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Honda has just announced that it will be launching its hydrogen-powered FCX in 2008 — as a 2009 model. What sets the FCX apart from the others is that it comes equipped with a V Flow1 fuel cell platform consisting of a compact, high-efficiency fuel cell stack arranged in an innovative center-tunnel layout.

They’re also toying with a home hydrogen energy generation station that runs off natural gas..the fact that the new CXF “Concept” has a 270-mile range and can hit 100 mph

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We understand, it’s practically impossible to either bike everywhere you need to go or have your General Motors’ Flex-Fit rack ready to rock when you’re far from home, but the suitcase bike can seemingly tackle both of those issues with ease. Amazingly, the oft talked about, but hardly taken seriously Suitcase Bike has apparently been green-lit for production, and could be available to suckers interested consumers “later this year.” While it shouldn’t be too hard to guess, we’ll do the honors anyway: the presumably hefty suitcase can morph into an unsightly form of transportation with just a few clips, folds, and snaps, and while public humiliation isn’t necessarily included in the price, we can’t help but imagine that it’ll be bundled in whether you like it or not. Still, having a pair of wheels on your person at all times could certainly come in handy. It’s asking price $399.

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While there unfortunately still isn’t any word on when it might be available, those curious about the long-in-development Segway Centaur may want to head over to MotorcycleUSA, which has put together a fairly in-depth look at the four-wheeled vehicle for those that haven’t been following its every move. Of course, it’s still to early to tell if it’ll have the profound effect on our lives that the original Segway has had, but they seem confident that the vehicle will at least provide some “unadulterated fun” — if it’s ever actually released, that is. They do see a few potential problems with it, however, including the not-insignificant possibility for the rider to be thrown off during sharp turns due to the vehicle’s high center of gravity. On the plus side, that could at least make Segway polo a bit more interesting.

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Mitsubishi has just unveiled its production Evolution X, set for launch next year in North America. More pictures after the break.

features include a new lightweight version of the venerable 2.0L turbo mill with MIVEC3 valve control plus an aluminum cylinder block. Drive is sent to all four wheels via a new six-speed automated manual transmission that offers faster gear changes and improved fuel-economy over the previous generation’s conventional manual box

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