Important Innovations Collection

Vector Concept That's Electric, Autonomous & Urban Source:  Jaguar Land Rover' Vector Designed for Urban Mobility & Destination Zero Jaguar Land Rover just unveiled a brand new concept electric vehicle, Project Vector, that CEO Ralf Speth says is "autonomous ready". This EV is designed for private, shared and commercial use in urban areas. It looks more like a shuttle van than a traditional car.  But, it's very important to Jaguar Land Rover.  They are collaborating with what they call "the brightest minds in academia" at the UK's National Automotive Innovation Center at the University of Warwick, supply chains and digital services to create a connected, integrated mobility system to get to "Destination Zero".  That's a destination that has zero accidents, zero emissions and zero congestion. Future of Driving The design of the Vector is a form that's becoming very popular with global automakers...

New Form of Electric Urban Transportation Source:  URBY Electric Longboards - Personal Mobility This new, electric travel technology could radically change your city commute.  URBY is an electric, hands-free skateboard that just debuted.  It's the next generation of smart, powerful electric longboards that are loaded with technology. URBY The all-electric board is 10x36 inches, weighs 25 pounds, reaches maximum speeds of 26 mph and has a 16 mile range.  The board is loaded with load cells that understand the movement of the center of gravity on the board as you coast along.  According to the inventors, the board has a highly "intellectual" electric drive and maintains control through an intuitive interface for moving body weight.  It's lighter and smaller than a bike or scooter and is eco-friendly as it's all-electric. Kickstarter Investment Stage URBY is now available on Kickstarter .  The electric longboard has an easy stop and go mechan...