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Vonmercier is the electric sportscar hovercraft that will have you saying, “Ok, but why?”

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As the sales page explains, “The body and hull are molded from carbon fiber. That’s how it’s legally registered, making the water its native habitat. The company claims to have adopted design practices from across the automotive, aerospace, and marine industries.

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Audi introduces new A4 Avant g-tron; Audi e-gas offered as standard

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mph) in just 8.5 The second layer, a composite winding of carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) and glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP), provides for maximum strength. The actual bursting pressure is much higher still and far exceeds the legal requirements. Its top speed is 223 km/h (138.6

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News: 2023 Toyota and Lexus New Products

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With the change comes an increase in horsepower from 139 to 169, faster 0-60 mph by two seconds and fuel economy increased to 31 mpg city/40 highway/34 combined. If driving fast (legally) is your thing, checkout the all-new Toyota Gazoo Racing GR Cup that uses high-performance versions of the street GR86. GR Cup Series.

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Terrafugia obtains FAA Special Light-Sport Airworthiness Certificate for roadable aircraft; “flying car”

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The vehicle that received the certificate is legal for flight and represents the initial version of the Transition roadable aircraft. Powered by a 100-hp Rotax 912iS Sport fuel-injected engine with a 2,000 hr TBO, the vehicle has a flight speed of 100 mph and runs on either premium gasoline or 100LL airplane fuel.

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BMW unveils production i8 plug-in hybrid; 94 mpg; on sale in US in 2014 priced from $135,925

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The combustion engine and electric motor, battery pack, power electronics, chassis components, and structural and crash functions are all arranged within the aluminum Drive module, while the central element of the Life module is the i8’s CFRP (carbon fiber reinforced plastic) passenger cell.

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Ferrari’s Plug-in Hybrid One-Ups the Combustion Engine

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Because the front wheels are driven independently, the car can travel 26 kilometers (16 miles) on electricity alone, at speeds up to 135 km/h (83 mph). You switch the mode on by dialing it up on the Ferrari’s dramatic steering wheel, which integrates a cool arc of LED lights on its carbon-fiber rim to cue drivers to shift.

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BMW unveils the production i3 in New York, London and Beijing; efficiency, dynamics and a supporting ecosystem of services

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With its new architecture, use of carbon fiber reinforced plastic, and premium mobility service offerings, the “ i3 marks the beginning of a new mobility age ,” said Dr. Reithofer. The SGL carbon fiber plant at Moses Lake, Washington, uses 100% hydropower.

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