Volkswagen XL1 Gets 262 MPG!
The Volkswagen XL1 is what happens when you take a hybrid car and strip everything that isn't essential. The VW XL1 weighs just 1,753 lbs. VW's engineers weren't focused on performance or handling with the XL1. In fact, they weren't focused on much but getting the best MPG they could. In fact some odd items […]
World’s Fastest Go-Kart?
This little beast of a go-kart looks to be powered by a motorcycle engine (don't quote me on that) and can go up to 170-mph. Watch video of the world's fastest go-kart after the break. And they say money can't buy happiness. I bet you anything this guy is smiling ear-to-ear.
Amphibious Beer Vehicle
This little electric car turns from land vehicle to boat with the push of a button., It even has a water cannon and four cup holders for your drinks, in this case beers. Independent left and right wheel controls for 360,° spins. Use the wheel-wells to hold beverages while in land mode. Whether your mission […]
Tesla Model S Battery Swap In 90 Seconds
Elon Musk and Tesla are at it again. The latest bit of innovation is around a swappable battery system that can swap the battery in about 90-seconds. One of the main mental sticking points with regards to consumers switching to an electric vehicle is range and recharge time. The Tesla does a great job at […]
Japanese Underground Bike Storage System
No surprise that Japan has a limited amount of space and loves high tech gadgetry. That combination has spawned a robotic underground bike storage system. This ECO Cycle system is a fully automated underground bike storage system that can hold 204 bikes. This amazing technology can store and retrieve your bike in about 13 seconds. […]
senseFly eBee Autonomous 2D/3D Mapping Drone
This has to be one of the best autonomous drones I have seen in a while. Not only is it available for purchase today, it is incredibly well thought out. The senseFly eBee UAV can fly pre-programmed flight path or can be flown by remote control. The main purpose of the eBee is to create […]
Flying Bicycle Becomes A Reality = Paravelo
John Foden and Yannick Read live in the UK and love two things very much - bikes and flying. Merge those two passions together and you have the XploreAir Paravelo flying bicycle. Sure it is still not fully funded on KickStarter, Sure it costs about $16,000, but I seriously want one! Read on for details […]
Turbo Charged Subaru BRZ Makes Just Under 500-HP
When the Subaru BRZ and Scion FR-S came out folks guessed that the underpowered rear wheel drive cars would be prime for tuners. Looks like the folks at Crawford Performance agree. This Crawford Performance tuned Subaru BRZ comes with a large turbocharger and intercooler. Horsepower is loosely quoted as “between 400-500 hp" with 550 lb-ft […]
Mind Controlled RC Quadcopter
The video (after the break) shows a mind-controlled quadcopter being flown through an obstacle course of balloon rings. This impressive feet was created at the University of Minnesota by engineering professor Bin He. The intent isn't to launch a mind-controlled drone attack, but instead to help disabled people to control things like wheelchairs and/or mechanical […]
Tru-Flate Car Jack
Changing a tire on your car just got easier, and cooler. This cool little car jack is portable, runs off of your 12V cigarette lighter port, weighs about 8-lbs, and can lift a full 1.1 tons between 6 to 14-inches. The Tru-Flate Car Jack uses a hydraulic unit that is sealed and makes lifting your […]