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  • Mercedes Benz’s Shape-Changing IAA Car

    Mercedes Benz’s Shape-Changing IAA Car

    Earlier this year IAA revealed Mercedes-Benz Concept of IAA and now it shares the further progress in the project through a series of new images and videos. Mercedes-Benz Concept IAA, whose name is an acronym for Intelligent Aerodynamic Automobile, had its world premiere at the IAA in Frankfurt in September this year.

    The automaker considers the Concept IAA a crucial project that it continues to share updates again through the extensive set of shots and a couple of videos, representing mainly its aerodynamically sophisticated body of the drag coefficient Cx=0.19. The car shows a number of active aerodynamic elements changing positions and extending its front flaps to 390mm. Fully functional concept whose body length is 5040mm, respectively. 5430mm wind mode, is driven by a plug-in hybrid system with a total 279hp. In pure electric mode, Concept IAA traveled up to 66km and its maximum speed is electronically limited to 250km/h with best possible airflow around the car.

    Mercedes obviously has no ambition to take IAA into production, but definitely future series will borrow some of research from this project. Checkout the videos.

  • Overfinch Land Rover Defender 8

    Overfinch Land Rover Defender 8

    British vehicle tuning brand Overfinch at its 40th anniversary has announced that it will release the “Land Rover Defender”. While the Defender is known as a tough workhorse, the Overfinch decided to clean its hand over it.

    The custom Land Rover has got new grille and headlight bezels, bumper, a set of wheels, black and silver two-tone door handles and polished aluminum fuel cap. And inside there is whole new world with significant changes in the interior. The seats are Recaro while the whole living room is covered with high quality leather. The Defender now has GPS, rear view camera, new instrument panel and more. Furthermore its decorated with bespoke carpets and carbon-backed bucket seats for the front row with logos embroidered on the headrests.

    Clearly it is difficult to make the Defender more upmarket. Only five units will be built and even one of them will cost around €100,000. (more…)

  • SpeedForce Is Smart Computer For Bicycles

    SpeedForce Is Smart Computer For Bicycles

    SpeedForce is a smart computer for cyclists for combining cycling and intelligence. The system consists a small computer, a set sensors, a GPS, an app that delivers data in real time and a companion app.

    The computer is completely integrated into the bike. High-precision sensors at pedals and wheels together with SpeedForce reap the data like speed, time, distance, track, cardiac frequency, temperature, altitude and cadence all shown on its 1.6″ screen. After analyzing it will tell you when to change gear to guarantee an optimal performance. With 150 lumens enough light you should be available to see and be seen in dark. With all the built-in features, of course, raises the question of the battery power. The specified is 40 hours of “normal” use and 16 hours use with GPS. (more…)

  • Poppi Airline is Uber & Airbnb for Air Travelers

    Poppi Airline is Uber & Airbnb for Air Travelers

    Design consultancy firm Teague presents an idea of the future of air travel experience, a concept of air-travel brand Poppi. The purpose of Poppi is to provide better solutions for various problems and system defects, such as delayed flights, desired seating, luggage tracking even entertainment for passengers. From leaving home to living in a hotel at destination the Poppi will offer everything. Poppi hopes to combine Uber and Airnb services at the same time to bring an innovation for the aviation industry.

    Poppi will offer a passengers app to receive real-time information about the flight status so that passenger will not have to wait or delayed flights or boarding. Baggage with RFID tags will track location and send alert to passengers while staying in hotel or airport lounge sitting area. Furthermore Poppi will be able to resolve accommodation issues before landing to travel destinations. Check the image gallery to see how Poppi dreams to create a new air-travel experience. (more…)

  • Zarooq Motors’ “Sand Racer” Aims to Humiliate Sand Dunes

    Zarooq Motors’ “Sand Racer” Aims to Humiliate Sand Dunes

    Zarooq Motors is an emerging auto manufacturer from United Arab Emirates. They recently released the images of next production model dubbed as “Zarooq Sand Racer”. Images show an off-road ride for made for fun and adventure,aA special drive designed to humiliate desert dunes. It uses a 3.5-liter six-cylinder v6 petrol engine tuned to 300 horsepower. Zarooq Motors wants to build its own racing series Sand Racers set. The brand is working on a dedicated circuit in Dubai where sand racers can exhaust their vehicles. The circuit will also serve as a tourist attraction where tourists can ride laps with the Sand Racers.

    The price is estimated at $100,000. If the model is selling well, it will followed by an extended version with four seats. The company also has plans for a fully electric version. (more…)

  • Me-Mover FIT Doubles as Exercise Machine and Urban Commuting Vehicle

    Me-Mover FIT Doubles as Exercise Machine and Urban Commuting Vehicle

    Me-Mover is the new generation of stand-up sports equipment that intends to promote the physical fitness and healthy living. Me-Mover FIT provides a new way to exercise and allows the rider to use every part of body. The clever design doubles its functions both as urban commuting vehicle and effective fitness equipment. (more…)

  • Jet-Hot Double Down is Maddest Ride You’ll Encounter With

    Jet-Hot Double Down is Maddest Ride You’ll Encounter With

    Ever sat on this kind of beast which trills its driver with unprecedented experience. Well now you can have it. The Jet-Hot Double Down by Fuller Moto first appread in 2013 and now finally it has been set on sale. The project is delivered by Bryan Fuller, an iconic name in custom-builds and host of USA’s television program Naked Speed. The machine is as they say 95% custom-build and uses 32 Ford body to house a 4.9 liter V8, 825hp engine; that besides thrusting all four wheels generates loud gurgling sound. Rest of features includes G-Force 5-transmission and aluminium wheels covered with 14-inch wide Goodyear racing slicks. (more…)

  • Zenos E10R Car is Small But Badass

    Zenos E10R Car is Small But Badass

    The fact that the UK is the promised land of sports cars, it is clear to all automotive fans. This is evidenced by the rapidly growing brand Zenos, which now introduced its most powerful model with surname R. looks very much like a Kart Car.

    The first model of Zenos was launched in 2014. The E10 with 200hp was enthusiastically received and later the E10 S followed with an output of 183 250 hp. Now there is the thrilling Zenos E10 R, which sends a capacity of up to 350hp to the wheels. Moreover, the open two-seater weighs just 700kg. This enables the E10 R in 3.0 seconds from 0 to 100km/h. The top speed of 250 km/h is also nothing to be ashamed of.

    The Zenos E10 R does have a badge, but is primarily intended for the circuit. An adjustable suspension, brakes and for those who want to enjoy it in cold seasons too, Zenos offers heated seats. And that is the only direct form of luxury offered by the British brand. In England, the car costs converted about £40,000. Zenos E10R is now set to launch in USA and the price before tax is $39,500 (more…)

  • Budnitz FTB Titanum Bicycle

    Budnitz FTB Titanum Bicycle

    Budnitz FTB bicycle are made of titanium and maker ensures highest standards for construction. The whole frame which is handmade weighs just only 5 pounds. And the brakes used in this bicycle are also world’s lightest hydraulic brakes imported from Italy. For acceleration Budnitz uses 14-speed transmission that has 525% gear range. The giant 4.8 inches thick tires are rolled by what company claims a nearly indestructible carbon belt. Budnitz bicycles are not for everyone because along side taste you’ll need a heavy pocket as well. The company plans to make limited number of bicycles. You can custom design your own edition at Bundiz FTB site. (more…)

  • Aerion AS2 Private Supersonic Jet

    Aerion AS2 Private Supersonic Jet

    Cool private planes are plentiful. But Aerion AS2 private plane outrun every other. The Aerion AS2 is indeed a private jet and not a commercial airliner but it will be again the first non-military aircraft that is able to break the sound barrier. And also the first of its kind. The unit is equipped with three jet engines and state-of-the-art aerodynamic design. The Aerion AS2 is quieter. In addition, it is designed so that it produces a much smaller sonic boom. (more…)

  • Lotus Elise Sport 220

    Lotus Elise Sport 220

    The car manufacturer Lotus has announced two new models, the Sport Elise and Elise Sport220, successor to the classic Elise and Elise S. They will be available in Europe from December 2015 starting from 40,240 euros and 49,110 euros respectively

    The “Sport” label previously released by the Lotus Esprit and the modals have gained weight and performance, with same level of aesthetics. Still we note the arrival of new exterior and interior colors and a new look in tartan. The Lotus Elise Sport thus has a horsepower of 134 allowing it to accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in 6s can go to maximum 204km/h. The Lotus Elise Sport220 has got 220hp which reaches for its 100km/h in 4.6s and can exceed 230 km/h.

    The original model of the Lotus Elise was presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 1995. The Elise has since become the most widely distributed model of this brand, with a total of 32,000 units of the sporty convertible sold worldwide. (more…)

  • BMW R NineT Scrambler

    BMW R NineT Scrambler

    BMW’s new model R Ninet Scrambler is a beautiful bike that combines the 50s, 60s and 70s with a modern touch. Cool details include 19-inch front wheel and heavily-treaded tires, chrome exhausts and its classic 1200cc engine that boats 110 horsepower and 88 pound-feet of torque at 6,000 rpm. And it has a horrible sound. No words on price so far; expect this motorcycle to hit market in Q3 of 2016. Checkout the video.. (more…)

  • Rolls Royce Dawn Unveiled in Australia

    Rolls Royce Dawn Unveiled in Australia

    Our favorite luxury car manufacturer recently unveiled their Roll Royce Dawn in the seas of Australia. Event was organized on a luxury yacht right next to Australia iconic landmark Syndey Harbour under the shining sun. The Roll Rouce Dawn carries a v12 6.6 liter twin-turbocharged engine with 563hp which can accelerate this car from 0 to 100km/h in 4.9 seconds. The company has added a satellite aided transmission system that can identify the changes in road terrain with the help of GPS system and then it automatically chooses the right mode prior to reaching that point, hence your ride stay smooth all the time no matter whats going on the road. And like the tradition of this luxury liner the modal is also accompanied by premium leather details in interior. As you can see the Rolls Royce Dawn is convertible. Australians can buy this modal in May 2016 for cool amount of AU$749,000. (more…)

  • 2016 Scout Sixty Indian Motorcycle

    2016 Scout Sixty Indian Motorcycle

    Thanks to its acquisition by the Polaris giant Indian has a solid foundation for renewed success, both technically and financially. The mythical American brand took the opportunity to (re) attack his “old” Harley-Davidson rival on all fronts, especially with its unique Sixty Scout unveiled at EICMA Motorcycle of Milan.

    A few details, the Sixty Scout Scout is identical to the “all-court” revealed last summer, except she wears less chrome and black parts (frame, swingarm, wheels batons, etc.). The most important change affects the engine, a V-twin opened at 60 degree and cooled by injected water, whose stroke is reduced by 99 to 93mm while the bore remains 73.6mm. This reduction leads to a decrease of 1133cc displacement on the “big” Scout 999cc on the new Scout Sixty, named in reference to its displacement measuring the Atlantic. Performance is “mechanically” revised down from 100hp and 97Nm of torque at 78hp and 88.8Nm. These values ​​are rather flattering for a custom.

    Available in white cream, red or black and 5 year warranty (like all Indian and Victory), the Scout Sixty appears to $12.5k against $14k for its predecessor.

  • Mercedes-Benz SL 2016

    Mercedes-Benz SL 2016

    The new roadsters from Mercedes-Benz has just been unveiled and it already looks  like a success. Even after changes in curves and small alteration it strongly resembles with AMG GT but it looks more aggressive. Its cockpit has got impeccable finishes and extensive use of leather. Expect two version of S L2016, a SL63 uses V8 5.5 liter bi-turbo capable of generating 585hp 900 Nm of torque and SL65 with 6.0-liter V12 bi-turbo 630hp with 1000Nm. Mercedes-Benz said it will expect a 190,000 euro ($200,000 approx) price for the first racing car, and 260,000 euros ($277000 approx) for the second. The release of the new 2016 SL modals is expected in next summer. (more…)

  • Moox Bike – Bicycle With Scooter Twist

    Moox Bike – Bicycle With Scooter Twist

    Moox is new bicycle and the makers of it want you to replace your existing shabby bicycles. Inspired by classic design of Vespa this bicycle claims better commuting vehicle because of its comfortable design. The Moox has no top tube and even the down is curvy and not connected to pedals, leaving the space as platform for feet just like scooty that kids ride. It has got think 20×4 tires, fat bike rims and mechanical disc-breaks. The 6000 series aluminum frame looks promising. Moox bike uses Shimano-made RDM310 7-speed rear derailleur, 7-speed cassette and Grip Shift shifter.

  • Fiat 500th Stormtrooper

    Fiat 500th Stormtrooper

    Performed by Garage Italia Customs, here’s a unique model of Fiat 500th Stormtrooper. Presented at the Los Angeles Auto Show, the automaker asked the preparer Garage Italia Customs to transform one of their 113hp electric city cars.

    The rims, bumpers or interior, everything reminds us of Stormtrooper. Finally, the significant detail; red neon lights were installed in the car. Since lanuched the electric Fiat 500 made a great hit in California since its release in 2012. Comes with a 113hp electric motor for 199Nm of torque, the vehicle can travel approximately 140km on a single charge and is offered to less than $20k. Unfortunately, it is impossible to acquire the Stormtrooper version less than do it yourself. (more…)

  • Onewheel – iPhone Connected Electric Borad

    Onewheel – iPhone Connected Electric Borad

    Hoverboards are still futuristic thing but technology has managed to create rides with single wheels. See this funny electric skateboard, whose look you will not go unnoticed. Thanks to its large central wheel and the machine which easily shifts the balance from grass to road roads and even woods. Unlike other electrical skateboards OneWheel uses no remote control. The user adjusts the speed by tilting the weight of his body forward or backward. It can walk for 6 to 7 miles at the speed of 15k m/h. And it takes just 20 minutes to charge it fully. You can connect to the iPhone through Bluetooth application. With it, it is possible to know the state of the battery, certain statistics such as average speed, distance covered. But most interesting is that the user can adjust his board by choosing between regular and extreme mode for wild fun. (more…)

  • BMW R80 Customized Motorcycle by Fabrica

    BMW R80 Customized Motorcycle by Fabrica

    Fabrica used their tools at BMW R80 and the result is pretty eye-catching. The Britain based auto-tuning company has given a minimal look to overall bike. The fuel tank and seat are clearly apart from Blackwell and engine. The beautiful engine is more noticeable now. Aluminum fins that follows the rear lighting in style have been added to airbox. Additionally the seat has got vibrant colors. Overall the end result of product is definitely desirable. (more…)

  • The Plume – Folding Mudguard for Bicycles

    The Plume – Folding Mudguard for Bicycles

    The Plume is a folding fender which saves your back from being dirty while cycling. It works the same way as rolled tape measures, you might have used one. The Plume is made of sprung stainless steel with flexible silicone rubber on edges. When folded the plume logo on the back acts as a reflector for nighttime visibility. Plume slides on standard seat posts. When the streets gets wet,all you have to do roll out the Plume and keep riding. (more…)