimensions, it has been expertly designed to provide everything you need for a short stay.
Ford has been busily debuting new Nugget camper vans over the past few years, and it's now preparing to reveal the one it calls "completely winter-proof." The fully hard-sided four-sleeper Nugget High Roof will offer something VW doesn't.
Garmin's latest Force electric motor drive might just be its most innovative yet. The Current trolling motor goes totally hands-free with a foot pedal system Garmin calls an industry first. Keep your bait in the water while cruising forward.
What does US$21,000 get you in automotive terms? Kia Soul, Chevrolet Trax, Nissan Versa, Hyundai Venue … You see a trend there, right? None of those cars is electric, and none of them are flagships by any stretch. The bZ7 is all that and more!
Globally, stomach cancer is on the rise in young people, but new research shows that three-quarters of future cases could be prevented by screening for and treating a common bacterial infection: Helicobacter pylori.
Adding to the growing body of research that proves our microbiome is a powerful ally in fighting disease, scientists have found that an easy-to-get nutrient in our food causes our guts to produce powerful insulin-regulating compounds.
Volkswagen has added an 8-seat option to the Multivan lineup, turning its MPV into an even more capable people-mover. The 8-seat option won't be on offer in the new California camper van range, but there will indeed be an available 8-seat camper.
The all-new Urbanoid Booba is an impossibly cute, tiny acorn of a trailer designed to provide a stylish, carefree way of instantly escaping the urban grind. The towable clamshell unfolds and inflates into a cozy base camp in a matter of minutes.