Transport
From hypercars to autonomous EVs and innovative bicycle design, check out the latest ways to get from A to B.
VW Multivan California plug-in camper spreads wings as future smart RV
August 04, 2023
Volkswagen is preparing to preview the future of the California brand with the all-new Multivan California Concept. The pop-up concept camper van will leverage the versatile T7 platform toward becoming a smarter, cleaner option for road trippers.
Automotive
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Leitner flips vehicular cargo carry with side-access rooftop gear box
September 22, 2023The Leitner Designs ACS Roof is a fully integrated automotive cargo system that flips the rooftop cargo box on its side. By doing so, it serves as a quick-access locker that owners can pop open for grabbing contents without climbing on the roof. -
Review: 2023 Ford Expedition Timberline is a giant, useful SUV
September 21, 2023Large, truck-based sport utilities like the Expedition exist to serve several roles: people haulers, trailer pullers, stuff carriers, and sometimes off-road beasts. The Expedition Timberline won’t disappoint there. -
European "yacht on wheels" camper van journeys onto American market
September 20, 2023Caleche Customs is bringing an attractive European camper van option to US soil. The Sprinter-based Innova Roadtrip features a uniquely rounded design with yacht-style floor, a full bathroom, and a well-equipped kitchen ready to prepare large meals.
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Aircraft
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Audacious modular jet concept uses swappable wings, engines and cabins
September 17, 2023UK company Aeralis is going full throttle on a disruptive new modular jet concept that could handle a huge range of capabilities, from advanced jet training to long-range unmanned ISR missions, with a single fuselage and a range of swappable parts. -
Morphing hypersonic engine project is underway at UCF
September 10, 2023The US Naval Research Laboratory has funded a groundbreaking project to develop a new hypersonic engine capable of morphing its shape during flight to optimize power, thrust and efficiency. It's now entering experimental testing in Florida. -
H2Fly's twin-fuselage aircraft makes world-first liquid hydrogen flight
September 07, 2023Liquid hydrogen is a giant pain to handle, but it's one of the few technologies with a genuine chance of decarbonizing long-range flight. So it's huge news for clean aviation that H2Fly has now landed the word's first piloted liquid hydrogen flight.
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Bicycles
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Now you can pedal a Mini – meet the limited-run E-Bike 1
September 22, 2023Back in 1959, the Mini automobile first hit public roads. The Mini motor company is now commemorating that milestone with a 1,959-unit limited run of its first-ever ebike, which sports turn indicators, a built-in touchscreen and an anti-theft system. -
California first in line for Smalo AI-powered city ebikes
September 22, 2023Smalo E-Bikes is a new name in the e-mobility space, and has announced that it's riding into the US with two stylish models designed for urban or city travels. The LX2 and PX2 ebikes each roll with AI smarts to enhance the riding experience. -
Moots switches from titanium to carbon for 33-lb Express gravel ebike
September 20, 2023For decades now, Moots has been known for its high-end titanium bicycles. Today, however, the company announced its first-ever carbon fiber bike, which is also its first-ever ebike. It's time to meet the Express, which is designed for gravel riding.
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Motorcycles
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Trevor's premium electric flat tracker quietly kicks up US dirt
September 19, 2023Following its European launch earlier this year, Belgium's electric motorcycle builder Trevor has revealed that its DTRe Stella hand-built off-road-spec flat tracker is now being made available to US riders. -
Kawasaki reveals 125cc-class electric Ninjas on their way to the UK
September 18, 2023Back at the EICMA 2022 trade show in Milan, Kawasaki unveiled a dual-battery Ninja-style electric motorcycle designed for A1 license riders in the EU. Now the company has announced that two Ninja electrics will go on sale in the UK next month. -
History under the hammer as National Motorcycle Museum Collection sells
September 15, 2023The sale of the core exhibits of the National Motorcycle Museum was a chance to pick up a bargain, with many historically important bikes going cheap. Warning: if you appreciate historical gravitas, this overview may be deeply distressing.
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Marine
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Candela C-8 foiling e-boat travels 420 nautical miles in 24 hours
September 21, 2023Swedish e-boat maker Candela recently partnered with battery company Northvolt and charging station provider Plug for a long-distance challenge that saw the latest C-8 Polestar Powered prototype clock up 420 nautical miles over a 24-hour period. -
X Shore means business with launch of third electric boat
September 14, 2023Swedish electric boat builder X Shore has announced its third model, which is built on the same platform as the company's flagship Eelex 8000 but is aimed squarely at the professional maritime sector. -
Ambitious project aims to create research base over 600 ft underwater
September 13, 2023A UK team has revealed plans to build an incredibly ambitious underwater habitat named Sentinel. Assuming it goes ahead, it could revolutionize deep sea research by allowing scientists to live underwater for extended periods in relative comfort.
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Urban Transport
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$995 Honda Motocompacto: A bike in a briefcase
September 14, 2023Honda will release a $995 transportation appliance in November with zero emissions and an ultra-compact foldable design. With a low entry price and Honda reliability, the Motocompacto might finally kickstart the "last mile" transport revolution. -
JackRabbit ups the power and range for XG electric mini scoot/bike thing
September 13, 2023We first came across the beautifully weird electric scoot/moto thing known as the JackRabbit back in 2018. An update followed a couple of years later, and now a bigger, more powerful, more capable "mini electric motorbike" has launched. -
Hase aims for motor-assisted comfort with low-riding recumbent e-trike
September 11, 2023For its latest model, Germany's Hase Bikes is launching an e-trike called the Trigo Up E that's aimed at elderly riders or folks who may not be able to ebike along on two wheels for health reasons, such as those with back problems.
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