Transport
From hypercars to autonomous EVs and innovative bicycle design, check out the latest ways to get from A to B.
Battery-swappable Japanese e-scooter folds smaller than a briefcase
January 24, 2024
In all the buzz around eVTOLs, there's still plenty of appetite for more conventional electric planes – especially, it seems, if they make ludicrous amounts of lift, and can take off and land at incredibly slow speeds, using absolutely tiny runways.
Automotive
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New Volkswagen California camper will put an end to a VW van life era
April 24, 2024The innovative, new VW California T7 will debut in a few weeks, and that means the California 6.1 is headed for retirement after 5 years. Before the Multivan-based California officially takes over, a "Last Edition" will celebrate the 6.1 exit. -
First-ever autonomous motor race streams live this weekend
April 24, 2024The first autonomous car race will be held at the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi on Saturday 27 April 2024. It could be the birth a new TV sport with a fan-base of technophiles drawn by the progress of autonomous capability towards that of a human. -
China's Hummer EV gets overhauled for aggro side-by-side off-roading
April 22, 2024Dongfeng Motors is preparing to drop the M-Hunter, an eye-grabbing cross between an SUV and a side-by-side that includes a roll cage cab and loads of clearance. It's not just a concept, either, and will be headed to market ... for a premium price.
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Aircraft
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Video: Beta Alia nails first manned eVTOL transition to cruise flight
April 23, 2024Vermont's Beta Technologies has emerged a leader in the eVTOL space, and it's now become the first to perform a successful transition – from helicopter-style hovering to airplane-like cruising – with a pilot on board. -
Video: Boom's XB-1 cleared for supersonic test flights
April 17, 2024Boom has been given permission to go supersonic by the US FAA. The first-ever Special Flight Authorization (SFA) to Exceed Mach means the company's XB-1 prototype will be allowed to break the sound barrier during its test flights. -
Video: Odd Spanish eVTOL demonstrates fractal propulsion system
April 09, 2024How did we miss this one? This Spanish eVTOL has been flying in prototype form for a number of years now, using a unique 4x4-prop FlyFree tilting mechanism designed to keep the cabin level – and a new five-seat design takes things up a level.
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Bicycles
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17-lb titanium Firefly MiniVelo bike globetrots in a Rimowa suitcase
April 24, 2024If you had piles of cash to spend on a custom-made packable bike, what kind would you get? Well, Malaysian horologist Ming Thein got a titanium number that can be taken apart to fit inside his own Rimowa suitcase – it's called the Firefly MiniVelo. -
Trek's CarBack bike radar gives next-level warnings on what's behind you
April 23, 2024If you're worried about being unexpectedly overtaken by cars while you're cycling, Trek's new CarBack may be just the ticket. It's not the only bicycle radar device on the market, but it is claimed to be the best in several ways. -
Plastic RCYL bike rides the road to sustainability
April 23, 2024Back in 2022, the strange-looking prototype igus:bike rolled into the spotlight boasting an angular frame, funky wheels and even bearings made using recycled plastic. Now the newly-named RCYL bike is riding into production.
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Motorcycles
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Peugeot-backed DAB launches limited-edition luxury electric motorcycle
April 24, 2024Boutique French motorcycle maker DAB Motors has launched its first production electric moto. Billed as a "fusion of luxury and technology," the limited-run 1α sports a 25.5-kW (peak) motor, 150-km/h battery and a host of collaborative design touches. -
Video: Self-balancing omnidirectional motorcycle spins, slides and glides
April 22, 2024One of the most bizarre vehicles we've ever seen in motion. This jaw-dropping electric contraption rolls on four custom-made omnidirectional wheels, mounted sideways so it can self-balance like a Segway and move in any direction. Completely bonkers. -
Arsenale’s "Plan B": lightweight, long-range, 2WD hybrid adventure bike
April 18, 2024The latest offering from the Arsenale is a lightweight, ultra-long-range, two-wheel-drive, low-power, hybrid gas/electric bike called the Plan B that's designed for wet, slippery, snowy or sandy conditions.
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Marine
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Hubless propeller mimics whale flippers for improved drag and efficiency
April 04, 2024BlueNav is bringing a more natural spin to its electric marine drive lineup. The all-new Whale Design propeller features blades that follow the contours of a whale to improve system efficiency. -
Dual-drive electro-foil jet ski levitates toward the future
March 22, 2024Enautic started life with a hydrofoil e-jet ski before turning all its attention to a foil mini-boat. It seems it never totally shelved its original PWC, though, as it now presents the WaveFlyer Rogue with intent to "redefine what a PWC should be." -
Ultralight eFoil gets streamlined for surfy, fast-carving ride
March 21, 2024Australia's Flite has announced its full 2024 range of eFoil boards, which includes a slender lightweight member of the pro-focused Ultra family. The Ultra L2 sports carbon components designed by Marc Newson, and a folding prop from Mercury Marine.
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Urban Transport
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Motorized wheel-on-a-pole sticks it to electric skateboards
April 11, 2024If you sometimes want an electric boost while skateboarding, but don't want an electric skateboard, then you might like REM. It's essentially a handheld "power stick" that works completely independent of the user's board. -
Tiny electric robovan cleans 1 million square feet of road per charge
April 05, 2024Keeping bike paths and roads clear of debris is a necessary but thankless task for sanitation workers. The Robosweeper S1 from WeRide can work alongside street crews, or can work alone to quietly clean up day or night. -
The $1,600 folding electric motorcycle and portable powerbank
April 02, 2024It's one of the most important products of recent times, and it went on sale outside China for the first time this week. The Felo M1 is a folding motorcycle that has a big battery and a power outlet that offers new possibilities as a portable power bank.
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