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Transportation

Lamborghini Changes Mind on SUV

by FreshEffect on June 26, 2006

Lamborghini Changes Mind on SUV

Lamboghini has decided to not produce their SUV. The company will focus on new variations of the Murciélago and Gallardo, including lighter weight and possible rear-wheel-drive, Via Leftlane News.

50th Anniversary Mercedes Benz SL550

by FreshEffect on June 23, 2006

50th Anniversary Mercedes Benz SL550

After 50 years of the Mercedes Benz putting out SLs, Mercedes Benz will be putting out a SL550 with a 382hp V-8 engine, 18-inch wheels and Cognac Brown leather seats. No word on price or availability. Via Uncrate.

Audi R-Zéro Concept

by Johan on June 23, 2006 · 1 comment

Audi R-Zéro Concept

The next Audi concept car is called the R-Zéro. This concept car’s design is made by the International School of Design in France. It will be powered by an electric motor which offer a supercar level of performance. The car will using high-tech lithium-ion batteries which weight around 1200 kg. So if you need for speed in the future, you can use this car. See more pictures after the jump. LeftLane News via Peepculture.

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Chevy Camaro Concept Video

by FreshEffect on June 15, 2006

Chevy Camaro Concept Video

GM has just put out this new a video of their Camaro Concept. Click here to see the video. Via TechEBlog.

Solarin Turtle World's First Solar-Powered Scooter

The Solarin Turtle from Solarin Holdings (M) Sdn Bhd. is the world’s first solar-powered scooter. China has already placed an order for 100,000 units. Details on the scooter remain a little incomplete, but it is reported to have a top speed of 55 mph or almost 90 km/h. The price, according to the company president, will not exceed RM3,000 or about US$820. Via Treehugger.

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Drivaware LaneFX

by Johnick on June 10, 2006

Drivaware LaneFX

The new LaneFX allows drivers to know the blind spots around their cars. This enables a driver to be aware of other vehicles that are not visible in the rear view mirrors. The Drivaware LaneFX is available right now and comes in three flavors ranging from around $190 to around $300, depending on your needs. Via OhGizmo.

NAO Design scooter

by Johnick on June 8, 2006

NAO Design scooter

The three wheeled scooter with the 24 volt battery power requires a minimum amount of training to get used to, and you don’t need a license for it. The machine can go as fast as 15 mph and travel up to 8 miles. The rider sits and uses a joystick type stick to control the unit. The scooter is a prototype at the moment. Via RedFerret.

Bluetooth Mirror Hands Free Car Kit MHF-R220BT

The Rearview Mirror Hands Free Car Kit is a wireless device which allows you to speak over your Bluetooth phone without taking your hands off the steering wheel. Simply clip this unit onto the existing rear view mirror in the car and you will be able to answer, end, reject, redial, place calls or adjust your speaker volume by the simple push of a button. The phone connects automatically when you start your engine. For further details on this product, please visit the manufacturer web-site.

Dub Digital Image Wheels

by Johnick on April 10, 2006 · 3 comments

Dub Digital Image Wheels
Dub Wheels has unveiled wheel rims that display a digital image while driving. Each wheel can have up to 6 images, and the images can change at programmable intervals. The rims are available now, and start at a little bit over 12 grand [$12,500 to be exact]. Info via 2dayBlog.

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Noble M15 Super Car

by FreshEffect on April 8, 2006 · 1 comment

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Noble supercar the M15 has just been released. This supercar is comes with a 450 hp/455 ft lb engine and can accelerate from 0-60 in just 3.3 seconds. With a top speed of 185mph, you will get to places much faster. The M15 is available now in Britain for $130,000 USD (£74,950). Via Gear6 / TechEBlog.

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