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​At last week's EICMA bike show in Milan, Italy's Piaggio Group unveiled a new range of technology-packed electric-assist pedal bikes designed to satisfy the needs to today's connected cyclist. The Wi-Bikes come in two classic styles, one designed for comfort and the other aimed at sporty types.

General Motors and the US Army are joining forces to put hydrogen fuel cell technology to the test in extreme military environments. The Army's Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center will test on a Chevrolet Colorado pickup truck modified to run on a hydrogen fuel cell.

Suzuki has unveiled an updated version of its venerable middleweight roadster at EICMA 2015. Featuring a new frame​ and a redesigned V-twin engine for more power and lower fuel consumption, the new SV650 is slimmer, lighter and sports a fresh, clean design.​

Using an electric hub motor in the front wheel, this ingenious retrofit kit adds two-wheel-drive as well as a handy reverse gear to a standard BMW R1200GS.

Consumer virtual reality is here – at least consumer VR of the mobile variety. We have the "real" Samsung Gear VR in house (after two developer kits, this is the first full-blown consumer version) along with some early impressions.

Lumo Arkitekter recently completed a charming project that involved installing a total of 50 small wooden shelters throughout 19 beauty spots in Denmark’s South Fyn Archipelago. Though very basic, the shelters offer hikers, campers, divers and surfers a temporary refuge from the elements.

Industrial designer Carter Zufelt has created a new process for recycling discarded plastics. Unlike most current methods, his is able to transform garbage into uniquely-crafted art.

The Offices With Terraces project, by Nicolas Laisné Associés (NL*A Paris) features plenty of greenery and natural light, offices that open onto small terraces, and corridors that have been moved to the outer edge of the building.

As strange as it sounds, the future of skin care could involve tiny robots powered by changes in humidity. This week, a group of researchers shared their research into creating such devices, inspired by the slow motions of plants.

With winter fast approaching, those in the Northern Hemisphere might be looking for some new winter woolies to stave of the cold. We've spent the past few weeks testing Ravean’s USB battery-powered heated down vest and heated hoodie to see how effective they are in staving off the cold.

Volkswagen is presenting 3D smart glasses to workers at its plant in Wolfsburg, Germany. The Google Glass Explorer Edition glasses will be used by plant logistics operators to help with order-picking for parts such as windshields and driveshafts.

The trains for the UK's new Crossrail rail link have been unveiled. They will be over one-and-a-half times as long as London's longest Tube train and will accommodate 1,500 passengers. Features will include regenerative braking, intelligent lighting and temperature systems, free Wi-Fi and 4G access.