General Dynamics’ Gulfstream G700 has successfully completed its maiden flight, in which it departed Savannah-Hilton Head International Airport at 1:19 p.m. EST on Feb. 14, 2020 and landed approximately 2-hours, 32-minutes later, running on a blend of sustainable aviation fuel. This luxurious business jet features the longest, widest as well as tallest cabin in the industry, complete with 20 Gulfstream panoramic oval windows and up to five living areas.
Mercedes-Benz Vans has debuted its first pop-up camper for the US Market, and it’s called the Weekender. With seating for five and sleeping for four, this vehicle can be used in various ways, like traveling across the country on extended road trips, taking the family on vacations or spring getaways, quick weekend adventures or just relaxing after work.
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In 2018, there was a record 45-million airline flights booked worldwide, which equates to roughly 4.5-billion travelers. You can only imagine the plastic waste generated, whether it be meal trays, earphones, amenity kits, beverage bottles, etc., and they contribute to the 5.7-million tons of cabin waste produced commercial flights each year. PriestmanGoode, a design studio specializing in travel, has just the solution.
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Elon Musk held a press event yesterday at SpaceX’s South Texas test site to provide an update on Starship. The CEO stood beneath a towering Starship Mk1 prototype currently being used to develop a massive reusable launch system. This new version, along with its Super Heavy booster, is capable of transporting up to 100 people to the moon, Mars, and beyond. The rocket stands 387-feet-tall and is completely reusable, with quick turnaround times.
The Peugeot Boxer 4×4 Concept just might be the most stylish camper van we’ve seen, and it’s not just for looks. It’s designed for all-terrain exploration, complete with a DANGEL all-wheel drive system, off-road tires and higher ground clearance. There’s 10 m² of surface area, which is properly equipped to accommodate up to 3 people comfortably on a long-term basis. Plus, there’s a roof rack that’s perfect for transporting the Peugeot eM02 FS Powertube electric mountain bike and / or a Canadian canoe.