December 15, 2011
The latest iteration of Daimler’s iconic roadster has been leaked and we’ve gotta admit the styling is going to take some getting used to. The sleek curves have been replaced with boxier, more aggressive lines and a longer overall profile. No word on engine options just yet, so stay tuned…
December 10, 2011
Independent surfboard designer Eric Arakawa reflects on finding the path and passion that unintentionally led him to become a world renowned surfboard craftsman.
In this short form profile, VitaBrevisFilms interviews Eric Arakawa for the third exploration of our PROFESSIONal series. Shot on location on the North Shore of Oahu, Eric gives…
November 23, 2011
Porsche introduces the new drop-top sibling of the 2012 911 Coupe which brings a new roof design that maintains the signature roof line we all know and love. The new roof uses magnesium to keep things light while also providing improved fuel efficiency. Power-wise the cabriolets will share the same…
November 12, 2011
Gucci teamed up with Italian bike manufacturer Bianchi on a special edition bike helmet ($890) every bit as flashy and definitively Gucci as you can imagine. The helmet features a mirrored visor, Gucci stripe detailing, and leather straps. Link…
November 10, 2011
What happens when HBH has its way with an Aston Martin Vanquish? You get the twin-turbocharged 666 hp HBH Bulldog. The 6.0 liter engine delivers 548 lb-ft of torque and will hit a top speed of 186 mph. Test drives are slated to begin in early 2013. Link…
November 8, 2011
In short, Rip Curl took their team of world class surfers, including 2x ASP World
Champ Mick Fanning, along with the guys who created the bullet time effect (as seen
in the Matrix) to Fiji to create a world first in surfing footage.
It was pretty crazy, they ended up using an…
September 14, 2011
The C-X75 hints at an exciting evolution of Jaguar’s design language while paying homage to some of its most admired cars of years gone by. Advanced design features such as a ground-breaking propulsion system and active aerodynamics allow for an elegantly simple fuselage section that remains stable at very high…
September 13, 2011
Land Rover gives us a detailed look at the new DC100 concept, which previews design direction of the long awaited next generation Defender. The company is also revealing a “Sport” model, an open-top variation of the DC100. Link…
September 12, 2011
ITV’s one minute intro to their Rugby World Cup coverage in 2011 – World In Union (excerpt) in Maori and English by Hayley Westenra. Introduction (titles) taken from their first programme of the series, the opening ceremony….
September 9, 2011
2015 is coming a bit early. The Nike MAGs we all lusted for since their first appearance in Back to the Future II are finally making their way to production. 1500 pairs will be auctioned on Ebay with proceeds going to the Michael J. Fox Foundation. The auctions will start…
August 22, 2011
Lexus is debuting the new design direction of their brand with the unveiling of the 2013 GS350. Avialable in 2012 the car will be powered by a 3.5 liter V6 which will produce 306 horsepower, propelling the car from 0-60 in 5.7 seconds. The engine will be matched to a…
August 18, 2011
This October, respected automotive journalist Dan Neil chronicles an incredible era of automobile design and engineering within a museum-worthy tome for luxury publisher, Assouline:
“It is the dream of many to own the world’s most beautifully designed automobiles. In this spectacular, limited-edition volume, each exceptional luxury vehicle featured—from a 1909 Blitzen…
August 3, 2011
If you’re planning to hit the trail on your travels you’re probably going to want to have a pair of Timberland’s Radler Trail Camp shoes ($65) on hand. The lightweight design is not only water repellent and durable, the shoe zips into itself for easy storage or you can attach…
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