DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Edward Kane, Journalist

DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF 

By Journalists Edward Kane & Maryanne Kane 


ELECTRIC SURFBOARD LETS PEOPLE SOAR OVER CALM WATERS


                        





                                        Source:  Lift Foil

  • Puerto Rico-based Lift Foil's Lift3F electric surfboard doesn't need big waves but can give big thrills to seasoned surfers.  Here's what we know:
  • Battery powered motor
  • Carbon fiber hydrofoil attached to the bottom
  • Stays in the water
  • Powered by lithium-ion battery pack that can run 100 minutes
  • Has brushless motor that can do speeds up to 30 mph
  • Controlled via bluetooth hand controller
  • Two sizes:  4'9" and 5'4"
  • Pricing starts at $9,995.

KIA EV 8 - A LOOK AT THE FUTURE OF DRIVING




  • The upcoming Kia EV8 is the most powerful, high-performance Kia ever.  Here's what we know:
  • Powerful, all-electric sedan
  • Due to go into production in 2026
  • Very sleek aerodynamic design
  • Fastback styling with the rear glass extended to the trunk
  • Aesthetic lighting gives the vehicle a wider look
  • New electric vehicle architecture called eM
  • 118.3 kWh battery offers nearly 500 miles range on a charge
  • 612 hp
  • All-wheel-drive
  • Experts expect this new EV to redefine performance standards in the EV segment.

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