Challenger Vapor 2009 by Galpin Auto Sports
The United States Air Force and Galpin Auto Sports teamed up to build a custom one-of-a-kind 2009 Dodge Challenger dubbed ‘Vapor’. The Challenger is 1 of 2 cars built along with a X-1 Mustang for the 2009 Super Car Tour, a tour that will travel cross country as part of a mobile marketing effort to educate young people on the mechanical and technical career opportunities available within the Air Force.
The Challenger ‘Vapor’ features some pretty kick ass stuff like biometric access (fingerprint) to open the vertical doors, custom stealth body kit utilizing a Classic Design Concepts wide body kit with jet-like enhancements and car fiber trim pieces. Other goodies featured on this one-of-a-kind vehicle include one-off carbon fiber wheels, custom stealth exhaust mode so the vehicle can run silent or run loud , shaker hood, radar-absorbing paint, proximity sensors and a 360-degree camera capable of up to a 1/4 mile range.
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Lotus Electrive Concept by Diseno-art.com
Diseno-art.com designers have designed a sports car aimed towards the Lotus brand – The Lotus Electrive. The sports car is not designed as an everyday office vehicle, but has been tailored to meet the demands of all those who need a much powerful ride on their sunny weekend outings.
2009 Gullwing-America 300 SL Panamericana
Arturo Alonso and his company Gullwing America are working on the ‘rebirth’ of the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing. Known as the 2009 300 SL Panamericana, the model is based on a reproduction made by Gullwing AG – who produces the closest model you can get to the real 300 SL.
Daimler Unveils Mercedes-Benz F-CELL Roadster With Hybrid Drive
Mercedes-Benz has been toying with alternative-energy prototype vehicles for awhile now, the obviously conceptual F-CELL Roadster hearkens back to M-B vehicles of old, though the engine is far from retro.
Controlled with drive-by-wire technology and utilizing a joystick rather than a conventional steering wheel, this whip is (theoretically, at least) powered by a 1.2kW emission-free fuel cell system located at the rear. We’re told that it could reach an enviable top speed of 15.5mph, and the 217 mile operating range definitely has us salivating. Frankly, this one’s all about the design, and we can’t implore you enough to give the read link a visit for lots more high-res action.
ArcheToys designed by Floris Hovers
Floris Hovers presented a range of handmade metal toy vehicles called Arche Toys during Dutch Design Week in Eindhoven last month. Dutch designer Florish Hovers has produced some of the best looking toy cars I have ever seen.
The idea developed from a design commission which Floris has put upon himself in order to find the answer to an important question keeping him occupied: Why do grown-ups still have the desire to play with toys?
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Vandenbrink GTO by Vandenbrink Design
The Vandenbrink GTO has been awarded the GOOD DESIGN AWARD 2008. The award is given by the Chicago Athenaeum Museum of Architecture and Design and is the oldest and most prestigious awards program worldwide, elevating the best and finest new design and design innovation for products.
The Vandenbrink GTO is a limited re-bodied version of the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano. This means an entirely new coachwork, designed by Michiel van den Brink, is fitted on the stripped chassis and drivetrain of a Ferrari 599 GTB production car. The car’s styling is inspired by the 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO as a tribute.
BMW Gina: A New Visionary Concept
GINA, which stands for “Geometry and Functions in N’ Adaptations” is an inspiring new car concept from German manufacturer BMW. Its exterior is entirely made out of textile fabric that’s pulled around a frame of metal and carbon fiber wires. The core of this little beast is controlled by electro-hydraulic devices and can actually move and change its shape beneath the fabric skin. The headlights, for instance, can be exposed or hidden by the car’s skin just like blinking eyes, and the hood opens from the center as the fabric parts to expose the engine.Impressive, huh? But wait until you discover the interior, where BMW designers have made visible only the instruments that are required at a certain time, while the rest of the time the same fabric interior “blinks” them out of view. Don’t get too excited yet as the car is just a concept, meant to display the talent of BMW’s designers and engineers. But if this baby is ever to be produced, I will have to find a quick way to become a millionaire.
Watch a cool video of the GINA after the jump.
Cree SAM by Cree Ltd
The Cree SAM, a product of Swiss company Cree Ltd is an environmentally friendly zero emissions vehicle powered by an electric motor.
CarLoft Designs Apartments with Car Parkings on Balcony
Why park you car in the underground or in a garage when you can park it on the balcony of your high-rise condo? That’s exactly what German company Car Loft thought, as they are building a residential project in Berlin that will allow its residents to park their cars on the balcony of their apartments. I’m not kidding: each resident will be able to use his garden as a car-parking space, which will be called CarLoggia. To access their condo, the lucky owners will use the CarLift, which will bring them and their car right on their floor. The prices of the luxury flats start at 450,600 euros. You better be quick if you want one, because the penthouse, the fifth floor and the ground-floor are already sold.
City Car, a Carbon-Free, Stackable Rental Car by MIT Media Lab
A team called Smart Cities have designed a two-seat electric vehicle which they call the “City Car” that can be “stacked” in convenient locations (say, just outside a subway stop), and then taken on short trips around urban areas. This technology is patented-pending and under design development at the MIT Media Lab.
Bentley Continental GT Speed
One the world’s hottest luxury cars just got a nice top speed surgery. The Bentley Continental GT Speed will be the most powerful car ever produced by the English manufacturer, boasting a 600hp twin-turbo W12 engine. With a 0-60 mph time of 4.3 second and a top speed of 202 mph, you’ll travel from your yacht to your castle in no time. Classy.
Mini XXL Stretch Limo
MINI is taking the craze for personalisation to extreme lengths with the launch of a six metre long MINI Cooper S limo called the MINI XXL. The six wheel, four door, six seater stretch MINI Cooper S features the John Cooper Works Tuning Kit and was built by a specialist coach builder in Los Angeles. Fully loaded with all of the toys you would expect to find in a limousine, the MINI XXL comes equipped with a retractable flat screen TV, a DVD player, CD and radio, air conditioning, sunroof, full black leather and a telephone in the rear so that passengers can communicate with the driver.
Ford Airstream Concept 2007
The Ford Airstream Concept, unveiled on January 7th, is a crossover vehicle that borrows its styling cues from streamlined, aluminum shells of the classic Airstream trailers. It is inspired by the iconic aluminum-skinned trailers of Airstream, a company that has become a symbol of travel on U.S. highways and byways.
The system, called HySeries Driv, is powered by a 336-volt lithium-ion battery pack at all times and has a range of 25 miles on a full electric power. Once the battery pack is depleted by about 40 percent, the hydrogen-powered fuel cell begins generating electricity to recharge the batteries, increasing range another 280 miles, for a total driving range of more than 300 miles.
Recy Mercedes-Benz Concept Car
This recyclable two-seater wood roadster from Mercedes-Benz is the first entry for the 2006 LA Design Challenge. The competition challenges car manufacturers to design an environmental friendly car. This beautiful design is made entirely of wood, alloys and metals which are completely recyclable. I’m glad to see that the auto industry is finally interested in producing stylish eco-friendly cars. Let’s hope that the visions of today will become a reality tomorrow.
Suzuki LC
The LC is a funny recreation of Suzuki’s first cars, which had space for only two people. All the details have been mulled over to give this car a vintage look.This cute little beast is powered by a 660cc, 3 cylinder, DOHC engine, paired to a 4-speed automatic transmission. Too kawaii!
2006 Dodge Challenger Concept
I’ve always been a big fan of muscle cars and when I saw the 2006 Dodge Challenger concept car, my eyes literally popped out of my head. This beast is based on the iconic 1970 model, a car with mega horsepower and pure lines. Rethought, reworked, reproportioned and redesigned, the Challenger concept car offers a HEMI-powered performance coupe derived from one of the most sought after classic American muscle car. I’m sure this car would give General Lee a run for its money!
Roadster Saab
Fathers, this one is not for you but for your 12 month old baby. Playsam, a Scandinavian company that makes luxury toys, has designed the Roadster Saab, a clean and simple vehicle, which is based on the very first Saab. The steering wheel is made of wood and metal, and the body is made of ABS plastic. This car will turn your toddler into a proud driver.
