Important Innovations

 D ear Viewers: We are launching a new, innovation news service on this blog called "Daily Innovation Brief".  At least one of the daily news stories will be transportation related, including new car, eVTOL and plane concepts.  The first edition of "Daily Innovation Brief" is below.  Thanks for viewing. Maryanne Kane MCLAREN'S NEW FLAGSHIP                                                                                     Source:  McLaren   Currently, the British performance automaker is developing its 750 S new supercar for unveiling this spring 740 hp supercar will replace the 720 S as the brand's flagship Powered by twin turbo 4.0-liter V8 Big rear wing, big air vents and inside a new front dashboard with an instrument panel above the steering wheel, plus a dramatic floating infotainment system Sporty, elegant, aerodynamic styling Priced to start at $340,000 and will debut in April 2023 Expected to be a performance dazzler. DARPA'S NEW CRANE X-PLANE  

  Weisman Thunderball Goes Electric                                     Source: Weisman Thunderball EV All Electric Cabriolet Weisman Automobile GmbH has just unveiled its Thunderball all-electric Cabriolet, which is a very sporty, stunning concept that is going into production. Weisman is a Germany-based automotive manufacturer that specializes in hand-built, custom convertibles and coupes.  They two brothers who founded the business have been in business since 1988.  Their new Thunderball is getting the automotive world's attention because of its power, beauty and performance. One major automotive magazine called it "a tour de force".  Weisman calls the vehicle "the world's most exciting sportscar".  Thought you would like to take a look at it as I did. Tech Specs & More The Thunderball sports car is a zero emissions vehicle that can accelerate from 0 to 62 mph in 2.9 seconds.  It has two electric motors mounted in the rear to give the back wheels a lo

  The "Vision Study Model"                                                  Source:  Mazda Could This Be the Future Miata EV? Mazda has unveiled a big surprise:  a new sports car concept that is intriguing automotive enthusiasts.  It is called the "Vision Study Model".  It's a beautiful coupe that is sleek, smooth and very aerodynamic.  It sports dramatic, big fenders, butterfly doors and dimensions that are similar to the iconic Miata sports car. Many automotive experts are wondering: Is this the future Miata EV?. It could be!  The vehicle was a big surprise at its unveiling at Mazda's announcement of its future electrification plans, which are very significant.  Mazda is investing $11billion into electrification through 2030. Mazda wants its sales ratio to be 40% EV by 2030. Expectations Automotive experts expect an all-electric Mazda Miata-like sports car to be produced by the late 2020's. They believe that Mazda will first roll out a hybrid version. 

  Geely's Vision Starburst                                                                  Source:  Geely Vision Starburst Concept Car Concept Inspired by the Cosmos & the Stars Vision Starburst is China based, global automaker Geely's design inspiration for future electric vehicle models.  The inspiration comes from deep space and the nebulae and other stellar phenomena that come together and burst into new stars.  Geely owns Volvo, Lotus, Terrafugia, Polestar and the London Electric Vehicle Company, plus a slew of brands in China.  Geely's Shanghai design team, in creating the Vision Starburst concept car, worked to "create unity between exterior and interior, color and materials, as well as car and user". Star Quality Exterior The surface of the concept car is curved and inspired by "stellar rays and waves in the folding and crossing of lines and surfaces", according to Geely.  The headlights of the car are the "eyes of the vehicle".  T

  Geely's Vision Starburst Car Concept from China                                                              Source:  Geely Vision Starburst Concept Car Concept Inspired by the Cosmos & the Stars Vision Starburst is China based, global automaker Geely's design inspiration for future electric vehicle models.  The inspiration comes from deep space and the nebulae and other stellar phenomena that come together and burst into new stars.  Geely owns Volvo, Lotus, Terrafugia, Polestar and the London Electric Vehicle Company, plus a slew of brands in China.  Geely's Shanghai design team, in creating the Vision Starburst concept car, worked to "create unity between exterior and interior, color and materials, as well as car and user". Star Quality Exterior The surface of the concept car is curved and inspired by "stellar rays and waves in the folding and crossing of lines and surfaces", according to Geely.  The headlights of the car are the "eyes of th