Ancuta Iosub
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Personal motto:
“When one door closes, another one opens, but we so often look so long and so regretfully upon the closed door, that we do not see the ones which open for us.” - Alexander Graham Bell
Nowadays, her favorite things to write about are unusual car designs and out-of-this-world concepts that show designers can still push the boundaries.
Meet Qiantu K20, a Compact Two-Seat Sportscar Coming from China
7 Jun 2022, 14:57 UTC · By: Ancuta Iosub / We haden’t heard from Qiantu Motors in a while, but it seems the Chinese automaker has been silent but not dormant, as it has now unveiled a new two-seat electric sportscar, dubbed Qiantu K20. The production version of the Qiantu K20 is a...
Huge Hyundai Merchant Ship Sails Across the Pacific Ocean Autonomously
7 Jun 2022, 09:46 UTC · By: Ancuta Iosub / An important marine milestone has been achieved by HD Hyundai’s subsidiary Avikus, as the company has announced its Prism Courage tanker successfully completed the world's first transoceanic passage of over 10,000 km (6,210 miles) using ...
It’s Time You Wore Bugatti Clothes for Supercar Driving Sessions
6 Jun 2022, 20:44 UTC · By: Ancuta Iosub / The experience of driving a supercar isn’t just about how the car feels and sounds; it’s also about the looks. And I’m not talking just about the car design here, but also about the driver’s appearance. It seems that drivers...
Couple Turn Retro Schoolie Into Cozy Home for Full-Time Living on the Road
6 Jun 2022, 12:36 UTC · By: Ancuta Iosub / Living a minimalist life on the road is an enticing experience for many, especially young, carefree people who find committing to paying a monthly rent too boring or confining. That was the case with this Los Angeles couple who were paying more tha...
2023 Acura Integra Launch Campaign Has Vince Staples Behind the Wheel of Restyled Car
6 Jun 2022, 08:28 UTC · By: Ancuta Iosub / Artists can arguably be the best marketers around, putting under the limelight even the most unusual products, and considering hip-hop is the most popular music genre there is, it’s no surprise Acura enlisted a hip-hop artist to promote its n...
Axon Plans to Build Taser-Equipped Drone to Address Mass Shootings
5 Jun 2022, 09:31 UTC · By: Ancuta Iosub / In light of the recent mass shootings in the US, defense tech company Axon announced on June 2 plans to develop a new drone equipped with a Taser. The manufacturer of surveillance equipment and the world-famous Taser says the new device could be...
Escape Traveler XL Is a Handsome, Versatile Tiny House That Will Tickle Your Fancy
4 Jun 2022, 06:38 UTC · By: Ancuta Iosub / With only a limited amount of space to work with, tiny houses have begun to look somewhat similar, so striking the right balance between craftsmanship and affordability is one key element for builders to consider when putting a new model on the mar...
1955 Sans Souci Motor Yacht Is a Piece of Seafaring History
3 Jun 2022, 18:46 UTC · By: Ancuta Iosub / Buying a yacht is the ultimate luxury experience, and most men of means of today look for the new-era vessels with cutting-edge technology when deciding to embark on a yacht purchasing journey. However, there are some who are fascinated by things t...
Future of Ford Focus Plant in Germany Is Uncertain
3 Jun 2022, 13:33 UTC · By: Ancuta Iosub / Uncertain times are coming for Ford’s Focus compact car plant in Saarlouis, Germany, as the company has announced plans to significantly reduce production at this specific factory after August 29. The news comes after Ford announced big ch...
Mercedes-Benz EQB's Starting Price in the US Announced
2 Jun 2022, 22:17 UTC · By: Ancuta Iosub / The all-new electric crossover EQB from Mercedes-Benz is slated to go on sale in the United States in the summer of 2022, and the German luxury automotive brand has now announced pricing and packaging for the region. The EQB, which has been dubb...
Pingora Tiny House on Wheels Makes Small Feel Big, Perfect for Nature Lovers
2 Jun 2022, 17:31 UTC · By: Ancuta Iosub / For minimalist people, going tiny doesn’t mean renouncing comfort or style but growing, raising their standards of living, and reconnecting with themselves. Design experts have come up with plenty of strategies to make small living comfortabl...
Google Co-Founder Building Longest Aircraft in the World, Will Serve Humanitarian Missions
2 Jun 2022, 12:58 UTC · By: Ancuta Iosub / Google co-founder Sergey Brin’s airship company Lighter Than Air Research (LTA) has been secretly brewing something big for some years. The secret project was unveiled in October last year as a massive disaster relief airship, which now seems...
Oceanco Infinity Is the Largest Yacht Ever Built in the Netherlands
1 Jun 2022, 16:40 UTC · By: Ancuta Iosub / Dutch superyacht builder Oceanco has recently announced the addition of a new model to their yard, called Infinity, which marks an important milestone for the company since it is their largest motoryacht to date. Actually, the 384-foot (117-mete...
Bremont Isle of Man TT 2022 Limited Edition Is the Perfect Watch for Tourist Trophy Fans
1 Jun 2022, 06:44 UTC · By: Ancuta Iosub / Bremont watches seem to be a natural fit for motorsport fans, especially since the British luxury watchmaker has been named the Official Watch and Timing Partner of The Isle of Man TT “Tourist Trophy” in England, the world’s most ...
Venice Boat Show Serves as Debut Stage for Two New Sanlorenzo Yachts
1 Jun 2022, 01:29 UTC · By: Ancuta Iosub / It’s the first time Sanlorenzo participates in the Venice Boat Show, and the Italian builder didn't show up empty-handed at the international trade fair dedicated to boating. It came to unveil several new models, including two innov...
Blue Shelby Cobra 289 FIA Continuation Is an Enticing Unicorn Looking for New Rider
31 May 2022, 17:39 UTC · By: Ancuta Iosub / Shelby American celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Ford Racing 289-powered Cobras in 2014 with a limited edition FIA Continuation model. Only 50 units of the 289 FIA Cobras were ever built, one of which can be yours since one is listed up for a...
Toyota and Stellantis to Complete LCV Lineup with New Large-Size Commercial Van
31 May 2022, 15:55 UTC · By: Ancuta Iosub / As part of their existing partnership focused on light commercial vehicles, Stellantis and Toyota Motor Europe have revealed a fresh agreement to build a new large-size commercial van (LCV) for the European market, which will also have a fully elec...
Sierra Rose Yacht That Starred in “Modern Family” Is Up for Auction
31 May 2022, 12:11 UTC · By: Ancuta Iosub / A tri-level yacht docked in Lake Tahoe has been seized by the US Marshals Service and is now hitting the auction block. This is the same cruiser fans of television sitcom “Modern Family” have seen in one of the series’ episodes. ...
Baby Blue De Tomaso P72 Prototype Could Win the Crown in Beauty Pageants
30 May 2022, 15:49 UTC · By: Ancuta Iosub / The P72 sports car is De Tomaso Automobili’s flagship vehicle and a highly exclusive car that has only made a few appearances so far, so anxious fans of the Italian brand are savouring every new opportunity to check it out. A gorgeous P72 ...
German Startup Vaeridion to Build Electric Microliner for Regional Flights
30 May 2022, 12:25 UTC · By: Ancuta Iosub / Munich-based startup Vaeridion unveiled plans to build small electric aircraft that will operate regional flights within Germany and will be able to carry two pilots and nine passengers over a distance of up to 500 kilometers (310 miles). The st...