Tiny ebike motor disappears into frame but still kicks out bulk power

ZF is best known as an automotive technology and supply company, boasting a history of developing both everyday components and cutting-edge innovations like magnet-free motors and regenerative brake boosting. The company also has a micro-mobility divis… Continue reading Tiny ebike motor disappears into frame but still kicks out bulk power

Striking panoramic Kube teardrop bushwhack-camps the American outback

When Kimberley Kampers first presented its ultramodern all-terrain-ready Kube camper trailer, it didn’t mention whether its newest model would make it over to the United States. And while the company’s US arm didn’t have one to show at this year’s Over… Continue reading Striking panoramic Kube teardrop bushwhack-camps the American outback

Go-anywhere modular camp grill cooks via campfire, charcoal or propane

Given the general lack of extra space in a gear-stocked vehicle aimed at base camp, we’ve become a big fan of modular, multifunctional cooking equipment. California company Grill Game takes the concept to new ends with its G1. We’re not even sure wheth… Continue reading Go-anywhere modular camp grill cooks via campfire, charcoal or propane

Featherlight Toyota-top camper streamlines overland RV adventure

Setting out to build the “ultimate ultralight” 4×4 camper for all seasons and all terrains, Canada’s Tufport has outdone itself with a sleek, wood-free composite camper that ranks among the lightest available. The rugged new Overlander fits the full sp… Continue reading Featherlight Toyota-top camper streamlines overland RV adventure

All-new Volkswagen California camper van launches for $67,300

Volkswagen introduced the all-new T7 Multivan California camper back in May but held off on revealing prices until the van was ready for launch. The automaker opened up preorders this month, providing pricing information for each of the five individual… Continue reading All-new Volkswagen California camper van launches for $67,300

Pop-up camper cube might be the smartest family RV money can buy

Unlike other recent California RV startups, Exodus doesn’t tout Silicon Valley credentials, pitch “maybe-in-three-years” capabilities like self-driving, or present a design that looks straight out of an alien-colonized future. Instead, it harnesses tod… Continue reading Pop-up camper cube might be the smartest family RV money can buy

Collapsible camping torch replaces campfire with blazing open inferno

Tripod torches have become fairly common among battery-powered camping lights, but a new US startup has a more literal (and somewhate terrifying) interpretation in mind. Its Tripod Torch is an actual freestanding flame-spewer that delivers an open flam… Continue reading Collapsible camping torch replaces campfire with blazing open inferno

Photos: Mercedes’ new Marco Polo camper van glamps the highlands

Volkswagen kicked off the warmer months by premiering an impressive all-new California camper van, but Mercedes-Benz won’t be overlooked this (Northern Hemisphere) summer. It’s refreshed its own midsize van camper, the Marco Polo, with an emphasis on m… Continue reading Photos: Mercedes’ new Marco Polo camper van glamps the highlands

Electrified carbon fiber adds battery power with zero weight

Building on the trailblazing carbon-fiber-as-a-battery work started at Sweden’s Chalmers University of Technology, deep-tech startup Sinonus is working to commercialize a groundbreaking new breed of multifunctional carbon fiber. In its vision, the wond… Continue reading Electrified carbon fiber adds battery power with zero weight

Micro-collapsible bike helmet packs flat, inflates in 30 seconds

Using a series of inflatable ribs, the all-new Ventete aH-1 bicycle helmet folds like an accordion when deflated to carry as easily as a laptop. When it’s time to saddle up, it inflates back into helmet form via an electric pocket pump in a matter of s… Continue reading Micro-collapsible bike helmet packs flat, inflates in 30 seconds