Can A 3D Printer Print Better Filament For Itself?

3D printed parts are generally no way near the strength of an equivalent injection moulded part and techniques such as a sustained heat treatment, though effective usually distort the part beyond use.

[CNC Kitchen] was investigating the results of a recent paper, that described a novel ABS filament reinforced by …read more

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Toyota launches new Corolla Cross crossover in Thailand, heading global

Toyota Motor Thailand has unveiled a new crossover-SUV, the Corolla Cross. The new vehicle fits in the Corolla lineup as a hatchback-style crossover option that capitalizes on Corolla branding in many markets.Continue ReadingCategory: Automotive, Trans… Continue reading Toyota launches new Corolla Cross crossover in Thailand, heading global

Lamborghini lifts the lid on a supercapacitor-enhanced Sian Roadster

Lamborghini is a funny sort of supercar manufacturer. It’s not heavily into racing – certainly not compared to Ferrari. It hasn’t been all that interested in the top speed battles we’ve seen Koenigsegg, Bugatti, Hennessey and McLaren get involved with…. Continue reading Lamborghini lifts the lid on a supercapacitor-enhanced Sian Roadster

Electric VN5 adds an air of elegance to the light commercial van

The London Electrical Vehicle Company’s (LEVC’s) taxi cabs have been doing their part to reduce emissions in the English capital since hitting the road back in 2018, and now the firm is tackling another source of tailpipe pollution by entering the mark… Continue reading Electric VN5 adds an air of elegance to the light commercial van

Lamborghini Sián shrink-rayed down to Lego Technic size

Lego cars have moved light years ahead of the barely rollable box-mobiles we used to cobble together as kids – those misfits with a plank for a seat, only one tire and a steering wheel borrowed from the naval ship kit. Nowadays we’re talking 1:1 drivab… Continue reading Lamborghini Sián shrink-rayed down to Lego Technic size

Venice hybrid water taxi melds modern technology with classic design

Looking for a cleaner, more sustainable path forward, Venice nautical design firm Nuvolari Lenard launches the Thunder water taxi. The 14-seater stays true to the classic wood style of Venice’s luxury water limousines while incorporating a new diesel-e… Continue reading Venice hybrid water taxi melds modern technology with classic design

McLaren validates the Speedtail hypercar’s 250-mph VMAX, repeatedly

McLaren has spilled the beans on the hybrid powertrain at the heart of its outrageous Speedtail three-seat hypercar. It’ll get the job done with a 4-liter twin turbo combustion engine and a Formula E-derived electric motor combining for 1,055 horsepowe… Continue reading McLaren validates the Speedtail hypercar’s 250-mph VMAX, repeatedly

Toyota turns the Yaris into a mini-SUV crossover hybrid with AWD

The world, it seems, needs more compact crossovers. Toyota has deemed it so, and taken its hugely popular Yaris out bush to learn to look after itself. Jacked-up, lengthened and fitted with an AWD hybrid powertrain, it’ll make its debut in 2021.Continu… Continue reading Toyota turns the Yaris into a mini-SUV crossover hybrid with AWD