Otilia Drăgan
3,812 ARTICLES
A master’s in International Relations, as well as working in online media for more than five years, have given her a deeper perspective on how people everywhere can inspire each other.
Homes on wheels, aircraft or boats, these fresh, sometimes quirky, ideas from all over the world are worth sharing.
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Now Even More Powerful, Boasts New Drive Tech and Design
2 Sep 2021, 04:49 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is set to innovate the large van segment once again – starting from this month onward, the popular van is available with a whole range of technical upgrades that make driving more comfortable and safer on any t...
2022 Manitou Encore Boasts the Power of a Performance Pontoon, for Less Than $50K
2 Sep 2021, 03:33 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / There’s nothing like a day out on the lake, with your family and friends. Whether you want to get your adrenaline pumping with some watersports fun or just chill and listen to your favorite music, a pontoon boat is a great choice. BRP is ...
New All-Electric School Bus Boasts Impressive Range, It’s Called “The Beast”
1 Sep 2021, 10:50 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / There’s a new Beast in town, but it’s not what you think – actually, nothing could be friendlier than this electric school bus that keeps the kids safe and the environment free of CO2 emissions. While Tesla and other EV brands...
Mercedes-AMG Drops Stunning Campaign for the E Performance Hybrid, Featuring will.i.am
1 Sep 2021, 09:24 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / You’ve probably heard the Black Eyed Peas’ new hit song everywhere, since their successful comeback. But soon enough, you’ll hear and watch the unmistakable will.i.am perform a different kind of hit. As the new Mercedes-AMG brand ...
Travis Pastrana Just Can’t Stop Winning, Secures 2021 National Rally Championship
1 Sep 2021, 07:54 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / After setting a new record time at the famous Mount Washington Hillclimb last month, Subaru Motorsports USA driver Travis Pastrana scored another win, at Minnesota’s Ojibwe Forests Rally, despite the challenging weather conditions during the ...
Bugatti Fine-Tunes the $9.5 Million Centodieci Through Extreme Wind Tunnel Testing
1 Sep 2021, 06:12 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / As they’re getting ready to be delivered starting next year, the Bugatti Centodieci hyper sports cars are being submitted to aerodynamic testing in a state-of-the-art wind tunnel. All ten of them – that’s the entire number of unit...
Hailie Deegan Has Some Off-Road Fun After Scoring Her First NASCAR Top-10 Finish
1 Sep 2021, 04:52 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / 20-year old Hailie Deegan never seems to run out of energy. Despite the pressure of competing in her first full season in the NASCAR Truck Series, she still finds time to enjoy other activities, so she seems to be always on the move. Of course, her...
Rolls-Royce 87,000 HP Gearbox Sets New World Record, Could Power an Entire City
1 Sep 2021, 03:11 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / One of the most important engine manufacturers in the world, with a significant legacy in the aerospace industry, Rolls-Royce breaks the norm again, with a new world aerospace record. Rolls-Royce has been developing its highly-advanced UltraFan ...
$12.4 Million Asteria Yacht With Jacuzzi, BBQ and Cabana Is Outrageously Lavish
31 Aug 2021, 11:36 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Statistics show that Americans have an insatiable appetite for luxury yachts, since they own almost a quarter of the global fleet. As this year is heading towards its last months, the upcoming 2022 models are already flaunting their coveted silhoue...
Russia’s Toughest Military Aircraft Dominate the Sky, Show Off Combat Skills
31 Aug 2021, 09:43 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Russia has some of the most interesting military aircraft in the world, and knows how to show them off. In times of peace, friendly international competitions, such as Aviadarts, are a great way of bringing the elite of international military aviat...
Mitsubishi Fuso’s Rosa Bus Boasts New Safety Features and Fleet Management Tech
31 Aug 2021, 08:01 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Buses are probably some of the least exciting vehicles, yet some of the most important, if we think about their role in communities. Public transportation is responsible not only for a significant percentage of the global CO2 emissions but, most im...
Skoda Rolls Out 100,000th EV, Determined to Become a Top Five European Car Brand
31 Aug 2021, 06:32 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Skoda’s recent announcement about reaching a milestone in electrification, with its 100,000th electrified vehicle having been rolled off the production line in Mlada Boleslav, is more than just a production accomplishment. You may be surprise...
D-Wave Jumps From the Top of a Luxurious Yacht, During Fabulous Family Vacation
31 Aug 2021, 05:19 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Those who are living vicariously through celebrities are in for a treat if they happen to be following Dwyane Wade or his wife, Gabrielle Union. The former basketball star and the actress are giving everyone a “tutorial” on what to do w...
Disruptive 507-HP Electric SSV With Incredible Performance Emerges From Colorado
31 Aug 2021, 04:02 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / With so many electric cars, trucks, and other vehicles making their way on the market, it was about time that the EV trend hit the recreational segment as well. A Colorado-based startup that is making its first steps in the industry is promising to...
U.S. Navy’s Upgraded Undersea Training Ranges Are Key for Anti-Submarine Warfare
30 Aug 2021, 13:31 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Next-generation military vehicles and equipment require equally advanced training platforms and systems, not to mention the fact that virtual reality training is becoming increasingly important for the military. An important step in this direction ...
Honda’s 2022 Africa Twin and Africa Twin Adventure Sport Exude Power, Stay Striking
30 Aug 2021, 10:51 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / When a motorcycle model stays popular over the decades, it’s not a good idea to mess with it too much. Honda knows what makes the Africa Twin and Africa Twin Adventure Sports such crowd-pleasers, so it makes sure to only introduce enough upgr...
Innovative Hydrogen Hub in California Turns Waste Into “Greener Than Green” Fuel
30 Aug 2021, 07:43 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / You can’t talk about the future of the automotive industry without mentioning hydrogen. Although controversial, one thing is certain about it – green is better. And, if it can also help get rid of urban waste, all the better. Two compan...
Dominate the Road Behind the Wheel of This 55 MPH Alvis Sultan Military Vehicle
30 Aug 2021, 06:04 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / It’s crazy how easy it is these days to own and operate a former military vehicle, to the enjoyment of some and “terror” of others. An interesting symbol of the times of peace we are still enjoying, an armored vehicle can actually...
Bronson 50 Gives You the Thrills of a Powerboat, Boasts Stunning Premium Features
30 Aug 2021, 04:18 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / If thrills and relaxation at sea are equally important for you, a top-of-the-line powerboat would be a great option. With a clever, luxurious design that’s comparable to that of a yacht and a 40-knot (46 mph) top speed, the Dutch Bronson 50 g...
$1.3 Million Vintage Aircraft A-4C Skyhawk Can Make You Feel Like a Navy Pilot
30 Aug 2021, 02:08 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / If you thought that vintage military aircraft, also known as warbirds, could only be admired at airshows or museums, you’ll be happy to know that you could become the proud owner of one of these aircraft yourself. And it wouldn’t be jus...