by Meehna Goldsmith A provocatively sleek new watch, Maximilian Büsser’s titanium and sapphire Horological Machine No4 Thunderbolt is a raw tribute to aviation with time-keeping as a “fringe benefit.” Mounted to the strap with screws designed specifically for the watch, two pods resembling jet engines keep track of the power reserve (up to 72 hours on a full wind) and the time. Receiving rave reviews …
Now you can fulfill all of your George Jetson dreams with Terrafugia Transition's aircraft/car combo, which completed its first successful flight this month. The carbon-fiber framed vehicle transforms between plane and automobile in an impressive 30 seconds and features wings that fold in electronically, allowing you to keep this "roadable aircraft" in the confines of your garage. While the Terrafugia Transition is still a prototype, …
From the gas-guzzling to the eco-chic, the following are Cool Hunting's favorite alternatives to transporting yourself and your precious belongings—whether for a jaunt around town, cross-country or overseas. Aptera Developed over the past five years, the Aptera, a three-seat automobile that gets 230 miles per gallon, is finally available to reserve. Three-wheeled and pod-like, the Jetson-like automobile is what I thought cars would look like …
