The world’s state of constant technological growth has created a long list of new career options that probably didn’t exist even just ten years ago. Parents and students everywhere are preparing early for the way the world is shifting by making life decisions that will eventually lead to them to working in high-tech careers in the future. However, there is a common assumption that the only way to be a part of that high-tech wave is to pursue a path through scientific fields of study.
Read MoreElectric cars have been steadily improving over the years, with advancement in battery and charging technology being improved almost by leaps and bounds. However, the time taken to fully charge an electric car remains one of the most annoying parts of owning one. Refueling a conventional gasoline car takes anywhere from 3-5 minutes, depending on how big and empty your petrol tank is. But with an electric car, you have to wait for about 20 minutes or more for every full charge.
Read MoreMichelin and General Motors presented a live demonstration of their new Airless Wheel Technology—the Michelin Uptis Prototype, a Unique Puncture-proof Tyre System. Their joint research agreement targets to introduce this technology on passenger models by 2024.
The magic is all thanks to Osamu Furukawa, the owner of Oz Motors based in Japan. His shop is one of the few garages in the world that specializes in “EV conversions,” or the process of turning a car with a combustion engine into one powered by electricity. The idea came to Mr Furukawa when he was deliberating what kind of business he should operate as a car remodeling agent in such an environmentally conscious era.
Read MoreIntroducing the Tweel Airless Tire. Tweel is a play on words for Tire & Wheel because the Tweel doesn’t use a traditional wheel hub assembly. It’s essentially a solid inner hub mounted to the axle and surrounded by polyurethane spokes arrayed in a pattern of wedges
Read MoreDyson, the brand name that is more known for its expensive range of vacuums, hand dryers and fans seems to be expanding its scope to other areas; namely cars. Last year, James Dyson announced that Dyson was planning to build an electric car.
Read MoreHave you ever wished that your car seats can be turned on as a massager? There are times when you are stressed out and just needed that extra comfort; a massage. Well, the wish has already been made by some car manufacturers. Luxury car manufacturers are always looking for ways to improve drivers’ comfort. Let’s take a look at some cars with massage functions!
Read MoreEspecially when running late, we often see these tri-coloured poles on intersections as the bane of our existence. However, the frustration borne from a few minutes of inconvenient delay is quickly forgotten when faced with the anarchy of a dysfunctioning traffic light. Let’s have a closer look at how traffic lights came about and how they’ve evolved through time.
Driverless cars are very preoccupied with safety. Maybe too preoccupied, according to tech company Intel, along with its subsidiary, Mobileye. In an unprecedented statement, Intel says that autonomous vehicles should take more risks while driving, to make it more like the assertive human drivers.
Read MoreMotorsport is a highly competitive business. It costs a lot of money and drivers and teams will always complain that they never have enough, however deep their pockets! Money is the fuel that makes the motorsport world go round. Drivers and teams need whatever funds they can get their hands on to keep racing or to develop their careers. However, it must always be remembered that the sponsors, who provide the funds, need to see a return on investment to justify their participation.
Read MoreThe Bugatti La Voiture Noire is the most expensive new car ever sold. Only ONE of its kind will ever be made and the identity of the buyer is not revealed. However, it is said that the buyer is a huge fan of Bugatti with an enormous attachment to the brand. Of course, he or she has to be ultra-rich too!
Read MoreInnovation and the automotive industry often go hand in hand. Carmakers are now pushing the envelope to develop new technology that will benefit their customers. But Mitsubishi may have just taken this concept to a new level.
Read MoreWell, it seems like Malaysia is getting ready to embrace the flying car hype. Malaysia’s first-ever flying car, which will be driven by local technology, is expected to be unveiled this year. The project aims to utilise the country’s capabilities in the aerospace, drone, unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) and automotive sectors. The government also wants to use this project to create an environment that stimulates people to think about new technologies.
Read MoreAccidents on the road happen more often than you think. The seat belt was invented as a safety system to reduce the rate of fatalities on the road back in 1959 by Nils Bohlin for Volvo and has since become one of the staple things in all passenger cars. However, the seat belt, and subsequently the airbags, are only effective in the event of a collision. Today, we’re going to look at the top 5 car safety systems that will help prevent an accident from happening!
Read MoreCarsharing is a straightforward concept; the term is exactly what it means. Carsharing is a low-cost, short-term car rental option with an hourly rate for use of a car. This service is an ideal option for those who regularly use alternative transportation. Carsharing is somewhat a new phenomenon in Malaysia, but it is no doubt gaining popularity among millennials
Read MoreAs automobile drivers and motorcycle riders, we don’t have much of a choice when it comes to buying petrol as it is basically the blood we need to keep our vehicles moving. No matter what happens, petroleum is something that we will always need for the foreseeable future and in continuous supply, much like toothpaste or even toilet paper.
Read MoreBell was one of the first aircraft manufacturers to team up with Uber in 2017 to create a network of flying taxis as a way to solve city-wide traffic problems.
Read MoreElevate unleashes its four “legs,” each with a series of joints, which brings the concept car to its full strength, enabling the vehicle to mimic both mammalian and reptilian walking.
Read MoreThe sheer volume of software and sensors in new vehicles, combined with artificial intelligence that can sift through data at ever-quickening speeds. The data is generated by the car’s onboard sensors and computers and then stored by the automaker in cloud-based servers.
Read MoreWhen you think of LEGO, you think of it as a kid’s toy or creativity blocks for children. However, it can also be a hobby for adults to create amazing structures and buildings using lego. That being said, creativity is limitless! Here are some amazing cars that are built using LEGOS!
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