Batman

This Fully Autonomous Batpod Motorcycle Should be in “The Batman” Movie

By Jackson Chung January 21, 2022

Photo credit: Fang Yi
In the comic book world, Batman’s personal motorcycle is a modified street-bike with a 786cc liquid-cooled V-4 engine equipped with a computer-controlled carburetor and bulletproof wind-guard. However, in The Dark Knight trilogy, the bike, called a Batpod, has 20″ tires and is powered by a high-performance, water-cooled, single-cylinder engine. With “The Batman” set for release on March 4, 2022 in theaters, it’s only fitting that the superhero get an all-electric autonomous version to fight crime.

McMurtry Spéirling is a Batmobile-Inspired 1,000HP Electric Supercar You Probably Never Knew Existed

By Jackson Chung December 21, 2021

McMurty Speirling Batmobile EV Electric Supercar
Sure, Batman may not be able to fit into a McMurtry Spéirling, but there’s no denying that it drew inspiration from the Batmobile, or at least one iteration of it. Starting from the exterior, we have a full carbon fiber monocoque with carbon fiber crash structures and bodywork to keep things as light as possible – under 2200-pounds. Read more to see a TopGear rundown on this amazing EV.

Mattel Reveals Ultra Detailed 1:10 Scale Hot Wheels R/C “The Batman” Batmobile, Costs $500

By Jackson Chung October 19, 2021

Mattel’s Hot Wheels R/C design reveals an ultra detailed 1:10 scale replica of the iconic Batmobile from the upcoming “The Batman” movie starring Robert Pattinson. Not just a toy, this is as close to a movie prop as you can get, as it comes equipped with a street-grade suspension, multi-color LED lights, special flame effects on the front / rear, and a water-activated mist effect to let you recreate stage scenes from the film.

New LEGO Technic (42127) “The Batman” Batmobile Set Revealed Ahead of 2022 Movie

By Jackson Chung October 16, 2021

LEGO Technic 42127 The Batman Batmobile Set 2022 Movie Robert Pattinson
A new LEGO Technic (42127) set has surfaced ahead of the 2022 “The Batman” movie release, and it’s modeled after the all-new Batmobile. Unlike previous sets, this one includes two light bricks – 1 red and 1 yellow – with the former adding an ominous glow to the transparent engine out back, while the yellow brick illuminates the front grille. Other features include front wheel steering, a rear differential, spinning flame, and functional doors as well as the hood. Read more for additional pictures and information.

Batman 1989 Fan Game Recreates Tim Burton’s Famed Movie Starring Michael Keaton

By Jackson Chung May 3, 2021

Tim Burton’s 1989 Batman film starred Jack Nicholson as the Joker and Michael Keaton as Bruce Wayne / Batman, along with co-stars Kim Basinger, Robert Wuhl, Pat Hingle, Billy Dee Williams, Michael Gough, and Jack Palance. It’s set early in the superhero’s war on crime, and focuses on his conflict with the Joker. There were many games released over the years, including on the NES, but none come near the quality of this fan game made in Unreal Engine 4.

Only Five of These Electric Batman Tumbler Golf Carts Exist Worldwide, Here’s an Up-Close Look at One

By Jackson Chung May 3, 2021

You may have seen Batcarts before, but here’s an up-close look at one of these Batman Tumbler golf carts. Marc Irvin of Marc’s Creature Company first created this golf cart for movie director Ray Griggs back in 2013, used mainly to get around movie sets. Since then, Marc has built a few more of them, most recently for an auto enthusiast named Alex, who also goes by “Lambo Jesus” on social media. Read more for an up-close look at one of these machines, which is based on the EZ-Go golf cart.

Engineer Builds a Real-Life Grappling Gun That Actually Works

By Jackson Chung April 21, 2021

Homemade Grappling Gun
An engineer who goes by “JT” online has been fascinated by the grappling hooks used by Batman and other superheroes in movies. So, he went on to build his very own, and it wasn’t easy, since the entire process took over a year. What he ended up with was a aluminum chassis that packs a powerful 10,000W skateboard motor, attached to a custom-built grappling hook. The hook itself is propelled using 12g CO2 cartridges, operated by an an analogue throttle wheel controlled with your thumb. Read more for a video and additional information.

What it’s Like to Drive a Tim Burton-Style Batmobile Powered by a 5.7L V8 Engine

By Jackson Chung March 25, 2021

The DriveTribe’s Mike Fernie was lucky enough to get behind the wheel of a Time Burton-style 1989 Batmobile, powered by a Chevy-sourced 5.7L V8 producing 380 hp. As you’re about to see, this particular replica requires a driver that is at least 6-feet-tall due to the height of the massive hood. Unfortunately (or fortunately), it does not come equipped with any of the weapons seen in the movie.

Ford Mustang-Based Batmobile Replica Actually Drives, Powered by 5.7L Chevy Engine

By Jackson Chung March 9, 2021

It’s not everyday that you see a Batmobile replica for sale, much less one based on a 1965 Ford Mustang. This example was custom-built by Z Cars, complete with a spaceframe chassis and fiberglass body, making it much lighter than the complete Mustang donor car. Power comes from a Chevrolet-sourced 5.7L small block V8 generating 380 horsepower, but unfortunately, it’s not road legal nor can this vehicle fit inside some standard garages at 22-feet-long.

Batman Fan Builds a Fully-Functional Grappling Gun

By Jackson Chung December 30, 2020

In the comics, Batman’s grappling gun is basically a pistol that fires small grappling hooks on monofilament wire. Once the hook is secured, a touch of a button activates a powerful motorized pulley system that enables the user to make a quick ascent to a rooftop. There are many variations of this gadget used by Batman and the rest of the characters in this series. However, making one of these in real-life is harder than you think.