Lovable Toyota micro-camper envisages amazing future for tiny van life

Is there any vehicle more adorable than a sub-4-m (13.1-ft) Japanese micro-camper van? Maybe a next-gen micro-camper built into an ultra-versatile van platform that also works as a commercial goods-hauler, micro shuttle and mobile pop-up shop? And sinc… Continue reading Lovable Toyota micro-camper envisages amazing future for tiny van life

1,000-hp Lotus concept is a sculptural mass of carbon and laser light

Lotus has a lot to say about its breathtaking new Theory 1 concept car. It “embodies the future of intelligent performance vehicles,” and its design encapsulates “three core principles – Digital, Natural, and Analogue (DNA).”Continue ReadingCategory: A… Continue reading 1,000-hp Lotus concept is a sculptural mass of carbon and laser light

Ariel leaves Polaris choking on its dust with bio-fiber e-buggy

The new Ariel E-Nomad concept may not look quite as downright menacing and imposing as a Polaris RZR Pro R (or, for that matter, Ariel’s own ICE Nomad), but it definitely throws down the gauntlet. With nearly 500 Nm (369 lb-ft) of insta-torque from its… Continue reading Ariel leaves Polaris choking on its dust with bio-fiber e-buggy

Hyundai’s wild sci-fi sports car slated for production

Ever since Hyundai’s zero-emissions N Vision 74 concept car first appeared on the scene a few years ago, car lovers have been desperate to see the thing move from prototype to product. Their wait may soon be over.Continue ReadingCategory: Automotive, T… Continue reading Hyundai’s wild sci-fi sports car slated for production

Single-seater electric micro-car takes aim at big city congestion

The design collaboration that brought us the Revolve wheelchair in 2021 has now turned its attention to the problem of inner-city mobility. Noting that many SUV-sized vehicles around town only have a single occupant, the team has designed a compact EV … Continue reading Single-seater electric micro-car takes aim at big city congestion

New Volkswagen California camper will put an end to a VW van life era

The Volkswagen California 6.1 was never the best-looking California in history, dragged down by its oversized double-stacked grille, but it did usher in its fair share of new innovations to the iconic nameplate. Now, Volkswagen is preparing it for reti… Continue reading New Volkswagen California camper will put an end to a VW van life era

Honda CES EV concepts go full Lambo wedge and panorama-van

Honda has never been what we’d consider a pioneer in the electric vehicle space, but when it does go electric, it goes big. That was previously evidenced by the gorgeously retro Honda e, and it’s now being further evidenced by two very different concep… Continue reading Honda CES EV concepts go full Lambo wedge and panorama-van

Mitsubishi’s tiny D:X PHEV adventure van future-proofs Delica splendor

Mitsubishi has presented the all-new D:X Concept as a first look at what the legendary little Delica, prized the world over as an adventure van canvas, could evolve into. Following in the footsteps of the Delica D:5, the tiny electrified 4×4 van concep… Continue reading Mitsubishi’s tiny D:X PHEV adventure van future-proofs Delica splendor

Mazda’s gorgeous Iconic SP rotary-EV sports concept transcends time

Major Japanese automakers and brands will definitely try, but we’re not sure anyone will be able to surpass the level of neck-snapping attention-grabbing sure to go on at Mazda’s 2023 Japan Mobility Show booth, especially not if we’re talking positive … Continue reading Mazda’s gorgeous Iconic SP rotary-EV sports concept transcends time

Smart Ford electric camper van looks into digital nomadism’s future

After 75 years of building a business around caravans and larger motorhomes, UK shop Bailey of Bristol is turning its attention to camper vans. And rather than simply introducing a carbon copy of what’s already out there, the company aspires to innovat… Continue reading Smart Ford electric camper van looks into digital nomadism’s future