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V-twin cruiser with automatic transmission slides under $6,000
August 09, 2026
| Utkarsh Sood
If you're in the market for a V-twin cruiser with AMT, you’d barely get any options. The closest mainstream offering is Honda's Rebel 1100 DCT, which starts at around US$10,400 – but even that doesn't come with a V-twin. Enter the Rieju Coaster 407.
Insane Dodge Viper V10-powered motorcycle sells for $200K
August 05, 2026
| Utkarsh Sood
The Allen Millyard Dodge Viper V10 is a proper missile. It comes powered by an actual 8-liter Dodge Viper V10 engine that produces 507 hp and 525 lb.ft. But the fact that it was built by Millyard himself adds to its prestige.
Special Vehicles Division electrifies your classic car or motorcycle
August 09, 2026
| Abhimanyu Ghoshal
Toronto, Canada-based Beachman makes highly desirable vintage-style electric café racers that we've covered on here before. It's now expanding its shop to convert classic cars and motorcycles into full-fledged electric vehicles.
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China's automotive industry has taken the lead in developing EV technology, and it looks like campers might be next. A 1,000-mile electrified SUV that just happens to integrate key RV functions sure sounds like an impressive camper evolution to us.
Ford revealed in February that it was working on an affordable mid-size electric truck to turn its emissions-free fortunes around. We now know a wee bit more about what to expect, so hop in for a quick ride.
Remember when the Kosmera 1,876-hp Nebula 1 hypercar debuted earlier this year? Guess what, the brand thought that was somehow insufficient for their standards. So obviously it went on to make a 3,156-hp electric drivetrain with four axial-flux motors.
A lot of outdoor gadgets are designed to do more than just one job. Currently on Kickstarter, the Nivora Apex X is a compact telescope aimed at hikers and birdwatchers that also doubles a flashlight, power bank, and smartphone mount.
An AI present in your consultation promises better notes, less admin and more time for patients, but what exactly is being recorded, where does the data go, and did anyone really ask for your consent?
Longevity has become a bit of a buzz word, and has become increasingly aligned with the tech industry. But a timely report from Harvard Medical School reminds us that we have a lot of power when it comes to how we age – and it's backed by science.
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August 08, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalE-mobility brand Augment's new vehicle is designed for folks who don't want to bother with parking their ride outside. The 360 can fold up and easily roll into an elevator, your apartment, or your office – making city commutes a whole lot easier. -
August 08, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalThe US Space Force is investing billions of dollars in next-gen tech to expand its threat detection capabilities. One of its programs will see flat-pack satellites being deployed to low earth orbit to track airborne threats. -
August 08, 2026 | Utkarsh SoodIf you’re a scooter rider who’s looking to move up the ladder into proper, purpose-built motorcycles, the step up can seem pretty darn big and pretty darn intimidating. UK bikemaker AJS seems to be targeting exactly that segment with the Leten LT190.
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In somewhat of a surprise announcement, the Food and Drug Administration has approved the first US influenza vaccine engineered from the mRNA technology that gave us one of the most administered COVID-19 shots during the pandemic.
“Remove the plank from your eye before pointing out the speck in another’s,” says a popular proverb. For millions with geographic atrophy, the speck is literal. Relief may now be coming, after a sight-restoring implant received approval for sale in Europe.
Hookworms are freeloaders that live at the host’s expense inside their gut, drinking about two drops of blood per day. This parasite could soon pay its way with engineered hookworms serving as living medicine factories.
Sixteen different PFAS compounds have been discovered in the feathers of Antarctic penguins, demonstrating that the insidious spread of "forever chemicals" now reaches the most remote wildlife on Earth.
An international team led by researchers from the University of Oxford has discovered two of the lowest-density giant planets on record.
A sustainable, plant-based wound dressing that delivers antibiotics before infection spreads could offer a greener and more efficient alternative to conventional wound care.
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August 08, 2026 | Monica J. WhiteCompact camera drones are great for creating action-packed content, but they can't do double duty as a pocket gimbal cam as well. Until now. The HoverAir Versa combines a pocket-sized three-axis gimbal camera with snap-on caged drone wings. -
August 08, 2026 | Howard ArmitageChatGPT’s upgraded voice mode can listen while it speaks, survive interruptions and reach into the tools you already use. The everyday improvements are useful, but the glimpse of what comes next is where things get interesting. -
August 08, 2026 | David SzondyWhy walk when you can ride? That seems to be the question of the day as British Army paratroopers exchange Shanks' pony for electric bikes during a combat exercise in Canada, testing the zero-emission conveyances alongside tactical drones and electronic warfare systems. -
August 08, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalBack in 1999, Audi made the fantastic A2, a charming MPV that delivered exceptional mileage. Sadly, it was a bit expensive and didn't sell well. The company is bringing this model back for 2026 as an EV – with efficiency to match its legacy. -
August 07, 2026 | Utkarsh SoodThe Tornado 550 signals Benelli's intent to be taken seriously in the sportsbike conversation. It comes powered by a 270-degree twin, with premium suspension and braking components, while costing less than the Honda CBR500R or Triumph Daytona 660. -
August 07, 2026 | David SzondyMention Zeiss, and it's likely to bring up planetarium projectors and advanced optical lenses, but aerospace products wouldn't get much of a look-in. That is, until now, as New Atlas gets hands-on with Zeiss's new holographic technology for aircraft. -
August 07, 2026 | Joe SalasLast year, I reviewed OneOdio's Studio Max 1 headphones and came away genuinely impressed. This year, I tested out the Studio Max 2 and ... I kind of want the old ones back.
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Researchers have analyzed clinical trial data and ranked 12 different non-drug physical therapy treatments for knee osteoarthritis, based on their effectiveness in reducing pain and stiffness, and improving physical function.
Roboticists today are wrestling with the question of whether AI needs a body? If so, what kind? And then there’s the “how” of it all; if embodied intelligence is the way forward to true artificial general intelligence, could soft robots be the next step?
The first aceclidine-based eye drop to improve near vision in adults with age-related presbyopia, which affects more than 100 million adults in the US alone, has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration and will be on sale by November.
Huawei's latest piece of gear is wild. The MateBook Fold Ultimate Design looks like a 13-inch laptop on the outside, until you open it to reveal an 18-inch foldable screen that's just 7.3 mm thick. For reference, an iPhone 16 has a depth of 7.8 mm.
Shoei has just launched the GT-Air 3 Smart, the world’s first moto helmet to feature fully integrated augmented reality thanks to a partnership with EyeLights, which specializes in head-up displays and Bluetooth audio kits.
This compact tiny house doubles down on one of the major benefits of small living: freedom. The home runs off-grid and combines an easy-to-tow configuration with an open layout that's arranged on one floor.
Bangkok-based RV and truck accessories builder Carryboy has teamed with Chinese auto badge Farizon to create one of the most compelling electric camper vans the world over. It invites campers in through a wide entry and ensures they live comfy.
Nobody really enjoys seeing power lines, but maybe they could be turned from an eyesore into a local point of pride. Such is the thinking behind this creative project that transforms power line pylons into huge animal sculptures.