Scientists at the University of Gothenburg have developed micrometer-scale gears powered by light, paving the way for the tiniest on-chip motors ever—small enough to fit inside a strand of hair. Gears play a crucial role in everything from watches and cars to robots and wind turbines. For decades, researchers have sought to shrink them further […]
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Automatic gear-shifting on bikes is common but usually relies on batteries that need frequent recharging. Shimano’s new Q’Auto system is different—it uses the rider’s pedaling power instead. Q’Auto is primarily designed for urban, trekking, and gravel bikes—both traditional and electric. It includes three components: a modified Shimano Cues rear freehub, a connected Cues wireless rear
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BMW‘s R1300 boxer twin lineup expands with the addition of the R 1300 RS and R 1300 RT, replacing the R 1250 RS and R 1250 RT. As expected, these touring bikes come packed with plenty of features and accessories. Both models receive major improvements over their predecessors, including a redesigned chassis and enhanced aerodynamics.
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Automakers are rethinking their all-electric vehicle expansion plans, increasingly adopting multiple powertrain technologies to reduce emissions across their global lineups. Horse Powertrain is ready to lend a hand, combining its expertise in both electric motor and internal combustion engine (ICE) technology into an all-in-one fuel-electric drive called the Future Hybrid Concept. This innovative setup aims
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Do you recall the Mjølner? Not the mythical hammer of Thor, but the ground-shaking V12 engine that Danish hypercar manufacturer Zenvo has been developing. Well, scratch off the “under development” label, as the first unit of the world’s most powerful road-going V12 engine has officially been completed. This new quad-turbo 6.6-liter powerhouse will produce over
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The Renault Group and Geely joint venture, Horse, established in 2023, diverges from the typical startup model by focusing on next-generation powertrain technologies. Rather than limiting its efforts to electric motors and batteries for fully electric vehicles, Horse offers a range of products, including efficient combustion engines, transmissions, and electric components for hybrid and low-emission
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Chinese automaker GAC (Guangzhou Automobile Group) recently unveiled an innovative combustion engine that runs on liquid ammonia in collaboration with Toyota. This breakthrough explores an unconventional alternative to traditional fossil fuels, promising a more sustainable and environmentally friendly driving experience. The Ammonia-Powered Engine At its annual technology showcase, GAC introduced a remarkable 2.0-liter engine designed
We are used to seeing in our daily lives a simple traffic light system composed of only three different types of lights: red, amber and green. However, it may be a different story in the near future with Connected Automated Vehicles (CAV), as they may use white light for better self-driving. Traffic lights of four signals may
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Engineers at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) have retrofitted a diesel engine to use hydrogen as a fuel. Resulting in a reduction in carbon emissions, TechXplore reported. The staff spent 18 months designing the dual-fuel injection system that utilizes 90 percent hydrogen as fuel. However, the team is positive that in the future,
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The Jingle used to relate us to people who loved “kangaroos, football, meat pies, and Holden Cars.”Nowadays, Japanese utes and tiny Toyotas, Hyundais, and Mazda are our favorites.The news on Monday from General Motors, Holden’s US parents, stating that the brand will be “discontinued” and the regional design and engineering activities drop is undoubtedly related
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