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New Aluminum-Air Battery Makes Electric Cars Worry-Free

Electric car charging its battery. Photo by Ludovic Hirlimann.

by Cindi Brown

There are plenty of electric cars on the market today, but most of us are still driving the traditional gas-guzzlers. Why? Lack of recharging infastructure and so-called "range-anxiety" are two primary reasons for dismal electric car usage right now, but the future is coming. A new battery for electric cars may solve both problems and usher in a new age of worry-free transportation.

Dump Truck Trikes Are Mini Mighty Motorcycles

by Motors.new

“Cargo Tricycle” might sound like a Tonka toy kids would love to find under the Christmas tree but in many parts of the developing world, fathers are the ones who work these mini mighty motorcycles.

by Invention Ideas

Attention Gearheads, Grease Monkeys and Armchair Designers! It’s once again time for GrabCAD and the 500 Group to team up to find the best car body design for their latest 1000+hp twin turbo roadster, and they’re ready to pay thousands for a car shape that’s going to shred Germany’s Nurburgring!

The Wheel Deal: The Top 8 Oddball Auto Black Friday Sales

by Motors.new

Black Friday isn't all about shopping carts, it's also about shopping cars! Retailers of all stripes are targeting drivers this year and some are being mighty creative in their quest to win over car owners. Umm, please keep in mind the term “door crasher sale” isn't to be taken literally.

Meet Mr. Malibu: Chevrolet Sedan Gets A Comedic Cosmetic Makeover

by Motors.new

Hey, you with the teeth! Check out Mr. Malibu, Chevrolet's cosmetic (or should that be comedic) attempt to make the American automaker's Plain Jane sedan more appealing to Chinese carbuyers. I pity the fool that buys one.

10 Awesome, Odd & Unusual Chinese Cars You Can't Buy Here

by Motors.new

Chinese cars have come a long way and they've made the journey in style! These 10 awesome Chinese cars aren't sold here for reasons that aren't always obvious but the fact they've been sold – or even built – anywhere at all is mind-boggling in itself.

New 2014 MINI Cooper Is Ready For Prime Time Online!

by Motors.new

The new MINI Cooper is poised to steal the spotlight on November 18th, debuting live three times over three days on three continents. The iconic automobile's latest incarnation is scheduled to be revealed via live streaming from London, Los Angeles and Shanghai.

Covini C3A: The World's Only 6-Wheeled Supercar

by Motors.new

In the rarefied world of supercars, one has to go to extremes to stand out. Italian niche automaker Covini Engineering has gone one – actually two – better with the outrageous, astonishing and innovative Covini C3A, the world's only 6-wheeled supercar.

Mercedes SLS AMG GT Final Edition Goes Out With A Bang

by Motors.new

Mercedes-Benz is about to put the brakes on its gorgeous Mercedes SLS AMG GT. With the bodacious Final Edition, MB's ensuring their motorized masterpiece goes out with a bang and not a whimper.

Chinese Snuggies For Scooters Warm Up Winter Electric Bike Commuters

by China.new

Electric bikes and scooters are immensely popular in China but driving one in winter weather leaves many commuters cold in more ways than one. Enter the Scooter Snuggie, an innovative insulated flexible semi-snowsuit that keeps riders from being chilly though it makes them look a little silly.

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