The Segway Ninebot S2 self-balancing scooter may not be as widely known as hoverboards, but it’s still one of the coolest ways to get around in the upcoming year. A Smart Battery Management System (BMS) ensures that its high-capacity 335 Wh battery is always being used efficiently, and it can be fully charged in just 4.5 hours to boot.
It’s official, the first flying electric ferry service in the US has begun operations on Lake Tahoe using the Candela P-12. Local company FlyTahoe will feature a 30-minute cross-lake service that essentially cuts the travel time in half compared to the daily 20,000 car trips along the same route.
The 350W Segway Ninebot F40 electric scooter can be used for joy rides or just getting around the city, and it’s being offered for only $399.99 shipped, originally $599.99. This isn’t some toy either, as it has three preset speed limits: 9.3 mph Eco, 18.6 mph Standard, and 18.6 mph Sport for a more personalized riding experience when the situation arises. Product page.
Dawn’s Mk-II Aurora went supersonic during its latest flight test, and is now the fastest aircraft ever to climb from ground level to 20 km (65,617 ft). The flight, which took place on November 12, 2024, saw Aurora surpassing the speed of sound for the first time, reaching Mach 1.1, and then climbing to a maximum altitude of 82,500 feet.
Otherlab has just unveiled their new solar-electric Lightfoot scooter that was designed to transport cargo using its lockable, weatherproof 1.5 cubic foot storage locker located beneath the solar panels. It’s powered by two 750W brushless DC motors, connected to a 48-volt, 1.1kWh battery, that enable it to hit a top speed of just under 20mph.
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HyperloopTT is for cargo, while EPFL’s LIMITLESS project aims at creating a sustainable and efficient future transportation system based on light infrastructure.
A Millennium Falcon home theater is one thing, Expandable Moving Spaces’ luxury mansion on wheels takes living on the road to a whole new level. It’s based on the company’s Touchdown 53 trailer, and can be catered to your exact needs as well as budget.
For those who can’t afford a $2-billion Migaloo M5, there’s always the option of building your own. A DIY homemade submarine may not have all the bells and whistles of a billion dollar version, but Steve of ‘Planes Boats and Submarines’ on YouTube shows that it can at least be safe.
You’ve seen Lazzarini’s Air Car, now check out the company’s new Hypersport Jet Capsule. This model builds upon its predecessors and is now able to accommodate 10 passengers, along with 1 pilot, complete with a toilette, dining area and even an optional transformable bed.
