This fancy Mercedes-Benz was made of bricks

ART Work - Creativity has the power to transform lives, making every individual more purposeful and significant. It doesn’t always require extraordinary skills or resources; even with modest abilities, creativity can lead to remarkable achievements. For many, it can be a way to earn a living, while for others, it serves as a source of fulfillment and innovation.

Day Yun, a Chinese artist, creates a Mercedes-Benz SLK replica out of bricks. (Picture from: Autoevolution)

One such example is Day Yun, an artist hailing from Xi'an, in northern China. His ingenuity was spotlighted when he successfully crafted a replica of a Mercedes-Benz SLK using unconventional materials, a feat that garnered widespread attention. As reported by Autoevolution on March 3, 2015, Day Yun used materials such as red bricks and cement to bring his creation to life. Notably, he didn’t stop there; the replica was reinforced with steel, adding structural integrity and a realistic feel to the sculpture. The end result was a life-sized reproduction of the luxury car that left many in awe.

The process wasn’t a solitary endeavor. Day Yun acknowledged that several craftsmen assisted him in the realization of this ambitious project. According to the artist, the most challenging aspect of the work was shaping the bricks and cement to mirror the intricate details of the car’s interior. Elements like the steering wheel, gear shift, and other internal features had to be meticulously sculpted, requiring precision and a keen eye for detail.

The fancy Mercedes-Benz SLK replica is now showcased at the Red Town Creative Park in Shanghai. (Picture from: My_View_Of_Things)

Despite the complexities, Day Yun's patience and dedication paid off. His replica of the Mercedes-Benz SLK is now proudly displayed at the Red Town Creative Park in Shanghai, China. The sculpture has become a popular attraction, drawing visitors from all around to admire the extraordinary fusion of creativity and craftsmanship. Its presence in the park has captivated countless onlookers, many of whom are impressed by the unconventional use of materials to recreate a symbol of modern luxury.

While the artwork stands as a testament to his skill, Day Yun has remained discreet about the financial costs involved in the project. He has shared that the expenses were not exorbitant, but has chosen to keep the exact amount undisclosed.

This story of Day Yun and his unique creation serves as a reminder that creativity, when combined with determination and collaboration, can lead to extraordinary outcomes. What started as an imaginative vision became a tangible piece of art, proving that with the right mindset, even the simplest materials can be transformed into something remarkable. *** [EKA [10032015] | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | AUTOEVOLUTION | MY_VIEW_OF_THING ]

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The speed of this bike was creepy!

A motorcycle that is called 'The Castrol Rocket Triumph Motorcycle' is deliberately designed specifically to be the fastest bike in the world. If you do not believe, just look at the video where the motorcycle is capable of driving up to speeds of up to 643 km/h.

The Castrol Rocket Triumph Motorcycle. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1A92gnI)

The motorcycle designers are the experts in the field, namely Matt Markstaller is an aerodynamic engineer, Bob Carpenter known as the engine builder, and Jason DiSalvo, is the record holder of the Daytona 200 and Bonneville.

Which makes this bike's top speed can reach that number is 1,000 hp powered engine, such as a jet fighter. The project was tested at the Bonneville Salt Lake, United States. This rocket motorcycle's goal is an eventual 400-mph-plus record-breaking run.

The Triumph Rocket Motorcycle Castrol is deliberately designed resembles a bullet. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1ANCpWC)

The current American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) and Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM) motorcycle land speed record is 376.156 mph, set in 2010, by Rocky Robinson with the Ack Attack streamliner.

Rear view of The Castrol Rocket Triumph Motorcycle. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1A92gnI)

Uniquely, the shape of motorcycle resembles a bullet made of carbon fiber material. Thus, the bike's has a weight more lighter and stronger. The machine using 2 Triumph Rocket III engines that can produce power up to 1,000 hp at 9,000 rpm with a torque of 500 ft.lbs.

This rocket motorcycle using methanol fuel. To be more stable its suspension was custom made by Hot Rod Conspiracy, while its monocoque chasis made of carbon kevlar material, then two special tires of Goodyear Land Speed ​​Special attached on it. Hence, the results can be maximized. (See another jet powered bike).

Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of the two-wheeled monster and stay alive with true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins and so does the cops...... *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CASTROL | BIKERNETBLOG]

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Lexus hatchback concept looks extreme

After briefly showing the leaks of its highlight lights in the darkness, now finally Lexus revealed the newest concept, the LF-SA. This concept will premiered at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show, starting March 3 to 15, 2015. With the sub-compact size such as smoothes the difference lines from the compact coupe, crossover, and hatchback into one.

Teaser image of Lexus LF-SA that emerged sometime ago. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1FMcezd)

From its appearance, the concept is touted as a challenger to the Mini, Audi A1, or Smart ForFour and looks pretty extreme. Not only on the slim body that always attaching to the previous Lexus models, the concept is actually looks more complicated.

The figure of the concept Lexus LF-SA finally revealed a few moments before the event of 2015 Geneva Motor Show opened. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1N750vd)

Indentations in various parts, ranging from the hood, A, B, and C pillars, shows a pile of body lines. Grille design is appropriate to red lines 'spindle grille' which also carried by another Lexus models. The difference is, a snake scales grille which centered on the Lexus emblem in the middle. Not to forget the typical LED, emanating from both sides of the bumper.

Interior and dashboard view of Lexus LF-SA Concept. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1N750vd)

Lexus illustrates this concept as, "The spirit of the new design trends and exploration into unexpected territory for Lexus. Additions are understood to be anything fancy, focus on vehicles designed for the future and has been increasingly influenced by technology and virtual security."

The body design of Lexus LF-SA Concept looks much more extreme than the previous Lexus models. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1N750vd)

If this variant be produced, this Lexus subcompact has a similar design to the first generation of Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1997-2004) and second (2004-2012). *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CARSCOOP]

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The newest Piaggio's Café Racer

Piaggio, an Italian motorcycle manufacturer are based in Pontedera, which usually makes scooters, but this time they produced a café racer model under their famous brand of 'MotoGuzzi' and given a name 'Verde Legnano Special Edition 2015'.

1971 Moto-Guzzi V7 Sport Telaio Rosso. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1BqLZQF)

This vehicle is presented as the appreciation for a figure of very rare motorcycles, ie 1971 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport Telaio Rosso. Designed by Lino Tonti, the 1971 V7 Sport was intended to be the first five-speed production motorcycle that weighed 200 kg (440 lbs) and could reach a speed of 120 mph.

2015 Moto-Guzzi Verde Legnano Special Edition. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1BqLZQF)

Tonti created a special frame design to house the 748cc V-Twin, and Moto Guzzi highlighted it with a initial run of 150 units with a red frame (telaio rosso, in Italian). As quoted from Motorcycle.com, the Verde Legnano made by bringing the café racer classic design as the original model that was popular in the 1970s.

Left side view of 2015 Moto-Guzzi Verde Legnano Special Edition. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1BqLZQF)

By using striking green chrome colors that adorn the fuel tank. While the chassis was given a red paint and the rear section uses a black color. Motorcycle that rely on a V-engine with a capacity of 700 cc, it is no wonder if the weight of this bike to reach 200 kg and uses a five-speed manual transmission system.

Rear side view of 2015 Moto-Guzzi Verde Legnano Special Edition. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1BqLZQF)

This bike is scheduled to go on sale in the North America market later this month (March 2015) at a price of US. $10.999 or approximately Rp. 142 million. Hurried up!!  If you want to have it.

Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of the two-wheeled monster and stay alive with true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins and so does the cops..... *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | MOTORCYCLE.COM]

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Evora, a sign of the Lotus new life

Although still regarded as a compact sports car manufacturer was being idle, Lotus trying to show their existence. This time, the British car brand which is now controlled by Malaysia's Proton-launched Lotus Evora 400, with a fresh look as reported by Carscoop on February 18, 2015.

New Lotus Evora 400 has fresh looks, more power and less weight. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1AbwQRv)

Lotus calling it a new variant, Evora 400 as claimed has got a new twist in the V6 turbo middle engine that has a 3.5-liter of capacity with a power of 400 hp and torque of 410 Nm. When compared to the previous model, the Evora S, the engine power is increased up to 45 hp and 10 Nm of torque.

With more power, acceleration from 0-100 kph also claimed 0.3 seconds faster than the Evora S which takes 4.2 seconds. The maximum speed reached 300 kph and when tested in Hethel circuit in Norfolk, UK, with a time of faster 6 seconds per lap than the previous model.

The interior also gets a new refreshment with red dominance. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1AbwQRv)

According to Lotus, "More than two-thirds of the Lotus Evora 400 is the new stuff." In addition to a focus on improving the performance of the machine, do not miss the Lotus also provide an aesthetic touch to the exterior. Display of Evora 400 looks more sporty with corners sharper body. This compact sports car also claimed has a weight that was more lighter 22 kg than the previous model.

The Evora 400 is the fastest road-going Lotus have ever produced. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1AbwQRv)

"Lotus Evora 400 will be the fastest model ever produced, has the ability that can only be offset by a much more expensive cars. Also looks more sporty combined with the ability supercar," said boss of Lotus Cars, Jean-Marc Gales.

Lotus Evora 400 plans to start producing for the European market, this summer. Delivery prime units are planned to begin in August 2015, followed by North America in 2016. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CARSCOOP]

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Here's the Robear at your service

Forget the creepy android face as much depicted in science fiction, because the robots in the future can actually have a cute face, like a polar bear robot named 'Robear' that can lift and lay the elderly to bed.

Robear has a cute face with big round eyes, but in fact the robot is designed with enough force to lift a patient from a wheelchair to a bed or bathroom, said Japan's Riken Institute, on Tuesday, February 24, 2015.

Robbear, strength of a robot, face of a bear. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1Bf1jPi)

"The polar bears look are expected to emit atmospheric strength, friendliness and cleanliness at the same time," said Toshiharu Mukai, the research leader told AFP. "We chose this design from among the choices given by the designers. We hope to commercialize this robot in the near future," he said.

High-performance robot to perform the heavy lifting while contact soft with people. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1ESqma0)

Low birth rates and rising life expectancy in Japan made a number of elderly population increases while the number of young people shrink. Reluctance to accept large-scale immigration makes Japan should increase its reliance on robots, especially for jobs that require physical skill. It needs combined with a love of Japan on things cute, so they invented a machine with a funny face with a sound like children.

"Because Japan is aging with fewer children, elderly caregiver shortage problem is getting serious," Riken said in the statement. "There is great hope that the robot can overcome this problem," it said further. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | SPACEDAILY]

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