Important Innovations

  Hyperion XP-1                                                  Source:  Hyperion XP-1 Driving With Zero Carbon Emissions California-based startup Hyperion has developed a hydrogen powered car, called Hyperion XP-1, that packs 2,000 hp and has a range of more than 1,000 miles.  Still a prototype, the h-car is a spectacular vehicle with a highly unusual, futuristic design and distinctive, unconventional proportions.  For example, the vehicle has Bugatti-style adjustable blades covered with solar panels.  Hyperion not only has a distinctive hydrogen hypercar;  but also, it plans to build a network of hydrogen fill-up stations. The stations will deploy NASA refueling technology to keep fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEV) and battery  electric vehicles (BEV) powered and on the move.  Hydrogen's Adva...

  Elegant, Highly Creative New Car Design                                                                                                           Source: Mercedes Benz Mercedes Work of Art That Exists in Virtual Reality This is one of German luxury car maker Mercedes Benz' most creative and imaginative concept cars.  It's a car created in virtual reality which Mercedes calls its first "virtual show car".  The car will be showcased in the upcoming "League of Legends" World Championships.  With this concept, Mercedes has created a vehicle unlike anything it has ever imagined before as a concept or production car.  It is truly an automotive work of art. ...

  World's Greenest EV                                                     Source:  Citroen Could Radically Change What Cars Are Made of Citroen's new electric concept vehicle Oli is a sporty, funky, fun lightweight pickup truck that's made from recycled honeycomb cardboard and other recycled and recyclable materials.  That has to be an automotive first.  According to Citroen executives, it is designed to be affordable, sustainable and built on the principle "the less you weigh, the less you consume".  The automaker says it equipped Oli with "just enough of everything" to really keep the weight down and the driver and passengers happy.  The EV weighs 2.204 pounds and the 40-kWh battery provides a range of 248 miles on a charge. It can recharge from 20% to 80% in about 20 minutes. Citroen hasn't provid...

   #1 New Release in Pictorial Automotive Books on Amazon                                                       Source:  Amazon Check Out a Free Sample "Latest Innovations For Tomorrow" by journalists Edward Kane and me, Maryanne Kane, is the #1 New Release in Pictorial Automotive Books on Amazon.  It showcases the latest top innovations that will impact our tomorrows and beyond.  To take a free look, go to  Latest Innovations For Tomorrow

  Aston Martin's Surprise V12 Vantage Roadster                                                Source:  Aston Martin May Be Final Iteration on the V12 Vantage Theme Iconic British automaker Aston Martin just unveiled a convertible version of the powerful and speedy V12 Vantage.  Called the 2023 V12 Vantage Roadster, the vehicle is stunning and a big surprise as Aston Martin announced nearly six months ago that the V12 Vantage Coupe was the last of the dynasty cars that date back decades.  Apparently, Astin Martin, which was 007 James Bond's car of choice, is finding it difficult to say goodbye to the magnificent vehicle. All Sold Out The V12 Vintage Coupe and Roadster are virtually identical with the exception of the convertible roof and the rear wing, which is optional, not standard, on the Roadster.  The car bodies are...

  Joint Development, Production & Sales Collaboration                                             Source: BMW & Toyota Hedging Bets & Investments in Hydrogen Vehicles An innovative partnership has just emerged between German luxury car maker BMW and Japan's Toyota to develop, produce and sell hydrogen fuel cell vehicles by 2025.  They have partnered on vehicles before like the BMW Z4 and the Toyota Supra sports car, but the scope of this collaboration is unprecedented.  It brings the smarts and expertise of two automotive behemoths together to create next generation, zero emissions hydrogen vehicles.  Hydrogen vehicles use hydrogen and oxygen to produce electricity to fuel the vehicles. Hydrogen's Advantages Toyota in particular has depth of experience in developing hydrogen vehicles like the now 8-year-old Toyota Mirai hy...

  Iconic Bronco Brand Nostalgia With New Models                                                       Source:  Ford Modernized Blast From the Past Ford is paying tribute to its iconic and wildly popular Bronco brand that captivated the nation and the world when it debuted in 1966. The tribute comes in the form of several new models that are modernized blasts from the past. Bronco is the epitome of rugged good looks and sensational off-roading capabilities. In historically modernized versions of that tradition, Ford is introducing the Bronco Sport, Heritage and Heritage Limited.  The Sport starts at $34,245; the Heritage at $45,900 and the Heritage Limited at $68,490.  The vehicles pay homage to Bronco's history with some signature designs from the first-generation vehicles. Past Meets Prese...

  Iconic Bronco Brand Nostalgia With New Models                                                       Source:  Ford Modernized Blast From the Past Ford is paying tribute to its iconic and wildly popular Bronco brand that captivated the nation and the world when it debuted in 1966. The tribute comes in the form of several new models that are modernized blasts from the past. Bronco is the epitome of rugged good looks and sensational off-roading capabilities. In historically modernized versions of that tradition, Ford is introducing the Bronco Sport, Heritage and Heritage Limited.  The Sport starts at $34,245; the Heritage at $45,900 and the Heritage Limited at $68,490.  The vehicles pay homage to Bronco's history with some signature designs from the first-generation vehicles. Past Meets Prese...

  New Zero Emissions Mode of Transportation                                       Source: Biliti & Other Tuk Tuks Roots Date Back to Rickshaws Los Angeles-based startup Biliti just unveiled what's being called the world's first, hydrogen powered Tuk Tuk or trike.  Tuk Tuks are common means of passenger transportation in Thailand and India.  The three-wheeled vehicles serve as taxies.  Their heritage dates back to Japan's rickshaws.  The new, hydrogen fuel cell powered Tuk Tuk is called FastMile.  The company says it has a 130-mile range on a charge and can be refueled in just 3 minutes.  Biliti is a fast growth electric mobility company founded in 2021 and known for its compact electric delivery Tuk Tuks.  The company is currently significantly expanding its operations.  It is setting up the world's largest 3-wheeler man...

  The M3 Touring is One Powerful Car                                                       Source:  BMW Hot Automotive Launch in Late 2022 BMW has unveiled its long-awaited and much anticipated BMW M3 Touring wagon.  This is the M3's sixth generation and the first wagon.  The vehicle has a long and distinguished history dating back to 1986.  With a 509-horsepower powertrain and all-wheel drive, the vehicle is designed to perform smoothly, sleekly, powerfully and be a lot of fun to drive. It is said to be BMW M's birthday gift to itself. Elegant Design The vehicle has a distinctive, very long roof and very sporty, sculptured body lines.  The M3 Touring's cabin has a nearly 15" curved infotainment touchscreen display that operates BMW's operating system 8 software system.  There is also ...

BMW's M Super Wagon is Here                                                       Source:  BMW Hot Automotive Launch in Late 2022 BMW has unveiled its long-awaited and much anticipated BMW M3 Touring wagon.  This is the M3's sixth generation and the first wagon.  The vehicle has a long and distinguished history dating back to 1986.  With a 509-horsepower powertrain and all-wheel drive, the vehicle is designed to perform smoothly, sleekly, powerfully and be a lot of fun to drive. It is said to be BMW M's birthday gift to itself. Elegant Design The vehicle has a distinctive, very long roof and very sporty, sculptured body lines.  The M3 Touring's cabin has a nearly 15" curved infotainment touchscreen display that operates BMW's operating system 8 software system.  There is also a 12.3" instru...

  $800,000 Brabus Crawler                                                                 Source:  Brabus Crawler Something New and Cool at the Beach Here's a fun vehicle for your summer at the beach.  From Germany, the Brabus Crawler that costs $800,000 and is unlike any other buggy for the beach with its combination of rugged good looks and advanced technologies.  The Crawler packs 900 hp and is the creation of German luxury "tuner" automaker Brabus.  The buggy has a tube-frame chassis, composed of high-strength steel and a carbon fiber body.  Crawler has no doors and no windows but tons of fun, driving attitude.  Tech Specs The vehicle has a twin-turbocharged 4.5-liter V8 engine.  It pumps out 900 hp and 774 pound-feet of torque with a 9-speed auto...