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Airline Is Weighing Passengers Before International Flights

Flying as a passenger with a commercial airline can be one of the most personally invasive experiences that a person can go through. People must subject themselves and their belongings to passing through scanning machines and can be physically searched by a security officer. Air New Zealand is taking the invasiveness one level deeper by introducing passenger weighing on its international flight out of Auckland.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 31, 2023, 12:22 p.m.
Pagani's Electric Hypercar Ambitions Hindered by Heavy Batteries

While the automotive industry is making significant strides in the realm of electric vehicles (EVs), not every manufacturer is ready to take the plunge just yet. Pagani, the renowned Italian luxury car manufacturer known for its exquisite and high-performance hypercars, is cautiously observing the EV landscape from the sidelines.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 31, 2023, 11:51 a.m.
Fernando Alonso's Ferrari Enzo Expected To Bring Over $5.4M At Auction

Formula One veteran Fernando Alonso prepares to part ways with his prized possession, the iconic Ferrari Enzo. With the first body, known as Scocca n.1, this exceptional vehicle will be up for sale at the Monaco Car Auctions L’AstaRossa event on June 8. Experts predict that this remarkable machine will fetch more than $5.4 million (5 million euros).

Evgenii Ushakov

May 31, 2023, 11:36 a.m.
BMW Experimenting With Artificial Intelligence To Design Cars

In a recent interview, Adrian van Hooydonk, the design boss at BMW, revealed that the company has been utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) in various design tasks.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 31, 2023, 11:28 a.m.
Bugatti Owners Experience Thrilling High-Speed Runs on Former Space Shuttle Runway

Owning a Bugatti is a dream for many automobile enthusiasts, and it comes with some truly exceptional perks. Recently, a select group of Bugatti customers had the opportunity to push their high-performance vehicles to the limit at Space Florida's Launch and Landing Facility. This unique event, organized in collaboration with the Johnny Bohmer Proving Grounds, involved straight-line aerodynamic testing and allowed Bugatti owners to experience the exhilaration of reaching speeds well over 249 miles per hour (400 km/h).

Evgenii Ushakov

May 31, 2023, 10:38 a.m.
Audi A6, A7 Get More Standard Equipment, Design Tweaks In Europe

Audi is gearing up for the next generation of its A6 sedan and wagon models, which might adopt the A7 name as the company reserves even numbers for its electric vehicles. However, before the arrival of the new generation, Audi has made sure to enhance the current A6 and A7 models by introducing more standard features and customization options for its European customers.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 31, 2023, 10:17 a.m.
Land Rover introduces the 2024 Range Rover Sport SV, a high-performance SUV featuring a twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 engine, 626 HP, 23-inch carbon fiber wheels, and seats that vibrate in sync with the music

Introducing the new Range Rover Sport SV, the successor to the legendary Range Rover Sport SVR. This high-performance SUV embraces a refreshing change by dropping the last letter of its suffix. Not only does it redefine its identity, but it also undergoes a remarkable transformation under the hood.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 31, 2023, 10:09 a.m.
Stripped-Down Tesla Model 3 Achieves Mind-Blowing 2.46-Second 0-60 MPH Acceleration

Popular YouTube channel B is for Build embarked on a project to transform a flood-damaged Tesla Model 3 Performance. Curiosity led them to dismantle the electric vehicle piece by piece, testing the limits of its acceleration as they shed excess weight. What they discovered was truly astonishing.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 30, 2023, 8:37 p.m.
Great Wall Considers Germany, Hungary, and Czechia as Locations for its First European Plant

Great Wall Motor (GWM), a leading private Chinese automaker, is exploring potential locations for its first European plant. The final decision on the plant's location has yet to be made, but Germany, Hungary, and the Czech Republic are being considered as top contenders.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 30, 2023, 8:29 p.m.
Rolls-Royce Cullinan Blue Shadow Edition Takes Inspiration From Space

Limited to just 62 examples, the Rolls-Royce Cullinan Black Badge Blue Shadow Private Collection is inspired by the awe-inspiring K?rm?n Line, the threshold where the surface of the earth meets the vastness of space.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 30, 2023, 7:28 p.m.
TEPCO and Toyota Collaborate to Test Stationary Storage Battery System Using EV Batteries

Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings, Inc. (TEPCO) and Toyota have joined forces to develop a stationary storage battery system. This innovative system, boasting a 1 MW output and 3 MWh capacity, combines TEPCO's operating technology and safety standards for stationary storage batteries with Toyota's expertise in system technology for electrified vehicle storage batteries.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 30, 2023, 7:22 p.m.
Porsche to Preview Sports Car of the Future on June 8

On June 8, 1948, Porsche introduced the world to its first road-approved vehicle, the iconic 356 "No.1" Roadster. Now, 75 years later, Porsche is set to celebrate this milestone with a special one-hour event that will be live-streamed globally. The event, split into five acts named Heritage, Zeitgeist, Performance, Pioneering Spirit, and Dreams, promises to captivate audiences with a glimpse into the future of sports cars.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 30, 2023, 3:49 p.m.
Toyota Mirai Sport Concept: Unleashing the Power of Hydrogen in a Performance Sedan

In addition to the highly anticipated 2024 Crown Sedan, Toyota unveiled a concept vehicle at the recent Fuji 24 Hours in Japan that is sure to generate excitement - the Toyota Mirai Sport Concept.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 30, 2023, 3:13 p.m.
Why Remote Control Is Bad for Laundry Businesses: The Lesson from the 2024 VW Touareg Ad

Volkswagen Touareg is a sleek and spacious SUV that recently received a mid-cycle facelift. While remote parking is not a new feature for the Touareg, VW has cleverly showcased its usefulness in a new advertisement.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 30, 2023, 12:33 p.m.
Volvo Cars Invests in Bidirectional EV Charging Startup dcbel

Volvo Cars has made a strategic investment in dcbel, a promising startup specializing in bidirectional electric vehicle (EV) charging. Volvo Cars will support dcbel's research and development initiatives and help bring their innovative solutions to market through the Volvo Cars Tech Fund.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 30, 2023, 12:14 p.m.
Waymo and Uber Partner to Bring Waymo’s Autonomous Driving Technology to the Uber Platform

Waymo and Uber Technologies announced a partnership that will bring Waymo's autonomous driving technology to the Uber platform. This multi-year strategic collaboration aims to make the Waymo Driver accessible to a broader audience, starting in Phoenix.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 30, 2023, 12:05 p.m.
Wrecked Racecar’s Wheel Goes Flying Over Crowd, Smashes Into Parked Car At Indy 500

In a heart-stopping moment at the legendary Indy 500, fans were left in relief after a dramatic crash sent a wheel from Kyle Kirkwood's racecar hurtling over the grandstands and crashing into a parked car at the Brickyard. The incident occurred during the closing stages of the race, raising concerns about spectator safety.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 30, 2023, 11:53 a.m.
ZParq Completes $2.7M Seed Round to Bring Ultracompact Electric Marine Motors to Market

Swedish marine propulsion startup ZParq has successfully concluded a seed round, securing a total of 2.5 million euros ($2.68M) in funding from cleantech investors. This investment will enable ZParq to introduce its compact electric marine motors, powertrains, and related technologies to the market.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 30, 2023, 11:43 a.m.
Toyota GR Yaris Has Its Three-Cylinder Engine Tuned To 741 HP

The Toyota GR Yaris is known for its impressive performance, boasting 257 horsepower from its turbocharged 1.6-liter three-cylinder engine. However, Powertune Australia has taken it to a whole new level by heavily upgrading the engine to produce a staggering 741 horsepower, nearly three times more than the standard version.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 30, 2023, 11:32 a.m.
PowerX is developing the world's first electric battery tanker, "X," with the goal of transporting clean energy across the ocean

PowerX, a Japan-based startup, is on a mission to transform the way the world utilizes and transfers clean energy. While the majority of today's energy is transferred through fossil fuels, PowerX envisions a future where renewable electricity can be transported efficiently. To achieve this goal, the company is developing a "power transfer ship" that will establish an "ocean power grid."

Evgenii Ushakov

May 30, 2023, 10:42 a.m.

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