Automotive

The Bugatti Tourbillon Targets 1,800-Horsepower Perfection

The Bugatti TourbillonBugattiTwo decades ago, the Veyron was introduced. Twelve years later, the Chiron arrived. Now, Bugatti's latest era begins with the Tourbillon—a luxury hybrid hypercar featuring a 277-mph (446 km/h), 1,800-hp naturally aspirated V16 engine with three electric motors.Priced at US$4 million, this timeless creation is crafted with meticulous precision akin to...

Intricate Wooden Time Machine Vehicle Takes to the Streets

Built from a concept inspired by generative AI, this eye-catching vehicle showcases its creator's extraordinary woodworking skillsND Woodworking ArtCreated to embody the idea of a time machine, this remarkable wooden vehicle, crafted by a skilled woodworking engineer, is now captivating onlookers as it rattles and hums through the streets of Vietnam.This unique vehicle is...

Electric Hypercar Breaks Rimac’s Record, Now Fastest EV

The production-intent Owl SP600 has smashed the Rimac Nevera's record to become the world's fastest electric hypercarAspark/MATJapan's Aspark has declared its Owl SP600 electric hypercar the fastest in the world, surpassing the Rimac Nevera's impressive 2022 record by 26.7 km/h."It has been about 10 years since we started working on the Owl hypercar," said...

Toyota Tests Liquid Hydrogen Corolla in 24-Hour Race

Enlarge / "It got more attention than last year, and the development feels steadier, faster, and safer," said Toyota Chairman Akio Toyoda when asked how the hydrogen-powered Corolla had improved from 2023.A couple of weekends ago, while most motorsport fans were focused on Monaco and Indianapolis, Toyota President Akio "Morizo" Toyoda participated in the Super Taikyu...

EV Charging Trees Set to be Installed on a Street Near You

"We took up the challenge of making every aspect of the on-street charging experience faster and better and can't wait to deploy our new DEAP Trees by the thousands," said Gravity founder and CEO, Moshe CohenGravity TechnologiesIn March, Gravity Technologies not only launched the fastest EV charging station in the US but also introduced...

The $45K Rivian R2, with the Budget-Friendly R3, Enters the e-SUV Market

The R3 will be based on the same midsize platform as the R2 but will be smaller and cheaperRivianRivian announced the launch of the smaller R2 SUV alongside the new R3 and R3X models, unveiling its SUV product roadmap. Built on Rivian's latest midsize platform, these vehicles offer diverse battery options, providing a range...

The Initial 2,000 Slots for the Aptera Solar Electric Vehicle Launch Edition are Taken

Early adopters have eaten up 2,000 production slots for Aptera's Launch Edition solar EV, raising more than $33 million in the processApteraAfter a year-long crowdfunding campaign, the production slots for the first 2,000 Aptera Launch Edition solar electric vehicles have been claimed. This futuristic electric vehicle, introduced by a California startup in 2007, is...

LG’s Transparent Car Antenna Integrated in Windshield

Among other things, the new antenna could allow connected vehicles to be significantly more aerodynamic LGIn the current era of internet- and cellular-connected vehicles, the demand for antennas is higher than ever. However, incorporating these devices into the body of vehicles imposes limitations on design possibilities. LG aims to revolutionize this with a transparent antenna...

Hyundai Unveils Tires with Built-in Push-Button Snow Chains

Hyundai's innovative new wheel/tire system features built-in, push-button snow chainsHyundaiHyundai has revealed an innovative wheel and tire design featuring integrated snow chains that can be deployed or retracted with the simple push of a button. This advancement has the potential to eliminate the cumbersome and chilly task of installing and removing conventional snow chains....

Thor e-RV Charging Station Offers Glimpse into Future of EV Camping

Thor shows the EV tow vehicle and the Airstream x Porsche concept trailer charging simultaneously in a long pull-through charging lane designed for the needs of e-RVing Thor IndustriesGlobal RV manufacturer Thor Industries has been preparing for the electric vehicle era, showcasing concepts like the Vision Vehicle fuel cell motorhome and Airstream eStream self-driving electric...