Autonomous container ship completes 790-km trip from crowded Tokyo Bay

Several groups in Japan have been demonstrating fully autonomous ships in the last few months, and the latest, a 95-m container ship, has just completed a 790-km autonomous voyage starting and ending in the heavily congested waters of Tokyo Bay.

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$6,500 Squad solar-electric microcar makes its official entrance

When Squad Mobility announced plans for a solar-electric city car in 2019, it had only renderings and promises. This week, it revealed the completed Squad, an evolved microcar that still maintains its simple, highly affordable solarized design.

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Aluminum-bodied FMC Storm brings jet-like aeros to the motorcycle world

Draped in liquid-smooth aluminum bodywork, this visually stunning custom motorcycle features a number of air scoops that wouldn't look out of place on a fighter jet, as well as a nearly fully-enclosed front wheel and some absurdly low-mount clip-ons.

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Loki goes huge and weird with triple-axle adventure camper bus

Loki blazes a new trail with its latest camper, taking a high-priced, 45-foot motor coach and outfitting it into something of an adventure hostel on wheels. The Coach XL motorhome supports eight in searching out new experiences around the globe.

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Foldylock Forever lays claim to “world’s strongest folding lock” title

Back in 2014, Seatylock turned a few heads with a folding bike lock that was built into the underside of a saddle. The company's new Foldylock Forever is not seat-integrated, but it is claimed to be the strongest folding lock in the world.

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Limited Pioneer Series Microlino launches ahead of full production

Following the announcement that its new production line in Turin, Italy, is now operational, Micro Mobility Systems AG has launched a limited "Pioneer" edition of its cute little Isetta for the modern electric age, the Microlino city microcar.

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Colossal 115-ft party sub offers an underwater venue for 120 guests

If you've ever gone out on a booze cruise and thought "gee, I wish there was less fresh air," this one's for you! Dutch submarine company U-Boat Worx has announced an enormous new underwater venue for up to 120 guests plus a full crew and staff.

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NASA acoustic testing puts real numbers on Joby’s eVTOL noise signature

eVTOL makers say these electric air taxis will be so much quieter than helicopters that they'll be able to put hundreds of them in the air without annoying city residents. Well, let's see – Joby Aviation and NASA have released acoustic test figures.

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Specialized’s workhorse ebikes incentivize bike rides over car rides

One of the world's largest bicycle brands ups its ebike game with a dedicated brand encouraging commuters to ditch the car and get on an electric bike. Specialized's Globe brand will carry the torch of getting more butts into ebike saddles.

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