In 2011, researchers at Queen Mary University in London made headlines when they discovered that car interiors carry more bacteria than public toilets. Apparently Toto Ltd., a Japanese toilet company, took that as a challenge – because it invented a toilet-seat motorcycle. … [Read more...] about Introducing Japan’s Toilet Seat Motorcycle
Concepts & Designs
Mercedes-Benz’s Foray into Office Furniture
Repurposing car interiors for home decor is not new. While auto trimmers have been doing it for years, new companies – like David Clark Designs – have recently taken the practice upscale. Now Mercedes-Benz is getting in on the action. … [Read more...] about Mercedes-Benz’s Foray into Office Furniture
BMW M6 “Moonlight Black” Soft Top
When it comes to convertible tops, the automotive industry never runs short of ideas. In the last year alone, we've seen everything from racing-stripe canvas to telescopic multi-panel roofs. Now BMW is making headlines with its shimmering "moonlight black" ragtop. … [Read more...] about BMW M6 “Moonlight Black” Soft Top
Kristin Cline’s All-Women Mustang Build
The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) has partnered with Ford to assemble an all-women build team tasked with transforming a stock 2013 Mustang GT into a one-off show car. The build will be based on Ford designer Jennifer Seely’s “High Gear” concept – which is said to be inspired by luxury items like jewelry, couture clothing and high-end architecture. We … [Read more...] about Kristin Cline’s All-Women Mustang Build
Lamborghini Debuts Carbon-Fiber Fabric
We’ve all used vinyl with simulated carbon-fiber patterns on the face, but Lamborghini recently developed and patented the real thing. CarbonSkin, a new carbon-composite material that’s both lightweight and pliable, debuts for the first time in the Aventador J roadster. … [Read more...] about Lamborghini Debuts Carbon-Fiber Fabric
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