Automotive

The World’s First 3D-Printed Motorcycle Defeats the Whole Purpose of 3D Printing

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Airbus Group subsidiary APWorks, has taken the wraps off its latest development, a 3D-printed electric motorbike which uses Schalmalloy, a custom aluminium alloy that is resistant to corrosion and nearly as strong as titanium. Dubbed the “Light Rider,” the motorcycle weighs just 35 kg – 30% lighter than most e-motorcycle, and it is powered by a 6 KW electric engine that allows it accelerate from 0 to 45km/h in three seconds. The battery is exchangeable and offers 60 km over the course of one charge.

By utilizing a “selective 3D laser printing system,” APWorks was able to mold melted minuscule aluminum alloy particles together to in turn create the web-like frame. The company is marketing the Light Rider as the world’s first 3D-printed motorcycle, and just 50 units will be produced. Pre-orders are available now, for a whopping €50,000 EUR each, which in reality doesn’t make any sense, because 3D printers are supposed to make production cost cheaper than the traditional. Anyhow, you can place your pre-order here with a €2,000 EUR deposit.

Rough Crafts Yamaha MT-07 “Onyx Blade”

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Taipei custom motorcycle shop Rought Crafts introduces its take on the Yamaha MT-07, built to order for a resident of Taipei who wants an agile and fast machine to tackle the heavy traffic in the Taiwanese capital. Most of the bodywork have been replaced with more angular matte-black aluminum pieces. In addition this, the front … Read more

The SPOFEC Rolls-Royce Wraith “Overdose” is Berserk

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Rolls-Royce tuner SPOFEC, unveils its latest rendition of the Wraith. Dubbed “Overdose,” it’s apparent that the mean looking car is not for the regular Rolls-Royce customer. The vehicle makes a bold statement with a wider back than the regular, thanks to the prominent wheel arches made from carbon fiber, which features a set of massive … Read more

Tesla’s New Cars Are Built to Withstand Military-Grade Bio-Attacks

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Electric auto manufacturer Tesla has revealed that its new cars will be able to withstand a military-grade bio-attack, with the ability to purify fatally polluted air within two minutes. The “Bioweapon Defense Mode” will be built into the air filtration systems of its Model S and X vehicles, and filter out bacteria, allergens, and viruses. To prove that … Read more

Tupac Shakur’s 1996 Monster Hummer H1 Up for Auction

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Tupac Shakur’s 1996 American Motors Hummer H1 is currently up for auction. It’s been almost two decades since the passing of the legendary rapper, and RR Auctions is putting the monster truck in the market. The four-door pickup configuration used to be in Tupac’s possession and is one of the last cars he bought before he … Read more

Infiniti QX Sport Concept

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Infiniti QX Sport Concept

Infiniti has just presented its new QX Sport concept at the Beijing Motor Show. The QX Sport concept explores the car manufacturer’s design vision for the future of its premium mid-sized SUVs. Inside the powerful and stylish looking car, is a spacious interior with predominantly black and white colored upholstery. A panoramic glass roof aims … Read more

Death Machines of London Moto Guzzi Airtail

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Death Machines of London Moto Guzzi Airtail

Death Machines of London, founded by English designer James Hilton of AKQA, has unveiled its debut project: the Moto Guzzi Airtail, based on the 1981 Le Mans Mark 2. The entire motorcycle, engine and gearbox was completely disassembled and vapor blasted in preparation for a “forensic inspection” of all original parts. The original instrumentation has been … Read more

Tesla Model S Gets a Facelift

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Tesla Model S Gets a Facelift

Tesla took the wraps off its newly updated Model S, some hours back. The new design update sees the Model S grill completely removed and replaced by a new front-end that was first seen on the Model X. The second highlight of the update, is the car’s standard charger, which has been upgraded from 40 amps to 48 amps, ensuring faster charging than … Read more

The 2017 Bentley Continental GT Speed is the Fastest Till Date

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The 2017 Bentley Continental GT Speed

Bentley has unveiled its latest edition of the Continental GT Speed. Featuring a bevy of upgrades over its predecessor, the new model boasts a twin-turbocharged 6.0-litre W12 engine, which cranks out 633 horsepower, up from 626 horsepower in the previous model, and an extra 15 pound-feet, making a total of 620 pound-feet of torque. Coupled with optimized boost control, Bentley says the new Continental GT … Read more