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Check out this rather unique bicycle concept by English designer Thomas Jowen. He has named this conceptual design as ‘One’, which is an urban bike that can be folded when not in use. Once the bike is folded, it will make a compact round shaped design which hardly occupies any space. Hopefully the bike will hit the market soon! [Thomas Jowen]
Can’t decide whether to take your car or motorcyle for a ride? Don’t worry, this exclusive Spyder Roaster can solve your dilemma. This motorcycle/car will bring you a new experience on the roads with its 106horsepower and speeds up to 110mph. Although it doesn’t have much space for more passengers, it definitely rides like a fancy sportscar. Tagged at $22,000, I’m not sure whether you’re paying for luxury or an expensive rush. [GearCrave]
Ford Ka offers superb driving dynamics in a small package. The Ford Ka range includes the Ka Style and Ka Style Climate. For more power, there’s Ford Sportka SE with its aggressive styling and feisty 1.6-litre engine. All models however comes with key features like; power-assisted steering, Anti-lock braking system (ABS), driver’s airbag, Immobiliser – Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) , and more. For the interior, you got flexible 50/50 split rear seats and a handy glovebox which means you can bring whatever you need and squeeze em in. Price ranges from £7,645 to £10,545. Ka is making a ‘cameo’ in the new James Bond flick, Quantum of Solace, at the end of October. Be sure to check that out too. [Ford]
The MV Agusta F4CC’s $120,000 price tag is comparable to that of exotic cars. The F4CC 1,078cc engine produces 200 horsepower at 12,200 rpm and it can cruise as fast as 195 MPH. Exhaust is routed through titanium racing exhaust system. All of these is housed within stunning carbon fiber bodywork clad with sharp details like titanium mesh inlets. Potential buyers will be attracted to F4CC’s exclusivity, MV Agusta’s celebrated racing history, and the chance to own a machine of high aesthetic value with extreme performance.[MV-Agusta VIA PeepCulture]
Emirates Airline’s new superjumbo A380 Airbus is offering its first class passengers a new line of luxury. For a mere £4,737 first class passengers will be able to enjoy a five-minute shower during a flight between Heathrow and Dubai. Each shower has been designed to accommodate just one person at a time. The showers are regulated through a software programme that gives people a five-minute shower. A traffic light system would let passengers know how long they had left. Other features include 14 flat-bed, massage-equipped ‘Private Suites’ which include remote controlled doors, a work desk, an electrically controlled mini-bar and the most advanced in-flight entertainment system available to travellers. [MailOnline]
The sweet thing about this car is that it reacts, almost like it has life on its own. The car adjust your speed while cruising, it accelerates or slows down depending on the traffic. It turns off your high beams when another car is coming your way. It also intelligently finds road information and look for the cheapest gas around. All these can be accomplished without having you ever touch any button. Another cool thing is that when you are using the car, it has a sleek pad embedded in the door that lights up when used, type in the four digit code and the door opens. On the road, the MKS uses a 3.7-liter V-6 to run, the engine’s 265-pound-feet of torque provides loads of power. MKS carries the new flagship for Ford Motor Co.’s luxury brand. [LINCOLN]
Here’s a sneak peek of the latest BMW M3 that will be launched in 2009. Notice the bumpers, lights and interiors that look much better and less awkward than their previous ones. Expect this on the roads soon! [Jalopnik]
Lightning GT is another electric car at London 2008 auto festival besides Tesla roadster. Lightning GT uses NanoSafe battery that can last for 12 years versus 3.5 years that of conventional. It’s also offering few other standard features such home based charging system (EVCS), alloy wheels, part leather / alcantara sports seat, and acoustic information and entertainment system. Its unique regenerative braking converts energy from friction to electrical. This electric car can go as fast as 130 Mph. Reportedly will be more expensive than Tesla ($300.000), although no confirmed price has been unveiled. [LightningCar]
Displaying above is one of twelve BMW concepts of 2015 designed by students of transportation design at Turin-based IED (Instituto Europeo di Design) in collaboration with BMW. The physical designs revolve around functionalities that may arise in 2015. The BMW already have plans for these 12 concepts. There will 8 concepts to be developed in 1:4 smaller models, the remaining 4 will be turned into virtual models. [CarBodyDesign]
Lotus Evora comes with lightweighed aluminum chassis wrapping 3.5 litre V6 DOHC engine. It goes from 0 to 60 miles per hour within under 5 seconds. It uses 18″ alloys front tire and 19″ alloys rear tire. It will also be the first car with such engine developed for 2+2 seats car. It has full blown Alpine multimedia system, with DVD, audio and more. Family Sports Car, anyone? [LOTUS]
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