Iconic Cars Built In Communist Russia

Post-World War II Russia’s struggle to prove the supremacy of their Communist political system went far beyond the boundaries of an ideological fight, and reached astonishing levels. Communist engineers were forced to deliver the absolute best automobiles imaginable, in order to back up Stalin’s vision.
Below are the best 10 cars built by the Russian Communists, in their self-imposed competition with the Western world.

10. GAZ M21

The GAZ M21 was a Soviet automobile produced between 1956 and 1970, developed as an answer to the best-selling American car, the Ford Mainline. The car was fitted with a 2.4 liter, 75 bhp (break horse power) engine, which was capable of delivering a 0-60 mph acceleration of 20.1 seconds, and a top speed of 83 mph.

GAZ’s large size, and tough construction, made it popular in the police and taxi trades. There was even a high performance V8 engine version (named GAZ M 23) produced for the KGB, fitted with an automatic transmission.

Even though this car never reached the fame of the Ford Mainline, it is still considered an iconic vehicle with fans all over the world, including in the USA.

9. Skoda 110 R

This rear-engined Czechoslovakian car was produced between 1970 and 1980, aiming for the more famous Saab Sonett. Although its 1.1 liter engine produced only 52 bhp, Skoda marketed the 110 R as a sports car. To this end, the gear lever was cross-drilled. Whether this was in the interests of weight-saving, or just for looks, was up to the driver to decide.

Due to its unquestionable and perennial good looks, a famous Czech car designer has recently imagined a modern version of the car, which would fit wonderful in any modern garage. But, in an ironic twist of fate, the revival of the 110 R depends on the decision of the “capitalist” Volkswagen Group, which is now the main shareholder of Skoda.

8. LuAZ 969 M

The “Ukrainian Land Rover,” as the 969M has been often called, embodies the quintessence of the Cold War, being a Soviet off-road vehicle designed especially for military purposes. However, due to its off road capabilities, practicality and low cost maintenance, the LuAZ 969M also became a bestseller among farmers, hunters and countryside fans.

The standard engine is a 900 cc water cooled V4, capable of producing 39 bhp and the “astonishing” speed of 53 mph (not very useful when you are trying to flee from the Imperialist Army.)

Despite being a very rare and exotic vehicle, today a used 969 is quite a bargain, as it can be bought for under 2,500 USD over the internet.

7. Wartburg 353

Produced between 1966 and 1988, the Wartburg 353 was an East German medium-sized family car, powered by a very agile (for its time) 1 liter engine capable of delivering 50 bhp, and a top speed of 81 mph.

As soon as it came off the assembly line, the 353 became a remarkable success throughout the Eastern block. The reason was simple: for the same amount of money, it outperformed all the other Soviet vehicles in its class, in every aspect: engine performances, safety, ergonomics, handling, and maintenance costs.

Throughout its 22 years of production, the Wartburg 353 has been sold to over 1 million customers around the world, and a lot of them are still driving them today.

6. GAZ 69

Due to its undisputed qualities in the off-road, as well as its simple and rugged looks, the Jeep Willys qualified as the iconic vehicle of the American Army during the Second World War. After the war, the Soviets could not remain indifferent to this new type of vehicle, so they developed the GAZ 69, which was produced between 1953 and 1975 under different names (GAZ, UAZ and ARO).

Like the LuAZ 969 M, the GAZ 69 was a 4WD vehicle initially created for the Red Army. It had a 2.1 liter engine capable of producing 54 bhp, and a maximum speed of 56 mph with a 11 mpg fuel consumption rate.

Not exactly a high tech piece of machinery, even for those days, but it was a great success nonetheless, being supplied to all Eastern European armies, exported to 56 countries, and also built in North Korea.

5. Trabant 601

This 0.6 liter-engined, low-cost vehicle was produced in East Germany for a period of 27 years (between 1963 and 1990,) with virtually no modification.

The production started when when the Soviet Union realized they had a large amount of cotton and plastic waste that they didn’t know what to do with. So they sent it to their East German comrades, so they could build themselves a car. The Germans combined the cotton/wool waste with recycled plastic and resin, calling their new solid-ish (and extremely flammable) material “Duroplast”. Some say it was the first ever eco-friendly car, being the first to use recycled materials in its construction.

Despite the fact that the Trabant was a common target for malicious jokes of the time like “What does 601 stand for? Space for 6 people, comfort for zero, and one needed to push it,” it remains an iconic Communist car, with millions of fans all over the world.

4. Dacia 1300

The Dacia 1300 was a Romanian car manufactured between 1969 and 2004, acquiring the tooling and basic designs from its Western counterpart – the Renault 12.

The two cars were basically the same, minus the different badges and trim lines, making the Dacia 1300 one of the most modern mainstream automobiles in Europe at the end of the ’70s.

The engine was a classic 4-cylinder 1.3 liter, capable of delivering 54 bhp and a maximum speed of 86 mph.

Although the Dacia 1300 was never a high-comfort or high-performance car, its low fuel consumption and reliability made it a very popular model among the commies.

3. Lada Riva

The Lada Riva is the most prolific Communist car on our list, being assembled in four countries between 1980 and 2012. The Riva was equipped with a variety of petrol engines, from 1.2 (67 bhp)  to 1.7 (84 bhp), which made it a competitive family car for its time. Although the car has been mocked on numerous occasions by the capitalist press, this did not alter its success on Western markets. The Riva sold very well in the UK in places like New Zealand, where it was distributed by the New Zealand Dairy Board, which had previously received it in lieu of cash payments for deliveries of mutton and butter to the Soviet Union.

2. ZIL 114

By the end of the 1960′s, the Communist leaders became really annoyed that their own production limo, the ZIL 111, was becoming outdated, thus forcing them to drive around in US-made limousines. In fact, they were so disturbed by this, that they immediately ordered the production of a Soviet limo. The ZIL 114 was born.

Equipped with a monstrous V8 7-liter engine, capable of delivering 296 bhp, the car was able to reach top speeds of 118 mph, and could go from 0-60 in 12.8 sec. Admittedly, that’s quite the performance for a 7,000-pound car built over 40 years ago.

The ZIL has become such a symbol of Soviet nomenclature that President Vladimir Putin has his own custom-made ZIL to drive around in.

1. Tatra 603

This 1958 Czechoslovakian model was not a very common car in the Eastern block, nor it was a Communist answer to any best-selling Western vehicle. The Tatra 603 was such a rarity on the streets, that ordinary people were considered lucky to even see one.

So why is it number one? Well … just look at it! The 603 looked a lot like a domesticated UFO mixed with a Salvador Dali painting, proving that the Commies were not entirely cold-blooded robots looking for trouble. We must admit that the creator of this car was a pure artist and, try as you might, you will not find a Western car (past or present) that compares to the Tatra in any way.

Besides its looks, the 603 was also a high performance vehicle of the time, being pushed by a V8 2.5 liter engine (99 bhp,) capable of reaching speeds of 106 mph.

Today, this car is a very rare and appreciated vehicle among US car collectors.

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VRE Full Size Stock Car Simulator - Video

We have already seen plenty of impressive simulators over the years but the following definitely is noteworthy. The guys at Virtual Racing Experience have build a full-size stock car simulator, allowing sim racers to experience virtual stock car racing in a very authentic atmosphere.
The simulator is built into an authentic stock car, featuring a triple-screen setup fit into the car along with a button box and authentic steering wheel + seat. The simulator runs ARCA Sim Racing, you can check it out on photos and in a short video below.

More info on VRE can be found on their website.

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Vertu Offers a $9,600 Ti Smartphone

 One of the advantages of Vertu phone next to indestructible (only diamond can scratch screen made ​​of sapphire), is the “concierge” that connects you to a global team that can help you in every part of the world find everything you want. Vertu, the luxury smartphone manufacturer, started selling the first Android phone Vertu Ti, with the price of a whopping $9,600.

For that price you get a smart phone that works on the 1.7 GHz dual-core Snapdragon S4 processor, 1GB of RAM, 64GB of memory for data storage, support for NFC, 8MP rear camera with which you can record 1080p video and 1.3 MP front camera. The screen is too small by today’s standards, and the diagonal is 3.7 inches with a resolution of 480 × 800 pixels. The phone runs on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich

Designer Vertu Hutch Hutchinson says that the main problem was that the old version did not support 4G technology. Until last year the owner of the phone was Finland’s Nokia, which has been using the Symbian operating system. New Vertu, in addition to the standard titanium frames and display of sapphire have the Android operating system. The main reason for this choice is that Android (covering 60 percent of the market) are easier to integrate with other devices. Hutchinson points out that Vertu has no intention to engage in technological innovation, but also to possess the best technology. In addition, the company is not interested in the mass market.

For 10 years the company has sold only 326,000 phones. Small market presence enables high price phones. Each phone “Vertu these” hand-assembled. Name and signature of the person who entered into the phone a laser engraved on a metal rack in which to insert the SIM card. They can be purchased in 500 stores worldwide, of which 70 are company Vertu stores.

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Sony DEV-50V Digital Recording Binoculars

Sony has introduced a pair of binoculars with digital technology that allows you to record everything you see. A new kind of digital device represents an improvement over the old analog binoculars that are slowly dying out.

The new, second-generation of Sony digital binoculars, DEV-50V, allows you to record what you see, while you look through the lenses that allow you to view the object that has 25 times magnification. The new model can help you from seeing your child’s school play, shooting wildlife from a distance or recording these sporting events and actions that take your breath away.

The device is equipped with Sony Bionz image processor that allows you to record in HD MPEG-4 format and 3D HD: AVCHD. In addition, it can capture photos from 20.4-megapixel resolution. Built-in microphone and speaker helps when shooting while all that can be saved on a memory stick or SD memory card.

Since the device is compatible with Sony Bravia technology, you can share videos via HDMI output and display it on your TV. The unit is waterproof and dustproof, so it is ready for use on all terrains. Price unit is the only minus and it is $2,000.

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Strangest Military Tanks Ever Designed - Part 2

5. Tsar Tank (Russia)

The Tsar Tank was Russia’s answer to the problem of how to break through the German frontlines of World War 1. Unfortunately, as you can see, that answer was ridiculous. The Tsar was essentially a larger version of a tricycle, but with a cannon instead of a small child. However, whilst the first two wheels were stable enough to cross even the most treacherous terrain (and even crush a few trees), the little wheel at the back wasn’t so maneuverable. On its first test run, it got stuck in a patch of mud; since nothing could be found strong enough to pull it out, the Russians abandoned it until 1923, when it was dismantled for scrap metal.

4. Christie Amphibious Tank (USA)

Built by inventor J. Walter Christie in 1921, the Christie Amphibious Tank was intended to be used by the Army during beach landings, to both land on-shore and blow any enemy resistance to Hell. It was armed with a 75mm gun; however, the weight of the gun, combined with the weight of the quarter-inch armor that surrounded the sides, meant it came in at over seven tons in total. Shockingly, the military decided to pass on this tank, so Christie came back a few years later with a much lighter version, this time for the US Marines. They too passed on it, namely because somebody realized that it was open-topped, and that the soldiers inside might want a protective roof over their heads.

3. A7V (Germany)

The A7V tank was built and designed during the later stages of World War 1, in response to the tanks that the British were using on the battlefield. However, unlike the British tanks, the A7V was built by a tractor maker, a fact that was glaringly obvious to everyone that rode in it. It was basically a huge steel box fitted onto a tractor chassis. The only good thing about it was that it was well-armed; they had between 7-8 machine guns, with thousands of rounds of ammunition on board. Unfortunately, most never got to the battlefield, either because the crews kept passing out from the heat inside the tank, or because it kept getting stuck in the mud.

2. Antonov A-40 (Russia)

Not satisfied with the tank as a vehicle capable of destroying and driving over everything in its path, the Russians tried to make them even better by teaching them how to fly. Behold the Antonov A-40, basically a tank strapped to a glorified glider. However, in order to reduce the tank’s weight so that it was capable of flight, it had to be stripped of all its ammunition, a big problem when your main purpose is to fire this ammunition into the faces of the Nazis. Luckily, the Antonov never entered combat; the military test-flew it once and, despite its safe landing, they proceeded to forget about the whole thing.

1. Sherman Flail Crab (USA)

The Sherman Flail Crab tank is proof that sometimes the craziest people in the office do the best job. Aside from being a fully-working Sherman tank, its main job was to clear minefields, by beating the daylights out of them with chains. On the front of the tank, its designers mounted a series of drums with chains attached to them, and a motor that would rotate the whole array. Upon reaching the minefield, the motor would be kickstarted, and the chains would spin round and round, harmlessly detonating any mines they came into contact with. All we’re wondering is why they bothered fitting this tank with a gun, when they could have just pointed it at the enemy and terrified them into surrendering.

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10. Armored Quadricycle (Great Britain)

Aside from being the first thing you’d think if you were asked what an armored vehicle designed by the British would look like, this 1899 vehicle is regarded as being one of the first tanks ever created. OK, so the armor only protects the torso of the driver / gunner but, thanks to the 1.5 horsepower engine, it doesn’t matter if their legs get shot off. Also, we can’t imagine this would get very far over hilly terrain, so it was lucky that this was never mass-produced.

9. 1K17 Szhatie (Russia)

Don’t let the massively boring name confuse you: the IK17 Szhatie was a fully-operational, laser-firing tank. Sure, it didn’t fire planet-destroying lasers like those on the Death Star, but they were equally as important. The lasers it fired were designed to permanently disable the targeting systems of enemy missiles, vehicles, or aircraft. In other words, if war had broken out and this thing fired at us, we wouldn’t be able to fire any accurate shots back using any of those machines we just mentioned. However, just in case any enemy forces got close to it, it was also equipped with an anti-aircraft gun on its roof. You can never be too careful.

8. Tortuga Tank (Venezula)

The Tortuga Tank was designed in 1934 and, like the Armored Quadricycle, was armed only with a machine gun. It was intended to scare the neighboring country of Colombia into not invading, but it’s hard to see why this would have worked. For one, “tortuga” is a translation of the word “turtle,” an animal not often associated with violence. Secondly, and we can’t state this enough; they look like armored pieces of poop, which is weird because they were supposed to resemble a British policeman’s helmet, which doesn’t say much for the guy who designed the damn helmet.

7. Krupp Kugelpanzer (Germany)

Also known as the “Ball Tank,” this specimen was captured by the Russians, in 1945 Manchuria. No other examples of this tank are known to have been produced, and next-to-nothing is known about it. The tank was powered by a tiny two-stroke engine, and its weaponry relied on whatever machine gun the driver had on hand at the time. As you tell, there was only room for one person in this so, if you ever get stuck fighting in one, bring some CD’s to keep you company.

6. Bob Semple Tank (New Zealand)

During World War II, New Zealand saw that every other country had some tanks, and decided to make some themselves. However, without the industrial capability to do such a task, they settled on building a shed of corrugated iron on a tractor’s base. Named after their Minister of Works, Bob Semple, each tank was equipped with seven machine guns. However, the cramped conditions inside meant that one crew member had to shoot out of his firing hole whilst laying on a mattress covering the engine. After the tanks were ridiculed for their appearance, they never saw combat, although they did boost public morale all across the country.

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Experience Carhenge

Stonehenge is cool and all but I’m thinking its time we all need to just move on and forget about the stone age. I mean, we weren’t even alive to witness it happen or to report the news on the infamous stone structure in England. Why bother anymore? We need a structure that represents us as we are today.

So, with that being said, ‘Carhenge’ – its basically Stonehenge but in Nebraska. Now I know that sounds terrible on paper but its actually not that bad. Many have traveled here to see the work of art already. Its different and something new for your Instagram account which is lacking just that!

Carhenge is a replica of Stonehenge, only made with automobiles instead of stones. Built using 38 former rides, its circle measures 96 feet in diameter, and the cars are placed to assume the same proportions as Stonehenge.

It’s open 24/7, and while you might see one at the original, we’re guessing Nebraska’s druid population is pretty small. – Gallivant

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XM8

Versatility and accuracy are a must-have in urban combat, as well as being able to pick off targets at a range safe for you. The XM8 was designed to take the spot of the M16 along with a few others. Unfortunately, the XM8‘s production was canceled in 2005 due to a few serious problems like over-heating and military contract issues. The futuristic looking HK XM8 has the range and the accuracy to keep enemies off of you, while looking cool doing it. With a 30 round mag and the ability to add a grenade launcher, it keeps you busy- and the ability to hit all switches from either side makes it ambidextrous. I am hoping to see more of this rifle, or variants of it. Or I guess you could always find it in Call of Duty: Black Ops II.

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Calico M960

As strange as it may look, this sci-fi looking sub machine gun, the Calico M960, might just be beastly in the best ways. With its over-barrel reloading mechanism and its under-barrel shell dispersal system, it reminds me of the P90, but it differs in a way that I’ve never seen. The SMG’s clip rotates in a circular motion, almost like a cork screw in a bottle, and its quick load magazine filler is VERY COOL. It’s got about a range of 990ft, and a great rate of fire at about 750 rounds per minute. With a 100-round helical mag and its weight being centered above the handle, its center of gravity increases accuracy, ensuring that you will hit your target! So load up and head out because you’re about to kick some serious ass

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FN P90

Next in this already beautiful line up is the FN P90. It is sleek, sexy, and all around a well-rounded gun. Rounds enter the chamber from the top using gravity to avoid chamber block, and shells are dispersed from the bottom, making it easy to avoid hot metal and shells popping in front of your face. This makes the gun, as well as the shooter, super-efficient. The P90 kicks out about 900 rounds per minute, an amazing firing rate, and has a range of about 660ft. This gun is pretty sweet.

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The VSK 94

with its big, beautiful, over-sized silenced barrel and its precision, it makes my top list easily. Light weight and 700 rounds per minute with a 20 round mag and almost 1400ft in range, I’d say this gun could take down zombies, humans, and animals, all the while being super quiet. This gun is budget friendly and is just all around sexy. The VSK-94 Is evolved from the 9A-91 carbine assault rifle. A few changes were made, such as a light weight stock and a cylindrical silencer assembly. Yeah, it’s pretty sexy and efficient, just saying

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The MPS AA-12 shotgun

or as my gun friends call it, THE REAPER- slap a 32 round drum mag on it and run through a building blowing holes through anything in your way or just mount it on your wall and drool at how sexy it is. With a range of 328ft and 300 rounds per minute, the reaper makes you think twice about making the wielder angry- believe me, you won’t like them when they are angry. It’s designed to handle in various different climates, as well as upside down. This gun was made to reduce recoil and put people down; its firing pin is attached to the bolt, extending the firing pin, allowing ignition prior to the bolt closing. Well-made, extremely beautiful, and rather beast-like; this gun makes the list easily.

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The Enfield L86 LSW LMG

The Enfield L86 LSW LMG, born in the United Kingdom and man, did they make a sexy gun. This bad boy is gas operated with standard select fire, and weighs in at only 14 lbs. The Enfield has a range of 3,300ft and 775 rounds per minute- you can easily rip someone in half or put a smile on their face depending on what side of the barrel they are on. The L86 is a great fire support weapon. It’s an upgrade from the L85 rifle, equipped with a longer, heavier barrel to increase muzzle velocity, which increases range and accuracy. One thing I love is the rear grip- it keeps a good balance on holding the gun, especially during longer periods of fire to hold the enemies back, or just to make them scream for mommy!!!! OH it’s so SEXY!!! I’d love to have one of these for a zombie apocalypse!!!

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The Nexersys Boxing System

Train with pleasure with the newNexersys Boxing System. It is a great alternative to a personal trainer when it comes to both boxing and MMA training. System comes in 3 main models, Home Model, Pro Model and Commercial Model with range of price from$3,000 and $7,000.

The Nexersys Home is ideally suited for family fitness, including young adults and beginners, but is also suitable for avid exercisers. No matter your fitness level, Nexersys helps you fight for the body you want.

The Nexersys Pro is a major upgrade for the more serious athlete, including a more rugged design as well as touch-screen interaction and other features suitable for professional training. The NXS-P still has multi-user features and is the equipment of choice for the elite athlete.

The Nexersys Commercial is specially designed for the commercial gym, with heavier frame and walk-up software features such as Try Me and Quick Start.Nexersys has combined MMA/Boxing-inspired High Intensity Interval Training (‘HIIT’) with intelligent, interactive programming into one revolutionary piece of fitness equipment.

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Airstream’s Land Yacht Ready for Production

Airstream Trailer Company was founded in 1936 and went on to become one of America’s most successful travel-trailer companies. Last year their came out with “insane” concept – Land Yacht travel trailer which now become reality. Designed in partnership with Mauro Micheli, the long-time designer for Riva Yachts, this new 28-foot travel trailer retains Airstream’s signature “silver bullet” exterior, but with all luxury and modern interior amenities.

This amazing vehicle is spacious enough to accommodate up to five people and features a bedroom in the front, a bathroom amidships and a rear social space, which includes a galley that can be hidden when not in use. Its powered bed lift reveals access to hidden storage. Other interesting details include a boat-deck-style wood flooring along with a smattering of Italian fabrics and Corian counter surfaces, all illuminated by subtle LED elements. Also, the unit features three power awnings, with remote control.

“Every Airstream looks basically the same from the outside,” said Bob Wheeler, the marque’s president and CEO. “We’re not your grandfather’s Airstream from the ’50s.” According to Wheeler, there are already orders on the books for exports as far away as China. “We believe the Land Yacht provides the brand with a chance to reach beyond the traditional RV channels, and attract a buyer that may have other uses in mind, like a studio, office, or lounge,” he said.

Land Yacht production will start in July and pricing starts at $140,000.

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Luvaglio Made A Million Dollar Laptop

The most expensive car, the most expensive apartment, most expensive mobile phone, and now we have definitely the most expensive laptop. Its developed by the British company Luvagio, and believe it or not, it costs a million dollars whole. This extraordinary device also includes a 17-inch screen, 128GB Solid State Drive, Blu-ray drive. In it are built-in USB and MP3 player. Most of the energy and money is spent on details that make it so incredibly expensive. In the power switch, for example, they built a very rare diamond. This laptop can not buy any lucky with a million dollars in pocket.

To buy it, you must be invited by company director Rohan Sinclair. Will this move fail to attract many interested buyers is hard to say. It is clear that this is a computer of medium quality and better performance can be found in many cheaper laptops, but will you find in them, the diamond instead of the ignition, I don’t think so.

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Meridian 3D Surround Technology in New Range Rover Sport

 

The new Sport edition of the Range Rover SUV now gets a choice of three audio systems including the 3D surround system. Meridian and Land Rover joined strenght to develope world’s first 3D in-car surround system. Land Rover is set new standard for the in-car audio industry and provide best performance to their customers.
The top of the range is the Meridian Signature Reference System, a 1700-Watts, 24-channel stereo/surround system driving 29 loudspeakers mounted around the vehicle cabin. They also include roof mounted and personal seat-back centre loudspeakers. The system incorporates Meridian Trifield 3D technology to deliver a unique, personal and incredibly realistic experience adding a three-dimensional sense of space.

In addition to the Meridian Signature Reference System, customers can choose between the Meridian Sound System and Meridian Surround Sound System. First boasts 380-Watts, 12-channel stereophonic system featuring 13 loudspeakers including a dual-channel subwoofer, while second has 825-Watts, 16-channel stereo/surround system driving 19 loudspeakers mounted around the vehicle cabin, including tweeter/midrange drive units in the front centre and rear surround parcel shelf locations.
New Range Rover has been developed to offer the ultimate in luxury for its occupants, combining the latest premium features and technologies with immaculate craftsmanship and materials. With Meridian audio systems Range Rover now has the little that he lacked.

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Vintage Cykno Electric Bicycle

Although it seems that was brought from the early 20 century, this bike is more than a simple and old model. A new Italian-made eBike, from Cykno Electric Bicycle was presented at the Milan design week.
Cykno is an exclusive and precious solution for an evolved and conscious clients who are aware of sustainable mobility issues. The bike is the result of an idea of Bruno Greppi, a great engineer and innovator in the motorbike field, in collaboration with the Luca Scopel a designer who is specialized in the development of concept and luxury products.

Hills, wind and rough terrain is no problem for the Cykno, because it has internal battery and motor system which provide smooth, pleasurable ride. Frame is made of carbon fiber and fine leather while seat design, headlight and radial spoke wheels are made like in old time.
Cykno can recharge in 4 hours on a standard plug, and has a 250 watt or 500 watt battery who is provides 60km (36 miles) of pedal-assist cruising on a single charge.

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