#vehicle design

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A one-off motorcycle built around a Ferrari F355 V8 has sold for more than $500,000.
The HF355 uses a custom structural layout to accommodate the 3.5-liter engine.
Its sale underscores rising value for singular, high-craft mechanical builds.

DT Editorial Team·May 9, 2026·via newatlas.com

Ford confirmed to The Drive that the image was its canceled three-row electric SUV.
The company said the vehicle was canceled in August 2024 and is now a research vehicle.
The prototype emphasized aerodynamics, rapid charging, and large-family interior space.
Ford is now focusing on a planned $30,000 small electric pickup and a broader affordable EV platform.

DT Editorial Team·Apr 19, 2026·via thedrive.com

A fully depleted Cadillac Lyriq traction battery left electronic door locks unresponsive, trapping an infant inside
Unlike ICE vehicles with independent 12V auxiliary batteries, some EVs can lose all electrical systems simultaneously when the main battery dies
Emergency responders needed tools to gain access since no electrical override or mechanical backup was functional
Industry standards for EV safety systems do not yet comprehensively address complete traction battery depletion scenarios

DT Editorial Team·Mar 22, 2026·via jalopnik.com