MINILUX Solar Cell Concept Car
MINILUX Solar Cell concept car was designed by Jukka Rautiainen. MINILUX Solar Cell concept car targeted for urban dwellers who use their own car mainly for leisure purposes and rely on other forms of transport in their daily mobility. Due to its nature as a leisure vehicle, it spends long periods of time unused. When parked outside, the vehicle uses high-efficiency photovoltaic panels to harvest solar energy. It is plugged in to a domestic or public acces... Read Full Story
The unique APRILIA SCARABEO 500ie stands out instantly from the crowd. A perfect combination of classic lines and modern details that is destined from the start to set new trends. Outstanding ergonomics and many intelligent technical solutions make life in the saddle easier, such as the height adjustable windshield and incredible load capacity with the largest helmet compartment ever seen on a high-wheeled scooter.
The Aprilia Scarabeo 500 i.e. also offers plenty of performance to satisfy ... Read Full Story
While other major manufacturers are racing to get their electric vehicle sedans and coupes to market, Mitsubishi seems much more interested in being the first big company to bring an electric sports car to market. The i MiEV Sport Air had a range of 200 km (125 miles), with a top speed of 180 km/h (112 mph).
The concept is distinguished by its detachable ‘clear cutaway’ roof panel which brings a wide open feel to the interior. Other features include a rear-midship platform, seco... Read Full Story
Insecta Lamborghini Sport Car Concept by Iulian Bumbu
The Lamborghini Insecta concept was designed by Iulian Bumbu, who in 2008 completed the Transportation Design Master Course with Alfa Romeo at the Scuola Politecnica di Design (SPD) in Milan. Called the Insecta, the radical concept's design elements were borrowed from bugs instead of bovines.
Combining organic shapes with Lamborghini's trademark geometric angles, the Insecta concept integrates themes culled from the body armour observe... Read Full Story
A powerful 75 HP 90° V-twin, 839 cc, 4 valves per cylinder, a double cradle steel frame, a motorcycling type of swingarm and chain final drive: these are the special ingredients for the most powerful and fastest scooter in the world.
For 2010, Gilera GP800 has been given a more modern style with new and elegant accents, and it will even be more functional. Details like the new saddle opening and support device, a rug for the under-seat storage area and the new flexible coupling further... Read Full Story
The Audi Makaon was conceived for a theoretical (but realistic) future scenario set around the year 2040.
In this future, the effects of global warming have meant that vehicle manufacturers have had to look to a variety of alternative and renewable energy sources. One way in which companies can show off their green credentials is to support and sponsor racing series in which the vehicles are powered by natural energy sources like wind and the sun. Audi decides to provide support for a land-... Read Full Story
2012 Infiniti M35 Hybrid
Infiniti confirmed today that it will offer its first production hybrid ever in its 20-years of existence with the 2012 Infiniti M35 Hybrid. The model will join the Infiniti M lineup in spring 2011.
Infiniti said that its hybrid system consists of a single electric-motor/twin-clutch arrangement, mated to a naturally aspirated 3.5L V6. The first-clutch is installed between the V6 engine and the electric motor, which Infiniti says allows for a more responsive drive. I... Read Full Story
Muska Marussia Sport Car Concept
The Lamborghini Reventon is probably the most well-known fighter jet-inspired supercar, and its influence presents itself in the design of the Muska supercar concept. The Muska Supercar Concept is another superb design by Krasnov Igor. This car is exquisite amalgamation between the Ferrari F430, Saleen S7 and the Lamborghini Reventon and by stealth fighter jets. Not necessarily designed for production, but merely to show off Mr.Igor’s talents. The f... Read Full Story
The Aprilia Scarabeo 300 Special is the natural completion of the Scarabeo range, a totally modern engine capacity for a timeless scooter which, in this configuration, offers an extra touch of sportiness and dynamism. Aprilia Scarabeo 300 Special is just the right compromise between performance, compactness, flexibility and riding pleasure, all emphasised by carefully designed graphics and a touch of grit provided by the masterful use of black in the wheel rims and in other details. A lower... Read Full Story
Designers Carlos Salaff and Jacques Flynn believe that by the year 2030, specialized online software would be available that will allow users to design vehicles according to their requirements and get them built by the car manufacturer.
Mazda has taken notice and created VMazda - a virtual reality website that acts as a design playground for young people, allowing them to experiment, build, and share their automotive dreams in a virtual world at no cost.
With the help of a virtual design me... Read Full Story
