Monday, November 28, 2011
Seven stunning Star Wars inspired vehicles
Balasubramanya Subbarao:
In today's world, it is hard to say whether movies inspire concepts or concepts inspire movies. As that debate rages on in the minds of people, when it comes to the Star Wars trilogy of movies, we can be sure that the movies have inspired the designs of many a vehicle. Here we present seven stunning vehicles that have been completely inspired by Star Wars.
1. A Landspeeder inspired by Star Wars which is easily drivable
Star Wars inspired Landspeeder
Using a custom-built aluminum chassis and a fiber glass body, designer Daniel Deutsch has created a landspeeder that seems to have landed straight out of a Star Wars movie. Its powered by an electric drive system and moves at a top speed of about 25 mph. That is great when you use the vehicle only for your shopping needs and neighborhood drives. The body has many intricate details and is sure to grab eyeballs as you drive around.
2. Giant-wheeled EV direct from Star Wars
Star Wars-Inspired EV
The "Electric Diwheel With Active Rotation Damping" or EDWARD for short is a two-wheeler that has derived inspiration from Star Wars. Modeled along the lines of the RocketRoadster and the Wheelsurf monocycles, this electric vehicle was designed by a team of students from the Adelaide University in Australia. Lead-acid batteries power the vehicle to a top speed of 25 mph and last for about an hour. For stability, the vehicle makes use of a slosh-control system. The overall result is a giant, dual-wheeled futuristic vehicle that goes racing down the streets.
3. Star Wars-inspired body vinyl for the Lamborghini Murciélago LP640
Star Wars-inspired Lamborghini Murciélago LP640
Who says beauty is skin deep? It is skin deep and much more too! And that is the message that this Lamborghini Murcielago with a Star Wars themed vinyl skin seems to deliver. The car in itself is from a brand that is well known for its class and speed. The passenger sides have Jedi Order crests while the driver's sides has Galactic Republic crests. Be ready to get the prime parking slots anywhere you go!
4. The ultimate Star Wars- inspired Speeder MoBike
Star Wars inspired Speeder MotorBike
This Speeder motorbike is an exact replica of what you would have seen in the Star Wars movies - the only difference being that since this is a road racer, it has wheels! The wheels are super-broad and lend a mighty balance to the giant bike. The sleek and long-beam lights in the front, the stylish handles and powerful engines are sure to give a breathtaking riding experience.
5. The Honda Chopper Concept translates into a dream, stellar bike
Star Wars-Inspired Honda Chopper
The Honda Chopper has been conceived as an electric vehicle and once it hits the streets, it is sure to transport the rider and onlookers to a futuristic time-zone! The forward suspension is extra long with a seating position that requires the feet to be placed up front. The electric motors make this giant bike almost noiseless. The bike has big wheels that lend extra stability and balance to the Chopper.
6. H-Wing Car Fighter inspired by Star Wars
Shawn Crosby AKA inspired H-Wing Car Fighter
This car is an example of how junk and waste could be put together to give an out-of-the-world look and feel. The R2D2 mounted on the trunk of Honda Civic along with the side accessories is being used to thrill children during charity events and parties. The sides have been mounted with dual cannons, the bumper has proton torpedoes and a computer for targeting has been placed in the dashboard. Though it has taken many years to make, the result is truly awesome!
7. Battle tank straight from a galactic combat zone
Star Wars inspired Tank
And we finally come to a SUV that seems to be an MUV (read as military utility vehicle). The drastic redesign and shape of this modified SUV will naturally grab all the eyeballs on the roads. Though it looks heavy and loaded with weapons, the vehicle moves very fast because it is powered by a 320 HP V8 engine. There are CC TVs within the 'cockpit' of the vehicle that help in the navigation. Only a close observation will reveal the tires that take the place of conveyor belt chains that other tanks possess. But since the car is an SUV at heart, it should have no problems navigating any terrain
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