A Look At The BMW X7 New Design By BMW

Based on the Concept X7 presented at the 2017 Frankfurt Show, the X7 maintains the overall design, with imposing dimensions – at 5,151 mm in length, 2,000 mm in width and 1,805 mm tall, and with a wheelbase of 3,105 mm.

The front end is imposing, with a vertical layout and a very a large grille and contributes to the car’s presence.

Viewed from the side,m the X7  its large windows, high ground clearance and long roofline. Horizontal lines, slim LED lights and the two-section split tailgate emphasize the contemporary styling of the rear end.

The X7 comes as standard with 20-inch light-alloy wheels, while 21- and 22-inch variants can be selected from the options list.

The interior features three rows of seats and is focused on comfort and versatility. The two passengers in the third row settle into full-size seats complete with armrests, cupholders and USB ports.

The middle row can be composed of two individual comfort seats as an option. All seats are adjusted electrically. The trunk capacity can be increased from 326 to a maximum of 2,120 liters, as required.

Among the interior features are a three-section panoramic glass roof, and ambient lighting including the Welcome Light Carpet, Dynamic Interior Light, and the Panorama glass roof Sky Lounge.

The line-up of engines available at launch comprises a 340 kW/462 hp petrol V8 in the BMW X7 xDrive50i (not available in Europe), a six-cylinder in-line petrol unit with an output of 250 kW/340 hp for the BMW X7 xDrive40i and a pair of six-cylinder in-line diesels with outputs of 195 kW/265 hp in the BMW X7 xDrive30d and 294 kW/400 hp in the BMW X7 M50d. All the engines are coupled to an eight-speed Steptronic transmission.

The X7 will be built at BMW Plant Spartanburg in the US, and its market launch has already begun.

Lexus Has Teamed Up to Develop Lexus LY 650 Luxury Yacht

Lexus has pursued relentlessly in crafting amazing automobiles, this time, Lexus LY 650 Yacht is another proof that this company can do an amazing job both inside and outside the automotive industry. This project was driven by Lexus International President, Yoshihiro Sawa, he has a vision that Lexus is a brand that explores new ways to deliver amazing experiences to its customers. Lexus has partnered with world’s finest purveyors of experience to further enhance the phrase of “Experience Amazing”.

Carrying Lexus design language, LY 650 luxury yacht picks up Lexus Sport Yacht concept left off. It presents you with a dream-like vision of luxury lifestyle, giving you luxurious mobility to the ocean.

Partnering with Marquis-Larson, Lexus managed to bring the second chapter of Lexus yacht design to fruition. It’s a statement of sophisticated craftsmanship, modern technology, and inspired design. Lexus LY 650 yacht complements Lexus brand’s heritage while Marquis’ demonstrating their masterful boat builders.

Measuring 64 feet in overall length with a 19-foot beam, LY 650 features curved deck that accents and accentuated aft hips. When you view it from the profile, you can witness the elegant rise and fall of the yacht’s distinctly Lexus roofline that flows into rising, broad hips of the rear section.

Lexus LY 650 luxury yacht is expected to be finished somewhere half of 2019 and will make its global debut late in that year.

Land Rover Utaric Autonomous Delivery Van With Companion Drone

It’s undeniable that autonomous transportation system is a real vision, all automotive manufacturers take this seriously as the future generation of vehicles. Today, the technology of autonomous systems is not just a fantasy, work on implementing such a system is a very advanced stage.

Land Rover Utaric is a concept of an autonomous delivery van. Inspired by Land Rover’s design DNA, this project takes growing interest around autonomous technology into a highly functional vehicle. This design proposal wants to use Utaric to transport goods, it features many advantages, one of them is the spacious cabin since there’s no need for a driver’s cockpit. As an autonomous vehicle, Utaric can operate without interruption, it won’t show any sign of fatigue and distraction, improving the safety of the other road users.

Designed by Kamil Podolak, Land Rover Utaric Autonomous Vehicle is designed to be able to communicate with each other. It means that a delivery service company can organize a fleet of autonomous vehicles easily, each unit is equipped with a supervising drone, it can setup optimal routes and help to communicate with the vehicle when there’s no access to the satellite network. Utaric can operate independently as part of the whole complex system.

Utaric is equipped with multiple sensors, cameras, and radar where they are responsible for navigation and communication between the central system and the drone. Even though it’s an autonomous vehicle, it is still possible to remotely control Utaric in a special situation when human intervention is required. Those large wheels increase clearance, allowing for efficient movement beyond asphalt roads.

Suspension and transmission elements are hidden in superstructures that become an integral part of the vehicle, thus creating a relationship between the elements of the body and wheel design. The design style of Utaric clearly represents its intended use, it also contains elements typical for current Land Rover design solutions, rectangular positional marker lights, and an extended line of rear lights, it is a continuation of the style given by the latest model of the British producer Range Rover Velar. Also, the brand’s philosophy, which is clearly associated with off-road or open-road vehicles, is an important element of stylistic identification.

The batteries are placed at the ceiling, they function not only as the power source for the drive, they also responsible as induction charging for the drone, which landing site is located on the roof of Utaric.

 

This Passenger Drone Features High-Performance Electric Motor for Eco-Friendly Long Commutes

Astro presents its fully functional autonomous aerial vehicle, Astro ELROY. It’s a passenger drone that features a sleek and simple design with a high-performance electric motor to provide you with an eco-friendly solution to long commutes. It’s an ideal vehicle for the modern age.

We are living in a connected world, simple and seamless designs have become key in universal communication and efficient product use. Astro believes that drones would become our future transportation, therefore, the design should be user-friendly and 100% foolproof.

Ideally operated in densely populated urban environments, Astro ELROY has been designed with gearboxes, water-cooling systems, aerodynamic steering flaps, and fiber optic technology. This system allows for fast and efficient data communication between various mechanical components, and thanks to custom-designed Touch Flight Control, the user will be up in the air in just minutes of entering this drone. It operates quietly and completely emission-free, its full carbon body and sleek design allow for a slim profile and lightweight body.

ELROY drone features in-house adaptive flight control algorithm, it allows for stable and smooth flight in most weather conditions. Equipped with 16 individual rotors, this drone is unexpectedly quiet, that compact body design also fits in most garage spaces.

Torrot: A Vehicle Made for Lagos Traffic

Imagine a city like Lagos where traffic is a norm there, its only in Lagos you can spend 12 hours in a traffic and more. Torrot may be the answer after all, not only is it classy, but also unique in the sense that it has some safety elements for the driver and his passenger

Small and busy streets wouldn’t stop you from cruising around the city with Torrot Velocípedo. It’s a conceptual all-electric three-wheeled vehicle that features agility just like a motorcycle yet with a safety like a car. Designed as an interconnected vehicle, Velocípedo aims to revolutionize personal urban mobility as we know it today. Featuring two front wheels and upper dome, this unit is designed with comfort and safety in mind, you can drive around the city with agility while emitting zero contaminated emissions. It’s an ideal alternative to combustion vehicles.

There are a three-point belt system and seats with full back support, making rider safe and comfortable when riding Torrot Velocípedo. The lightweight construction makes it ideal for both women and men, it’s practical and easy to use, while the user interface systems make it as one of the most technologically advanced vehicles in its category.

Mercedes Unveils A-class and it redefines modern luxury with a futuristic interior

To many in Nigeria, Mercedes Benz is a household name that needs no introduction, the brand is as old as Nigeria itself. The car brand released its latest model the A-Class and its youthful, silk and a car to die for. The Mercedes-Benz ‘A-class’ is as youthful and dynamic as ever, but grown-up and comfortable like never before. Tt redefines modern luxury in the compact car segment, with a futuristic interior design. In certain driving situations, it is able to drive semi-autonomously for the first time.

The exterior of the Mercedes ‘A-class’ stands for sportiness, dynamism and emotion. The progressive front design with a low bonnet, flat LED headlamps with chrome elements and torch-like daytime driving lamps ensures an emotionally appealing and alluring appearance. the striking radiator grille with star, whose silhouette opens out towards the base as a reinterpretation of its predecessor, features pins in a diamond look and a central silver louvre to underline the sportiness of the model.

Mercedes has taken a completely new approach, revolutionizing the compact class from the inside with a new feeling of spaciousness. The unique interior architecture is shaped in particular by the avant-garde design of the dashboard. As a result, the ring-shaped main body of the dashboard extends from one front door to the other with no visual discontinuity. the widescreen display is completely free-standing. the air vents in a sporty turbine-look are a visual highlight.

Boy constructs bike, grinding machine with local materials (Photos)

Greatness of a truth abound in this country, all we have to do is think deep within us. A young boy named Oloche from Otada, Otukpo local Government of Benue state, Nigeria has constructed miniature bikes, and grinding Engines. Whats your take on his designs?