Like it's riding on air...

Ok, it looks like the bastard child of a LeCar and a mini-van, but it runs on compressed air (which means 0 emissions). Top speed of about 70mph and will travel about 125 miles on a single tankful. They are also working on a hybrid that would be able to go from LA to NYC on a single charge. psssst.

Here is a video about the Air Car.

CarTorrent: Connecting drivers in a peer-to-peer network

Researchers from the University of California Los Angeles are working on a wireless communication network that will allow cars to talk to each other, simultaneously downloading information in the shape of road safety warnings, entertainment content and navigational tools.

(Via The Guardian.)

The Toy in the Plastic Bubble

The CarCapsule is a clear vinyl bubble that seals your car, truck, boat or motorcycle away from the elements and keeps it looking fresh and new. Dust, dirt, moisture and insects are locked out, but a built-in fan circulates filtered air within the bubble to eliminate that musty, damp smell that can ruin your stored car. The super-tough vinyl bubble is made from an anti-static, 10 mil PVC. The durable zipper is 100% nylon, so it won’t scratch your vehicle.

The CarCapsule is impervious to oil, gas and antifreeze and is mildew resistant and flame retardant. Available in seven sizes to fit most any car, truck, boat or motorcycle. (Prices range from $269 for the 8ft bubble, to $419 for the 22ft monster bubble.

Now if you could just add snow inside, that would be a great way to give someone a Ferrari for Christmas next year, but if you insist on giving me one without the snow... I promise not to complain!