Transportation
Contortionist Foldable Bike from Dominic Hargreaves
Bicycles are obviously a green solution that do the world no harm, but designers still haven't managed to create something that will convince people to choose as a daily commuter for short distances (instead of a car). However, the Contortionist Folding Bike from Dominic Hargreaves is set to break the jinx for it is a full size bike with 26-inch ...
Ford to Introduce New EcoBoost Engine and Dual-Clutch Gearbox Next Year
The Ford EcoBoost strategy for the coming year got its own boost through an announcement made at the 2010 model year preview in Dearborn, Michigan. The next generation EcoBoost 2.0-liter, four-cylinder engine will arrive in 2010. The engine upgrade will be coupled with the debut of a Powershift six-speed dual clutch gearbox. For the future, Ford is advocating the use of ...
Limited Edition Core 77 Dutch Master Bike
Bicycles have long been touted as the green secret for an individual who commutes a short distance on a daily basis. It sure saves fuel and and doesn't affect the environment. But it's hard to convince people into using bikes on a regular note, since we have cars because you have to make them familiar with the quality iteration. That's ...
General Motors set to launch plug-in SUV in 2011
General Motors (GM) is set to launch a plug-in sport-utility vehicle (SUV) in 2011 notwithstanding having recently canceled its Saturn brand. Tom Stephens, Vice Chairman of General Motors, said in an interview that that the company also could consider launching an all-electric small car for crowded cities. This plan will, according to Stephens, mark GM’s return to a technology that it ...
Green Speed Air Powered Motorcycle from Edwin Yi Yuan
The oil resources are diminishing fast and we still haven't found an apt solution to replace gasoline to power the modern day commuters. But how about a vehicle that only needs compressed air to roll? [caption id="attachment_5870" align="alignnone" width="500" caption="Green Speed Air Powered Motorcycle by designer Edwin Yi Yuan"][/caption] Edwin Yi Yuan has succeeded in designing a concept air-fueled bike dubbed the ...
Slovenian Hydro Pumped Storage Power Plant is a Biker’s Dream
Most bicyclists have a dream place in mind when it comes to enjoying their rides. What about an open (dug) plain-where you can try all possible antics that come to mind whilst riding a bicycle For the ones who've always wanted an opportunity such as this, the Slovenian Hydro Pumped Storage Power Plant is an ideal place. But only when ...
Vodafone trailer home from Waskman Design Studio
Mobile Solar homes can go a long way in changing the world and a start can be made by substituting those gas guzzling RVs with solar powered options. An inspiration is the mobile home trailer designed by Waskman Design Studio for Vodafone. Vodafone wanted this design to show case its fixed phone and wireless internet service. The trailer is still good ...
BMW Halbo is an electric solution for passionate riders
We do need green cars on the road but also the devils on two wheels need to think of greener alternatives. Electricity can be a wise choice as far as the energy part is concerned and the ideal two-wheeled machine will be the Pierre Yohanes Lubis designed BMW Halbo. [caption id="attachment_5730" align="alignnone" width="500" caption="Electricity-powered BMW Halbo motorcycle"][/caption] Halbo which was an entrant ...
Yuneec E430: The first electric plane to be commercially produced
The battery powered electric commuters have finally embraced the skies. [caption id="attachment_5739" align="alignnone" width="500" caption="Yuneec E430 - First Electric Airplane to go Into Commercial Production"][/caption] Yuneec E430 is a name you will remember for entering the history books as the first electric airplane to be commercially produced. While the giant airplanes will still fly on battery packs, Yuneec E430 a two seater ...
Finally the US Government realizes Tesla’s Worth by Granting $465 Million
It was the Japanese who realized the worth of the Prius almost two decades back and look where they stand today in hybrid vehicle development. The US government seems to have finally realized the worth of green cars on American roads and therefore, finally the car makers have found some solace in the form of grants.
