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  Mystery Vehicles to be Unveiled at the Upcoming Jeep Easter Safari                                             Source:  Jeep Vehicles For Some of the Toughest Trails in the World Jeep is revealing teaser images of what appear to be exciting new and powerful off-road concept vehicles.  The concepts will be fully revealed at Jeep's annual Easter Safari off-roading extravaganza in Moab, Utah.  The key concept model in the top image is a hybrid-electric plug-in off-roading vehicle with what Jeep says are tons of extras, a roof rack and 4xe hybrid power.  Jeep says it will provide "open air freedom on some of the toughest trails in the world". Features and Initial Tech Specs The concept has Jeep front and back half doors.  Jeep says that it has the latest customizations from Mopar and Jeep Performance Parts, 4x4 capability and "class exclusive, off-road 4xe plugin hybrid power.  As a frame of reference, the Wrangler 4xe off-road has a range of 370 miles, a 2.0l turbo-ch

Mystery Vehicles to be Unveiled at the Upcoming Jeep Easter Safari                                             Source:  Jeep Jeep's New Off-Road Concept Vehicles  Jeep is revealing teaser images of what appear to be exciting new and powerful off-road concept vehicles.  The concepts will be fully revealed at Jeep's annual Easter Safari off-roading extravaganza in Moab, Utah.  The key concept model in the top image is a hybrid-electric plug-in off-roading vehicle with what Jeep says are tons of extras, a roof rack and 4xe hybrid power.  Jeep says it will provide "open air freedom on some of the toughest trails in the world". Features and Initial Tech Specs The concept has Jeep front and back half doors.  Jeep says that it has the latest customizations from Mopar and Jeep Performance Parts, 4x4 capability and "class exclusive, off-road 4xe plugin hybrid power.  As a frame of reference, the Wrangler 4xe off-road has a range of 370 miles, a 2.0l turbo-charged, four-cy

  Very Smart, AI Enabled, Companion Robot Cat for the Home                                        Source:  Elephant Robotics MarsCat is Fully Autonomous & Just Like a Cat The world's first bionic, AI enabled cat - MarsCat - has been developed by Shenzhen, China based Elephant Robotics.  The MarsCat has been specifically designed to bring joy, companionship and fun interaction particularly for kids and seniors.  MarsCat's functionality includes walking, sitting, stretching and meowing.  It is fully autonomous, fully responsive and has cat-like emotional responses.  The company says that no instructions are needed to control its movements. Very advanced AI (artificial intelligence) enables the little robot to understand and respond to human commands and interactions.  MarsCat is now under mass production for global sales. MarsCat's Level of Understanding Elephant Robotics says the little robot hears your voice, can feel your touch, sees your face and can play with toys. 

  Very Smart, AI Enabled, Companion Robot Cat for the Home                                        Source:  Elephant Robotics MarsCat is Fully Autonomous & Just Like a Cat The world's first bionic, AI enabled cat - MarsCat - has been developed by Shenzhen, China based Elephant Robotics.  The MarsCat has been specifically designed to bring joy, companionship and fun interaction particularly for kids and seniors.  MarsCat's functionality includes walking, sitting, stretching and meowing.  It is fully autonomous, fully responsive and has cat-like emotional responses.  The company says that no instructions are needed to control its movements. Very advanced AI (artificial intelligence) enables the little robot to understand and respond to human commands and interactions.  MarsCat is now under mass production for global sales. MarsCat's Level of Understanding Elephant Robotics says the little robot hears your voice, can feel your touch, sees your face and can play with toys. 

  Spot the RoboDog on Duty to Monitor & Protect Pompei's Ancient Ruins                                                                                                     Source:  Pompei New Tech Guarding Ancient History This is a fascinating case of highly advanced robotic, AI, drone and laser technologies being deployed to guard and protect ancient, historical ruins dating back more than 2,000 years.  Famous robot dog Spot, created by US based Boston Robotics and now owned by Hyundai, is deployed by Italy's Archeological Park of Pompei to roam around the ruins to inspect and monitor the condition of the famous archeological structures. Robotic Patrols for Data Collection Spot is a quadruped robot with great dexterity and AI intelligence.  He is able to travel on different and difficult types of terrain as well as to maneuver and squeeze in and out of difficult locations.  At Pompei, Spot is monitoring and gathering data on the ruins for comparative studies and possible in

Spot the RoboDog on Duty to Monitor & Protect Pompei's Ancient Ruins                                                                                          Source:  Pompei New Tech Guarding Ancient History This is a fascinating case of highly advanced robotic, AI, drone and laser technologies being deployed to guard and protect ancient, historical ruins dating back more than 2,000 years.  Famous robot dog Spot, created by US based Boston Robotics and now owned by Hyundai, is deployed by Italy's Archeological Park of Pompei to roam around the ruins to inspect and monitor the condition of the famous archeological structures. Robotic Patrols for Data Collection Spot is a quadruped robot with great dexterity and AI intelligence.  He is able to travel on different and difficult types of terrain as well as to maneuver and squeeze in and out of difficult locations.  At Pompei, Spot is monitoring and gathering data on the ruins for comparative studies and possible intervention t

  Exciting New Vision of Travel's Future                                                  Source:  Amazon Now Available on Amazon Journalist Edward Kane's latest book "New Breakthrough Cars, Planes, Bikes, Boats" provides a fascinating new look at the most exciting vehicles and vehicle concepts under development globally. I co-authored the book with Ed. It's an easy-to-read series of executive briefs on each vehicle highlighted with fabulous images.  Amazon is offering it as an e-book, paperback and hardback at https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B09WLWV9TK&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_5VZXERN91N50QHRW82QE or   ASIN: B09WNY84V4  

  Sweden's Jetson One                                             Source:  Jetson Aero Strap Yourself in For an Aerial Spin Sweden's Jetson Aero has developed Jetson One, an electric, single-seat personal aircraft that breaks the mold for access to personal flying.  It is relatively inexpensive at $92,000 and largely flies itself in drone-like fashion. It does not require a pilot's license. It is extremely lightweight at 190 pounds but can carry a pilot that weighs up to 210 pounds.  The aircraft is totally electric powered and there are zero emissions. Tech Specs The vehicle operates on eight electric motors and a powerful, high discharge lithium-ion battery.  It can take you places and at a good speed.  The range on a charge is 20 minutes flying time and the aircraft can hit speeds of 63 mph.  It takes only an hour to charge the vehicle.  It is an eVTOL, meaning it takes off and lands like a helicopter from a driveway or garden. It is designed for sheer fun flying. The co

  Sky and Drive Commuting in Japan                                                        Source:  SkyDrive Automaker & Flying Car Startup Partner on Flying/Driving Taxis One of the world's leading automotive and motorcycle makers Suzuki and Japanese flying taxi startup SkyDrive are partnering to launch fleets of flying taxis, first in the Osaka Bay area of Japan in 2025.  SkyDrive's new vehicle called SD-XX is an eVTOL or electric vertical take-off and landing vehicle that operates like a helicopter and doesn't need a traditional runway to take-off from and land on.  Of big interest, SD-XX can drive to other locations once it lands.  SkyDrive has big backers in Toyota, Panasonic and Fujitsu.  SkyDrive intends to put the SD-XX prototype into commercial production in 2023.  Now partnering with Suzuki on R&D, manufacturing and mass production systems, SkyDrive will likely be able to bring large numbers of vehicles to market. Highly Advanced Travel Technology SD-XX is

  Sky and Drive Commuting in Japan                                                        Source:  SkyDrive Automaker & Flying Car Startup Partner on Flying/Driving Taxis One of the world's leading automotive and motorcycle makers Suzuki and Japanese flying taxi startup SkyDrive are partnering to launch fleets of flying taxis, first in the Osaka Bay area of Japan in 2025.  SkyDrive's new vehicle called SD-XX is an eVTOL or electric vertical take-off and landing vehicle that operates like a helicopter and doesn't need a traditional runway to take-off from and land on.  Of big interest, SD-XX can drive to other locations once it lands.  SkyDrive has big backers in Toyota, Panasonic and Fujitsu.  SkyDrive intends to put the SD-XX prototype into commercial production in 2023.  Now partnering with Suzuki on R&D, manufacturing and mass production systems, SkyDrive will likely be able to bring large numbers of vehicles to market. Highly Advanced Travel Technology SD-XX is

From Canada, the 2022 Taiga Nomad                                                  Source:  Taiga Motors No Pollution, Zero Emissions, Less Noise Canada based Taiga Motors, known for its electric jetskis, has invented an all-electric snowmobile called the Taiga Nomad, which is in harmony with nature.  It glides over the snowy countryside without spewing noxious fumes and loud noise.  The Taiga is relatively quiet and emissions free.  It's a great way to enjoy the beauty of the wintry outdoors without polluting it.  The electric vehicle is a world first of its kind. And it's not just a concept under development.  It is on the market and being delivered to customers. Tech Specs and Features Taiga will offer two versions of the Nomad - the Standard and Performance. Both have a 23 kWh battery.  Standard Nomad produces 90 hp, 125 pound-feet of torque and has a range of 62 miles.  Performance Nomad produces 120 hp, 125 pound-feet of torque and has an 83 mile range.  The battery can b

  From Canada, the 2022 Taiga Nomad                                                  Source:  Taiga Motors No Pollution, Zero Emissions, Less Noise Canada based Taiga Motors, known for its electric Jet skis, has invented an all-electric snowmobile called the Taiga Nomad, which is in harmony with nature.  It glides over the snowy countryside without spewing noxious fumes and loud noise.  The Taiga is relatively quiet and emissions free.  It's a great way to enjoy the beauty of the wintry outdoors without polluting it.  The electric vehicle is a world first of its kind. And it's not just a concept under development.  It is on the market and being delivered to customers. Tech Specs and Features Taiga will offer two versions of the Nomad - the Standard and Performance. Both have a 23-kWh battery.  Standard Nomad produces 90 hp, 125 pound-feet of torque and has a range of 62 miles.  Performance Nomad produces 120 hp, 125 pound-feet of torque and has an 83-mile range.  The battery ca