The R10 concept was designed by Marouane Bembli, a 23 year old Swedish student who has high hopes for the car being built by Audi. It’s based around an Audi R8 and looks a little more futuristic than the R8. It is powered by a “concept” V10 along with weighing about 2645lbs (in theory).
Although a fair bit different than an Audi R8 the R10 concept does have some resemblance. See the pictures below.
It all started 25 years ago, when Kris Marshall of Iowa decked the halls hood of his truck with a strand of Christmas lights. Fast forward to today and he’s still carrying on the tradition of the “Christmas Truck,” but now his truck is 3,000 lights strong.
Each year, automobile manufacturers release a new concept car. In 2009, auto manufacturer Honda released the Honda P-Nut.
The Honda P-Nut is an acronym that stands for Honda Personal-Neo Urban Transport. The “P-Nut” is simply an abbreviation for a car designed for city life. The car was created for the urban-dweller and the purpose is quite obvious in the car’s design.
The Honda P-Nut is just over 11 feet long and 6 feet wide. The car stands at almost 5 feet high. Because the car is so compact, it can easily maneuver into tight parking spaces. As the center of cities become more and more crowded, cars like the Honda P-Nut will become more attractive.
apparently some dude (François Knorreck) spent 10 years, 10,000 work hours and 15,000 Euros building the Snaefell, a motorcycle with the ultimate side car. I was sort of hoping that the bike could detach from the side car and be independently propelled, but as you can see from the overhead shot it’s one complete body; a Unibody (wink) of sorts. I have to question how well it handles, but considering its uniqueness does it really matter?
The Python is produced by a company called WaterCar, and it can reach speeds of up to 60mph on water, check out the video of it in action below.
The Python in one word is the ULTIMATE amphibious vehicle. It is a hot rod on the water, excess of 60 mph water speeds, and a hot rod on the street, mid 12 second 1/4 mile times and 0-60 mph in 4.5 seconds. The engine is based on the famous aluminum LS Corvette power train. Enormous Horsepower!
Called BMW Vision Efficient Dynamics, this transparent replica appears to be a turbo diesel / plug-in hybrid. Scheduled to be showcased at the Frankfurt show in a few weeks to come, this splendiferous car is able to catapult from 0 to 62 miles per hour in staggering 4, 8 seconds so be ready for stylish high speed driving.
This mind boggling concept car runs on 1, 5 liter turbo diesel engine while producing as much as 163 horse power. Its marvelous hybrid drive system allows simple plugging into a conventional European 220 V power point with a battery making your driving possible for 2, 5 hours while the total drive system’s output equals to 356 horse power with a torque of 590 lb-ft.
The BMW Vision Efficient Dynamics concept car is touted to be able to drive around 31 miles when driven in all-electric mode while its 6, 6 gallon fuel tank boasts a range of 400 miles. The electrical power consumption is 26, 16 kWh per 100 miles. This groundbreaking super car features all-aluminum chassis as well as suspension. LED lighting allows additional power consumption.
The power train of the concept car offers a top speed of up to 155 miles per hour however the super car is able to exceed this speed limit. When the battery is recharged, the electric mode will produce the CO2 level of up to 50 grams per kilometer. The BMW Vision Efficient Dynamics concept car seems to be light weight to show high level aerodynamic performance. Read the rest of this entry »
Check out this amazing replica of the Batmobile built by someone from Sweden, the replica Batmobile took three and a half years to make, with over 20,000 hours to complete.
The replica was built using a 1973 Lincoln Continental, and the whole project cost over $1 million US dollars.
The replica Batmobile is packed with gadgets and has built in satellite navigation, voice recognition, machine guns, reversing cameras, a DVD player, a Plasma TV and even height adjustable bodywork.
BlueZero is the latest addition of the eco-friendly series cars by world renowned Mercedes-Benz. The main inspiration came from the idea of creating a vehicle that is affordable and eco-conscious, and can offer a multitude of platforms for daily use. Keeping the sandwich floor concept of Mercedes in mind, the structure of this concept car allows three different platforms to realize: first one is an E-Cell with battery, secondly E-Cell plus with gasoline and battery and the last one is an F-Cell with hydrogen. This concept allows the powertrain to be moved into the floor cells in the event of a front-end collision. This innovative is not only a great safety solution but also will help creating a universal platform.
Frankfurt Motor Show of current year has been said to draw an unpredicted attention to fast luxurious and expensive cars. Few have thought about that because of the hard times we seem to be passing successfully. Anyway, here’s what drew our attention: BMW’s second since the EfficientDynamics concept and one of the utmost revisions of car design – the Lovos concept. “Lovos” is an abbreviation and means Lifestyle of Voluntary Simplicity. As it appears, BMW Lovos designer Anne Forschner, 24 years old, really has a point here.
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This will definitely appeal to all the Batman fans out there, now you can build your own mini version of Batman’s Tumbler in Go-Kart form, check out the video of it in action below.
Epine concept car derived from a project to create a hybrid eco-friendly vehicle that is able to provide a racing track experience to its occupants while at the same time offering a new way of being in touch with the nature. The minimalist design of this car gets inspiration from racing vehicles – Formula One cars and motorcycles – and comprises a whale skeleton as a token of natural element. The major technical feature of this car is the Epine system that allows a complete seating arrangement by adopting the drive-by-wire technology to run the steering system.
I want a car that’s sporty yet contemporary; elegant yet extravagant, chic yet rugged. I think I want the White Vapor; but then again maybe not. The front fender reminds me of my husband’s old shaver, but Oliver says he’s rounded it to prevent pedestrians from injuries. Point noted Mr. May. Following a “puristic sports car layout” expect no doors or roof and a twin cockpit. The choice of a right or left steering wheel setting is possible, making it suitable for US and European roads.
The Kawasaki Synergy concept bike seems to be a race bike designed by transport design Coventry University designer Piers Prendergast who reveals its sustainable concept bike. This ecologically conscious race bike is a zero emission replica which is powered by hydrogen fuel cells.
This green bike is designed to change the vision of traditional environmentally friendly bikes. The cunning design includes its angular bodywork making it look like a sporty model and advanced hubless wheels to make it a real stunner while its driving range is almost 150 miles.
This is expected to be a like sport bike with performance of 125cc to 250cc thanks to its 5kW fuel cells. Its up to date wheels operate through a strongly positioned inner rim as well as spinning outer rim which rotates on internal bearings.
Mostly the rear wheel works as a huge bearing while the tire is fixed to the outer rim. As electromagnet rotates the outer rim, its center remains unchanged. The electromagnet is also capable of regaining some power via regenerative braking. Compressed hydrogen fuel cylinders are positioned in the fuel tank.
You must have seen a lot of electric cars. But this one called the Speedway is a concept car that has more to offer whether it is a speed or driving range. Designed by Christian Forg, this concept car seems to be an ideal replacement for highways and regular city driving. This environmentally friendly car is powered by linear engines wherever you need more driving range and speed.
This zero emission electric marvel is able change its power along with shape. When you need it just for city driving, the car will be powered by electric engine with 200 miles of driving range while for those long distance destinations the car will capture power right from its linear engines that are supposed to be fitted into the highways.
Once its shape has been changed, the car becomes more aerodynamic with altered seating arrangement for more relaxing seating position. The designer has also offered next generation parking towers for the car. The contact-free propulsion system along with magnetic fields improves car speed as well as its driving range while charging your on-board batteries to make certain your cruising does not stop unexpectedly.
Lehman Trikes in tandem with Victory Motorcycles have announced its innovative trike. Christened the CrossBow, this cutting edge it appears to be an advanced American touring trike is expected to run on 106 cubic inch Freedom V-Twin motor while its state of the art “no lean” suspension offers a smooth and speedy cruising as well as high three-wheel performance. Assembled in South Dakota, the CrossBow provides full control over the trike along with imposing horsepower and torque.
Those riders who wish to have this crazy three-wheel experience will surely appreciate the way it rides. This exquisite trike is expected to be available at Lehman dealerships in the autumn of 2009. The CrossBow is retailed at 33, 995 USD and is covered by a 3 year unlimited mileage warranty on its parts and assembly while one year warranty on the Victory Vision bike.
Imagine yourself in a FernGully-like leaf vehicle, chairs enough for you, your betrothed, and a single animal friend. This is almost exactly what you’ve got here in the Nissan NUVU concept car. … I mean if you close your eyes and imagine, of course. In reality, the outsides of this car, along with the insides to much greater extent, are uniquely elemental to a degree that will make you think you drove right out of elvendom on Earth.
The third-generation 2010 Toyota Prius was showcased at the auto show in Detroit. Toyota Prius is a highly improved car that is ready for your new driving experience. The new generation Toyota sports a new engine of 1.8 liters, with horse power of 160. According to its fans it feels great to drive such a nice car, with in car temperature reduced by more than 40 per cent. This is possible due to its solar powered ventilation system which has a special remotely powered automatic fan.
This automatic air conditioned system turns out to be a very helpful feature especially during warm seasons. Once you are parked under the sun and are absent for a while, you will be surprised by its cool in-car temperature as soon as you come back. Air condition system is powered by a battery and is activated remotely. Activation system can be easily activated by a single touch of A/C button on your key fob. This very important process is possible thanks to solar cells placed on its roof which will power the system avoiding the presence of hot air.
Thanks to the new eco technologies, it became normal to have more sustainable cars and Toyota Prius is not the exception from the rule. Air conditioning system can be operated remotely not only to cool your cabin down but also to heat it up. This option appears to be very useful despite of the fact there is not enough energy produced by the roof solar panels. There are three driving modes: Economy, Power and EV. The innovative car is able to drive at low speed around a mile even without fuel.
New touch sensor system makes it possible for a driver to drive safely. The car is designed for five passengers with over 16 cubic feet of available cargo space in its back. Optionally, you will be able to choose a voice activated navigation system, so the car is flexible and customizable. The back seats are comfortable and spacious.
Have you ever thought about how social networking can be of any avail, once you are on the road with no car to drive? Designer Varun Niti Singh has his own vision of what the new generation cars should do and how they are going to interact. The whole idea is to make it possible for the drivers to get a new driving experience by joining other cars. How is it possible? Networked vehicles are never seen before models but it proves to be important in critical situations.
Futuristically designed Dot car is more than just a regular car and the question is not only that it is an electric car. The main concept of this zero emissions vehicle is to have a great driving performance with sustainable results. Networked vehicle one day can become a normal thing on the roads, where many drivers are in a hurry. As soon as the car is on the road, it will be able to join other participants of road traffic.
It is quiet obvious that these participants should be vehicles that will be able to get their destinations thanks to the fore-going Dot car. It is really interesting idea but there main point here is would you rely on a driving experience of someone you do not know. Anyway, it is a very nice concept car and what is important is that it is an ecologically friendly model. Electric power will possibly limit its speed, but it does not seem to be a problem.
Social networking did not appear to be so popular it is nowadays. Networked car comes in different bright colors, so apparently it is going to produce a vivid impression on any driver. Apparently it is a great idea to have such cars on the road which happens to be useful for traffic jam, but would it work in the city? Anyway, highway roads would be more arranged with such a concept.
Hungarian designer David Raffal has the clear idea about how new generation cars should look like. With his new concept, called “BMW snug”, this futuristic looking car is most likely going to be on the roads once in the future. The project was developed in tandem with the BMW group. What is special in its design is that David Raffal strives to achieve a sense of community.
According to its designer, the car is designed for different people with different views and ideas, those who value private relations. Being just a concept, BMW snug is reported to be highly assessed by BMW, but still nothing is clear about its future. BMW snug is a 4 seater vehicle which is able to be used as a sitting room. Its design appears to be sophisticated with paper waves for covering a central cell.
Enjoy a new toy called “sunbeam tiger 2025” which is an amazing electric car using nothing but recycled materials. This is a new ecologically friendly concept made by a British student designer Ryan Skelley who has invented this craftily designed two seat electric car. Original Tiger has a V12 engine with its top speed of 145 miles per hour while this new concept car is expected to be driven up to 60 miles per hour in 2.3 seconds. Sunbeam tiger 2025 is powered by lithium titanate batteries.
Sunbeam tiger 2025 is made of tubular frame from recycled aluminum while its seats are made of soy foam as well as biofabrics. Its body panels are made of oil resin body, so you can see how eco-friendly materials catch on. Given the materials it is made of, its curb weight amounts to 600kg. For better safety condition, its roll bars are constructed into the seat frame. An estimated driving range is around 800 miles on a single charge.
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