We just had a sneak peek at the upcoming 2013 Nissan 370z to be launched at the Chicago Auto Show, and the changes in this new model seem pretty significant. While the Sports Package version comes with new pimped up 19-inch wheels and Euro-tuned shocks, the non-Sport 370z comes with vertical LEDs, 18-inch wheels, two new colors and a few more aesthetic adjustments. Also, the ride will be available in three variations including coupe, convertible and NISMO trims. The NISMO...
Like predicted before, humans would indeed use robots for more than just marveling fellow nerds at science and technology fairs. Take the Chariot by Exmovere Holdings for example. This robotized mobility system inspired to quite an extent by the popular Segway could help the mobility-impaired get around quickly without too much of a hassle. Unlike wheelchairs that require users to make a mighty effort getting around, the Chariot concept is guided by subtle movements of the hips and torso and...
London seems to be on the fore-front of the go-green movement with its first all-electric minicab, a Renault Fluence Z.E., making a debut just a few days ago. These taxis are operated by eco cab company Climatecar which has made it available for public transportation months before they are available for sale to general public. Powered by a 94hp electric motor, these cabs will travel up to 115 miles on a single charge. Also there is news UK is now...
BMW is working on a new interface technology for its futuristic cars which goes by the name ‘Smart Fabrics.’ This new piece of tech wonder was born in the Polytechnic School of Montreal and is actually new flexible, polymer-based fiber that can be woven into existing fabrics. It is a capacitive pad that can register touches and swipes when alternating current is plumbed through the fibers. To translate this better, you might just have to run a finger long your...
What better way to pay tribute to a modern day technological saint that to inscribe his very words on an aircraft! The only airline to be based in the Silicon Valley, Virgin America paid tribute to the late visionary Steve Jobs, inscribing his phrase in bold on an Airbus A320. The “Stay Hungry, Stay Foolish” quote, is stenciled neatly near the nose of the aircraft. And that’s not the route Virgin America has taken to dabble with the world of...
Having vehicle windows double up as screens has been a long cherished dream in the world of automobiles and technology. General Motors recently pulled the veil off a rear-window for automobiles that doubles up as an augmented-reality screen. Windows like these could serve well for entertainment purposes as well as assisting you as you drive. GM’s Windows concept is more inclined towards keeping rear-seat passengers entertained; though putting this technology to wider use could also have manufacturers roll out cars...
When chrome is done to perfection, even an electric bike can be deceiving to the eye. That's just what the Brutus 2.0 has conveyed with its stunning looks. The lithium battery takes the place of lead batteries that the previous models paraded. What you still enjoy is the five-speed transmission that takes it to the top of performance charts for successful bikes in this segment. The belt in the original is replaced by a chain setup. This means that this...
Sure driving around in huge gas-guzzling sedans and SUVs are pretty much the rage today. However, a group of UK businessmen think differently, and are looking forward to bringing tiny fuel efficient cars to the asphalt. If you know your automobile history right, you’d probably recognize the good old Peel automotive brand that has spent its past building extremely small cars. The company has now been breathed life into yet again, and is offering the P50 and Trident micro-cars. Using...
Philips is poised to bring a new innovation for the auto industry with its new OLED panels which can be used in future cars for automatic sunroofs. It has teamed up with chemical specialist BASF to develop hexagonal panels which appear transparent when switched off to allow a clear view outside the vehicle. When switched on, these panels will block the incoming sunlight and also emit light thus creating an in-car ambient lighting effect. These can be combined with equally...
Well, if you’ve grown weary of that gleaming black SUV parked in your garage, we’ve got the perfect ride for you. A seemingly selfish way to get around, given that you’d drive alone in one of these, without the rest of your folks in tow, these micro-cars have been brought back to life by a group of UK businessmen. Built by the recently resurrected Peel brand, these cars, the P50 and the Trident sport three wheels each and a 3.35...
Chevrolet teamed with Pearl Media to set the World Record for World’s Largest Claw game with interactive 3D projection. This stint was for the Chevrolet Sonic marketing campaign and the projection was put on the side of The Roosevelt Hotel in Los Angeles. This PR stunt actually won the automaker a position in the Guinness Book of World Records for having the gigantic claw game on Earth. The installation is the work of a California based creative agency called...
Audi’s Facebook fans were up for a treat this weekend when Audi unveiled their S5 Special Edition car which got over 11,500 “likes”. For now, Audi will be making only 125 units so its just not special but highly exclusive. Other details here include Daytona Grey exterior paint and 19-inch, 5-spoke Rotor-style wheels, which were earlier seen in RS models alone. Under the hood, everything else remains the same with the 4.2-liter, 354-hp, V-8 mated to a six-speed manual or...
It is been ages since the first segaway was unveiled but still haven’t been able to save up enough. Well, the Personal Rover Electric Transportation Vehicle heard you out. For just $999, this rover comes with an 800W motor that can carry a rider up to 12 miles at up to 15 mph. It lets the driver steer with two poles on each of the sides. This one’s not made to deal with the urban crowd in concrete jungles but...
Bicycles are indeed the best way to get around, given that these pedal-powered contraptions help you burn fat, transport you to your destination and are environment-friendly too! Also, if you’re looking for a great way to keep tabs on your health as you pedal to glory, the iBike Powerhouse is the perfect clip-on for your bicycle. Unveiled at CES, the handlebar-mounted bicycle computer syncs with an iPhone or an iPod touch and sports a water and shock resistant casing. With...
Mercedes-Benz has unveiled its very own futuristic interiors by the name Dynamic & Intuitive Control Experience (DICE) which comes laced with augmented reality, a fully customizable dashboard and gesture-based controls. The most enchanting feature of all here is the sheer absence of any sort of a knob or button. A video shows DICE in action and reveals its basic elements such as a series of proximity sensors which detect hand motions, allowing you to scroll, select and control a variety...
