Jan 26 2009
A short while back, we brought you the news that Shelby SuperCars (SSC) was planning on making the world’s fastest all electric supercar. At the time, the specific details pertaining to the powertrain and pretty much the whole project were scarce. A few days ago, SSC bestowed a press release upon the world to shed some light on the project and answer the question that is one everyone’s mind.
Jan 26 2009
It turns out Hybrid vehicles do more than just save gas . In times of crisis such as power outages due to severe weather (ice storms or hurricanes) a Hybrid vehicle which produces and stores electricity in its battery can be converted into a generator and used to power up a home. It’s true. In fact, it has already been done a few times
Jan 25 2009
Musical bands used to be restricted to practicing at their keyboard player’s house or studio. With the advent of electronic pianos, the largest keyboard instrument became portable. Oscar Peterson would have loved this: a piano so portable, you can roll it up and put it in your jacket pocket! The Yamano Hand ROll Piano is also digital!
Jan 25 2009
Toy robots have come a long way since the wind-up tin-toy that would clunk along the floor with sparks erupting from the “guns” in it’s chest. The Erector Spykee The Spy Robot is a great example of a toy that can also be used for practical applications around the house–or for taunting certain pets…
Jan 23 2009
One of the most interesting parts about covering auto shows is seeing the new vehicle designs from independent companies. A perfect example of this comes from the Revenge GTM-R that was unveiled at this year’s North American International Auto Show.
Jan 23 2009
A short while back, we brought you news of the new all electric vehicle from Dodge, at the time just called the EV. Dodge brought the EV to Detroit this year and provided a few additional pieces of information.
Jan 23 2009
The 2009 Detroit Auto Show brought out many new concepts, many of which will never see production for reasons few will know. However, the Volkswagen BlueSport concept may be one of the few that is not doomed to remain a concept.