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Season 1

  • S01E01 Liquid Image Sport Camera, Brammo Empulse

    • October 5, 2011
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    Discover the technology of Liquid Image’s high-definition sport cameras and the all-electric Empulse by Brammo Motorcycles. Next, ride waves with the Seabreacher Personal Watercraft, an adrenaline-pumping water toy with an innovative design. Then, discover Bang & Olufsen’s full 85″ 3D television. Finally, meet famed designer Henrik Fisker as he launches the Fisker Karma, the world’s first luxury hybrid electric car.

  • S01E02 M55 Terminus Hybrid Bike, Outlander ATV

    • October 5, 2011
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    Tech Toys speeds ahead with M55 Bike’s revolutionary Terminus electric bicycle. Then, the off-road vehicle pioneers at BRP present their highly advanced Can-Am Outlander ATV series, and Voltaic presents its mobile energy with their revolutionary solar panel bags. Next, discover the life-saving Reevu Motorbike Helmet with rear view system and the WaveJet, a water propulsion system that allows surfers to ride the waves without having to paddle out.

  • S01E03 Robinson R66 Turbine Helo, Conquest Vehicles Knight XV

    • October 12, 2011
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    Experience Robinson Helicopter’s high altitude turbine R66. Conquest Vehicles introduces the fully armored Knight XV. Then, Peraves speeds away with the E-tracer, the first fully enclosed electric motorcycle. Showers Pass solves the problem of hydration for bicycle riders with the VelEau bicycle-mounted system. Finally, Teckell’s Krystal Foosball Table gives a luxury makeover to a game room standard.

  • S01E04 Savage Rivale Roadyacht, Flightdeck Fighter Sim

    • October 18, 2011
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    On this episode, ride the world’s first four-door super car, the Savage Rivale’s Roadyacht. Make fighter pilot dreams come true with the Flightdeck Fighter Jet Simulator. Then, discover the FINIS SwiMP3, a music player that lets swimmers hear tunes even while underwater. Next, travel to France for the stylized designs of Vandutch Marine luxury yachts. Finally, Neato Robotics transforms a household cleaning into a technological marvel.

  • S01E05 ICON A5 Plane, Luzzo Bespoke Bugatti Desk

    • October 25, 2011
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    Rediscover flying as the mavericks at Icon Aviation strive to revolutionize ultra-light sport aircraft with the A5. Luzzo Bespoke of Great Britain creates a super-stylized desk. Renovo Bikes creates a handcrafted wooden bike, the Pandurban bicycle. Then, Keyport transforms the common keychain into a high-tech gadget. Finally, Rinspeed makes James Bond dreams come true with their amphibious sQuba car.

  • S01E06 PG Black Trail Bikes, Tunebug Speakers

    • November 1, 2011
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    On this episode, PG Bikes unveils the world’s fastest electric bike, the Blacktrail. Tunebug’s revolutionary sound amplifiers turn any surface into speakers. Then, Petra, presents a high performance parachute built for speed, and Vodka is explored in Beverly Hills’s cool Vodbox. Finally, delve into the deep with the revolutionary Seabob Underwater Scooter.

  • S01E07 Ducati Diavel, RedEye Wi-Fi System

    • November 8, 2011
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    Discover the Ducati Diavel, an iconic motorcycle that combines sport and comfort. Then, ThinkFlood’s RedEye Pro wirelessly controls your household. Universal Hovercraft takes their 19-XRW Hoverwing from land to air. Sanyo goes green with an advanced hybrid pedal-assist Eneloop bike. Then, BRP unveils the Ski-Doo Summit X, a snowmobile that offers unmatched power and handling.

  • S01E08 Jetlev Flyer; iWallet; Wahoo RIBS

    • November 15, 2011
    • Velocity

    On this episode, Jetlev brings jet pack dreams to life with the water-propelled R2000. The iWallet introduces a biometric-protected wallet. Wahoo Boats unveils the Barracuda Rigid Inflatable Boat. Recon Instruments creates the world’s first GPS-enabled goggles. Then, Wills Wing pushes the boundaries of high-flying hang gliding with the T2 glider.

  • S01E09 Maserati Gran Turismo; Windy SR 52

    • November 22, 2011
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    Explore Maserati’s GranTurismo, a sporty vehicle that combines captivating design and prestigious materials. Windy presents its SR 52 Blackbird yacht. Mac Motorcycles returns to the spirit of motorcycling with their unique classic style. Next, capture extraordinary panoramic photos with Lomography 360° Spinner Camera. Finally, discover the 21st century’s first all-electric, affordable car with the Nissan Leaf.

  • S01E10 Pagani Huayra; Looxcie Personal Video Camera

    • November 29, 2011
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    On this episode, discover the newest car behind the legendary Pagani name, the Huayra. Then, Looxcie presents the first wearable personal camcorder system. Next, Dartz Prombron Armored Car brings the ultimate in safety and luxury. Solo Personal Ski Machine allows one to waterski without a driver. Finally, the AR.Drone, a remote controlled helicopter that works with your smartphone, takes virtual reality video games to new heights.

  • S01E11 Bugatti Veyron

    • December 6, 2011
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    Discover the elegant and high performance Bugatti Veyron. The Vertu Constellation Quest smartphone takes luxury to a new level. Explore the deep blue sea with the Triton personal submersible. Steinway Lyngdorf speakers deliver astonishing sound with RoomPerfect technology. The Yikebike Folding Bicycle brings the greenest way to get you to your destination.

  • S01E12 Agera R

    • December 13, 2011
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    On this episode, we travel to Top Marques in Monaco to discover the ultimate tech toy: the supercar. Noble Automotive M600 is a super light yet powerful vehicle that goes back to basics. Keating Automotive’s ZkR reaches an unprecedented 300 MPH. Koenigsegg Automotive pushes the standards in design and performance with the Agera R. GTA Spano combines sportsmanship and elegance. Soleil Motors Anadi uses magnets to reduce fuel consumption. Spada Vetture Codatronca Monza aims to express the functionality of an object through shape.

  • S01E13 CXC Driving Simulator

    • December 20, 2011
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    On this episode, the CXC Driving Simulator reproduces all the excitement and none of the downsides to high-speed racing. Garia Luxury Golf Car drives away as the pinnacle of golf course transportation. Experience any trail from the comfort of your home with the Proform Le Tour de France exercise bike and its Google Maps interface. Carlsberg Brewery has created the Jacobsen Vintage 3, the ultimate in beer craftsmanship. Finally, experience the camera that has changed the face of media as we know it: the GoPro HERO.

Season 2

  • S02E01 Lamborghini Aventador and Aventador J

    • November 2, 2012
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    Tech Toys 360 speeds to Italy, where the brilliant minds at Lamborghini redefine revolutionary thinking with the latest supercar achievement, the Aventador. Stemming from its success is the Aventador J, a faster, sleeker version of the Aventador gone topless! Then, fly through the tides at up to 55 km/h on the Jet Surf. This jet-propelled surfboard cruises effortlessly across the water with its revolutionary design. Next, a game room standard gets a $45,000 modern twist with the Nottage Design G1 Glass Pool Table. The ultimate piece of contemporary design, Nottage Design used the most innovative technology overcome the impossible challenge of playing pool on glass. Crank the throttle of the biggest, baddest electric motorcycle around and speed off at 125mph. The Sora features the best design elements of Bobber and Café Racer bikes, combined in one insanely advanced electric superbike.

  • S02E02 Ducati Panigale 1199 PAL-V ONE Flying Car

    • November 2, 2012
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    Tech Toys 360 travels to Bologna, Italy to meet the brilliant minds behind the new Ducati Panigale 1199 that delivers record performance and breathtaking design. Then, discover Relicta Design, a forward-thinking company that designs and manufactures one-of-a-kind pieces born from retired planes found in aircraft graveyards around the world. From table and chairs to jacuzzis and wall art, style and innovation delivers pieces that are both unique and functional. Next, take off on what will surely be the most talked about water toy of the century. Shaped like a motorcycle seat, the Jetavator propels riders 15 feet in the air and allows for back flips, 360 loops, and aerial stunts with ease, providing the ultimate water riding experience. The future arrives with the PAL-V ONE Flying Car. It’s a two-seat hybrid car and gyroplane—a personal air and land vehicle with the comfort of a car, the agility of a motorcycle, and the power of a plane. Turn on the engine, drive, and lift off.

  • S02E03 Porsche 911 Carrera and WilliamsWarn Personal Brewery

    • November 9, 2012
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    Tech Toys 360 travels to Stuttgart, Germany to experience the build of one of the greatest automobiles to grace the earth: the Porsche 911 Carrera. Next, beer at home sounds simple, but what about a real home brewed beer that rivals any microbrewery on the planet? The WilliamsWarn Personal Brewery has six main technical features that add up to the world’s first all-in-one brewing appliance. Then, the SkyTech Ski Simulator takes skiing and snowboarding off the slopes and into a virtual reality. This cutting-edge machine reproduces real physical forces that allow skiers to experience the same effects as they would on the trails all without leaving the comfort of the indoors. Straight out of a science fiction film is the RYNO Motors Micro-Cycle, a self-balancing, one-wheeled motorcycle that seems to challenge the laws of physics. Small, lightweight, and easily maneuverable- the Micro-cycle is perfect for urban commuting.

  • S02E04 Confederate Motorcycle X132 Hellcat and Roding Roadster

    • November 9, 2012
    • Velocity

    Experience the best in American ingenuity, the Hellcat X132 by Confederate Motorcycles. This powerhouse is a no nonsense performer. A motorcycle that makes you feel as though you own the road, and advances that sensation with innovative engineering and avant-garde design. Then, discover an incredibly unique, rich, and complex whisky from one of the world’s leading distilleries, Bruichladdich Distillery. This unmatched spirit is distilled through the same processes used when it was established in 1881, including the original 7-ton mashtun, which is one of only a handful still in existence. Next, take a look at what’s coming up in the rear view mirror, and fast—the Roding Roadster is a two-seat mid-engine sports car with carbon chassis and powerful six-cylinder turbocharged engine that produces 320 hp. Then, discover the latest technology that takes you to the links at Pebble Beach at the press of a button. High Definition Golf simulators utilize advanced computer vision technology to provide the most comprehensive and precise shot analysis in the simulator industry.

  • S02E05 Tesla Model S and SXC's Space Exploration Curaco

    • November 23, 2012
    • Velocity

    Technology knows no boundaries when it comes to Tesla. Pushing innovation and what’s possible to the unthinkable, the Model S breaks through expectations with an unprecedented driving experience, accelerating to 60 MPH in 4.4 seconds. Then, the one-of-a-kind Pi Cycle combines the best of both worlds, operating as a bicycle and a motorcycle by seamlessly combining human and electric power. Music meets technology with gTar, a fully digital guitar that puts players one iPhone away from being the next Hendrix, regardless of experience. Dock the phone in the gTar, load up the app, and an array of interactive LEDs will light the way. Next, if you’re looking for a new worldview, SXC offers a life-changing opportunity to see the Earth from space while riding in a revolutionary SXC Lynx Spaceship.

  • S02E06 Rimac Automobili

    • November 23, 2012
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    Tech Toys 360 travels to Top Marques in Monaco to meet the minds behind the Rimac Automobili supercar, the Concept_One. The unique powertrain is divided into four sub-systems, each driving one wheel completely independent from one another, giving drivers unparalleled handling. Quinting Watches defies the notion of the traditional watch and presents the world’s first true transparent watch. With over $30 million spent on research and development, this work of art is both exquisite and complex. The Buben & Zorweg Treasury safe offers prestigious protection for luxury valuables that are not only safes and watch winders, but a luxurious, eye-popping centerpiece of furniture. This $325,000 safe is a true masterpiece that holds all of your masterpieces! Water-bound thrilseekers can look no further than the Sea-Doo RXT for the latest in water technology. As the industry leader in watercrafts, Sea-Doo is known for its distinctive motorized vehicles, and their newest innovation with exceptional handling and attention-grabbing design.

  • S02E07 Bugatti Veyron Vitesse and Zero S Motorcycle

    • November 30, 2012
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    Legendary car manufacturers Bugatti introduce the fastest convertible in history, the Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse. This all-carbon fiber exotic supercar is capable of hitting 0 to 62mph in just 2.6 seconds while achieving a top speed of 255mph. Then, say goodbye to lugging a 20 lb bag across 18 holes. The innovative CaddyTrek automated golf caddy uses a pocket-sized sensor so that your clubs will follow in your footsteps and avoid obstacles with ease. Next, Tech Toys 360 travels to Austria to discover the EH-LINE Crawlerbike, a unique ski bike that will pump adrenaline to new levels by allowing riders to bike over snow. Fear not for unfavorable weather and riding conditions, for this new snow bike is both visually stunning and ready to conquer the most insane terrain…a mountaintop! Tech Toys 360 takes to the street of San Jose, CA take a ride on the exhilarating Zero S. Speed, design, and innovation combine for the perfect tech toy. Built from the ground up using revolutionary electric motorcycle technology, the Zero S model has an estimated range of 114 miles, making it the first EV bike available to consumers that can exceed 100 miles on a single charge.

  • S02E08 Lit Motors C-1 and Tushek Supercars

    • November 30, 2012
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    Discover a futuristic new way to travel. The C-1 by Lit Motors is the world’s first gyroscopic two wheeler that won’t kick over. With 17 patents and game-changing technology, this vehicle combines the efficiency and freedom of a motorcycle with the safety and convenience of a car, all in a futuristic sleek package. Then, make your smartphone as technologically advanced on the outside as it is on the inside with Liquipel. This revolutionary process applies a water safe nano coating devices to protect them in the event of accidental exposure to liquids. Tech Toys 360 takes to Italy to meet the innovators behind Ciclotte, the eye-catching stationary exercise bike that puts form and function on the same level. The Ciclotte combines steel, carbon, and glass fiber materials in a minimalist design that makes this $10,000 exercise equipment look more like a work of art. Next, take an adventure off road with a bike that can take on snowy hills, icy raods, and bumpy trails with the greatest of ease. The Hanebrink III by Fortune Hanebrink is an electric on-demand, full-suspension, all-terrain mountain bike you’ve never seen before. Then, take off with the Renovatio T500, a supercar runs on a 450hp 4.2-liter V8 engine and can hit a top speed of over 193mph.

  • S02E09 McLaren MP4-12c and EB Racing 1190RS

    • December 14, 2012
    • Velocity

    Tech Toys 360 visits the McLaren factory in Woking, UK to see one of the most innovative factories and meet with the chief designer to discuss the MP4-12C, a supercar with unprecedented technology and built for FIA GT series racing. Next, meet man’s new best friend. The Emperor 1510 Workstation by MWE Labs is equipped with 3 screens and an integrated audio system, along with everything you need to work, play, and relax. With the signature Emperor scorpion shape, the Emperor 1510 is the future of high-end work/play environments. Then, Tech Toys takes to the sunny shores of Hermosa Beach to discover a tech toy that brings the future to skateboarding: ZBoard, the first weight-sensing electric skateboard with touch sensors and a motor that can take riders to a top speed of over 15 mph. Founded by pioneer of modern race motorcycle technology Erik Buell, EB Racing presents their first street model, the 1190 RS, a sport motorcycle with a 1,190 cc V-twin engine that delivers 175 hp. With only 100 in existence, this limited edition bike brings the speed and agility of the track to the open road.

  • S02E10 Dodge SRT Viper and HondaJet

    • December 14, 2012
    • Velocity

    Tech Toys 360 takes to the skies with the HondaJet, the advanced lightweight business jet that features an extra large cabin, high fuel efficiency, and high cruise speed. Honda Motors has been toying with aviation since the ‘80s, and it looks like patience and thorough research will pay off. Next, take form and function to the next level with EcoSmart Fire. These hand crafted freestanding fireplaces are sleek, modern and are a warm addition to any outdoor or indoor space. With a high-grade titanium case and an elegantly asymmetrical design, the Cabestan Trapezium watch provides spectacular 360 degree views of the movement inside, providing a handheld masterpiece that is as functional as it is stylish. The 2013 SRT Viper is all new, from the lightweight carbon fiber roof, right down to its road-scorching wheels. This revolutionary ride features less weight, stiffer chassis, a more powerful engine, more advanced close-radio transmission, and more powerful brakes, and new electronic technology.

  • S02E11 Lexus LFA and Campagna Motors V13R

    • January 4, 2013
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    Discover the new milestone in the automotive world: the LFA, the first supercar from the Lexus brand. With a 4.8 L V10 engine that boasts 552 horsepower an extensive carbon fiber construction, every element of the LFA is tuned to orchestrate colossal power, quickness, control, and exhilaration. Then, Tech Toys 360 tackles the next generation of urban transportation. Geared toward the mobile urbanite, the Solowheel is a revolutionary foldable, self-balancing electric unicycle that operates through groundbreaking gyroscopic technology. If you’ve ever dreamt of discovering the underwater world in a personal submersible, then now is the time to get series. Tech Toys 360 explores the C-Quester by U-Boat, an all-new submersible with state-of-the-art technology and fully acrylic design. Crafted with sheer passion and pure pleasure in mind, the Campagna Motors V13R is a unique roadster with a retro look, a wide stance, side-by-side driving and an American v-twin engine. It’s a nostalgic, eye-catching throwback.

  • S02E12 Aston Martin Vanquish and Hunton Powerboats XRS 43

    • January 4, 2013
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    Seductively powerful and exquisitely finished, Aston Martin represents the synthesis of raw power, race-bred technology, and design excellence. Tech Toys 360 visits the factory in Warwickshire, England and meets the ingenious designers behind these $280,000 modern marvels. Next, discover the game-changing Thunderbolt watch by MB&F. This intricate masterpiece of micro-engineering is a machine epitomizing the incredible passion and enthusiasm of watchmaking. Then, explore the clean-cut lines, dedicated attention to detail, and the use of highly sophisticated materials distinctive of Hunton, the company that hand builds their luxury powerboats in their Hampshire, England factory. Tech Toys 360 travels to Italy to experience the latest in the legendary Ducati line: the Motor Diesel. The Diesel style team and Ducati’s Design Centre have brought an urban military chic interpretation to the iconic naked motorcycle.

  • S02E13 Ferrari FF and California Roadster

    • January 11, 2013
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    Legendary car icon Ferrari is back with two revolutionary new models. With its four seats and four-wheel drive, the Ferrari Four ushers in an entirely new GT sports car concept. The California’s V8 now puts out a maximum of 490 hp with a maximum torque climbing to 505 Nm at 5000 rpm, thanks to new exhaust manifolds and engine mapping. Then, the brilliant minds behind Lockitron use sophisticated hardware and advanced software to prove that 21st century security is no longer under lock and key. Finally, the fastest sailing boat in the world, the l’Hydroptère (or “flying boat”) combines dream and high technology. This extraordinary sailing boat can fly over oceans at very high speeds using the leading techniques of the aeronautical and marine industries.

Season 3

  • S03E01 The Groundbreakers

    • January 4, 2014
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    Tech Toys 360 heads to Stuttgart, Germany, for a tour of the legendary Porsche factory, where their latest, and most ambitious model is rolling off the assembly line: the Porsche 918 Spyder, a plug-in hybrid supercar. Then, an unusual watch from Romaine Jerome pushes watch innovation in a future-forward timepiece that combines the latest in horological technology with retro ‘70s sci-fi style. Roll into the future with Double Robotics, a high tech, mobile iPad stand that provides remote access to meetings, museums—anywhere, really. Tech Toys closes out this episode with a trip to Italy to visit the factory of the legendary Moto Guzzi. The latest generation of the California model retains its classic good looks but builds massive muscle with a 1380cc rigid-mounted engine that jets from 0 to 60 in 7.5 seconds.

  • S03E02 Transportation 2.0

    • January 4, 2014
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    Tech Toys 360 speeds off in the BAC Mono, an ultra lightweight tech toy built for the road but with the monster power to take on the Grand Prix circuit. Next, urbanites experience the Mando Footloose, an advanced, chainless and foldable e-bike. Next, meet the mind behind a revolutionary, new generation of aircraft technology, Dr. James Wang and his Project Zero, a technologically advanced tilt rotor concept craft that merges the vertical flight of a helicopter with the forward movement of an airplane. Then, it’s off for a drive on an updated remake of the legendary Indian Motorcycle Chieftain—retro-style without sacrificing high performance.

  • S03E03 Reinventing the Wheels

    • January 11, 2014
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    Tech Toys 360 visits the Mercedes AMG factory in Affalterbach, Germany to check out the latest supercar model, the SLS AMG GT. With a 6.3-liter naturally aspirated V-8 engine and a peak output of 583 HP, this supercar can accelerate from 0 to 60 MPH in 3.6 seconds. Then, a high tech piece of exercise equipment, Nexersys, packs some serious punch with a fitness experience through interactive and intelligent training. Then discover the Sandwichbike, a wooden bike that fits in a single box for the purchaser to assemble. Finally, Tech Toys takes off to Milan, Italy to explore the CR & S VUN motorbike, which features a cutting edge chassis and superior handling.

  • S03E04 Above and Beyond

    • January 11, 2014
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    Tech Toys goes to Crewe in the United Kingdom to explore the latest from the legendary Bentley, the Mulsanne. High end and high performance merge into a grand tourer with serious power. Next, we discover the Döttling Gyrowinder, a watch winder guaranteed to keep your best timepieces clocking in on the second. Tech Toys arrives on time to check out the LEAOS, an elegant and functional carbon eBike with a design inspired by legendary Italian race cars—minus two wheels, of course. Finally, take your golf game to a whole new level with the BW1, a golf cart-turned hovercraft, or vice versa. Either way, sand traps and water hazards are obstacles of the past as riders float over the greens in search of that perfect game, or a ball in the rough.

  • S03E05 Tomorrow's Toys

    • January 18, 2014
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    Tech Toys accelerates to the Netherlands to experience pure, jet-like fury in the Spyker C8 Aileron, a supercar with an Audi V8 4.2-liter engine delivering 3,500 RPM. With clean, aerodynamic lines and zero to 62 mile per hour speeds in 4.5 seconds, the C8 Spyker’s is not only lightning fast, but eye-catching with its aviation inspired design. Then, see the latest in urban transportation with the BOXX, a two-wheeled vehicle that is compact enough for a back pack and enough e-power for urbanites in a hurry. Speeding up again, but still on time, we cover a motorcycle-inspired watch, the Tread 1, visually stunning, wirelessly charged, timepiece that’s also bulletproof if you like the James Bond experience. Tech Toys 360 travels to Monaco to discover the MTM by Klassen, one of the world’s most high-tech vans on the market. Equipped with HD screens and a state of the art safe, among other amenities in a spacious cabin, this posh office on wheels allows one to do business on the road.

  • S03E06 The Future Inspired

    • January 18, 2014
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    Tech Toys 360 visits the KTM factory in Austria to experience the X-Bow GT. Powered by a 2.0-liter inline 4-cylinder gas engine with direct injection, exhaust turbo charging and intercooling, this cutting edge vehicle takes on both the road and the track. Hitting the brakes for another kind of ride, discover FlevoBike, a futuristic, pedal-powered three-wheeler with a completely enclosed driving compartment that keeps out the elements for adrenaline ride no matter the road, or weather, conditions. The science of coffee hits the road, too, when the Handpresso Auto, fits into your cup-holder to produce a mobile shot of espresso that keeps you and the car going. Tech Toys concludes on a high note when we meet the innovators of one of the most groundbreaking crafts of the 21st century: the Solar Impulse, a revolutionary, solar powered, ultra lightweight airplane capable of flying day and night without fuel, only the power of the sun.

  • S03E07 Racing Innovation

    • January 25, 2014
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    On this episode, Tech Toys travels to Monaco to discover the newest entry into the supercar race: the Mazzanti Evantra. It boasts the monster power of a 7.0-liter V8 engine along with sleek bodywork that blends classical with modern design. Then, discover a radical water toy for the adventurous, the PowerSki JetBoard. The inventors behind this engineering masterpiece have taken the form of a surfboard into which they’ve placed a small 45 horsepower engine capable of propelling this adrenaline pumping good time up to 40 MPH. On to the racetrack, sort of, for a fast-paced ride on the Ellip6, one of the most realistic and exciting driving and flying simulator available. Finally, Tech Toys takes off to Goshen, Indiana, to discover a modern classic, the handmade Halcyon 50 by Janus Motorcycles. Its wide handlebars and streamlined, polished aluminum fuel tank make for a bike that is retro in look but modern in technology.

  • S03E08 Power Toys

    • January 25, 2014
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    Heading to the French Riviera, Tech Toys lands in Monaco to experience the RapX-S, the latest supercar from Dutch company Isis. Boasting an acceleration of 0 to 100 KPH in a mind-numbing 4.2 seconds and a steel and aluminum chassis, RapX-S lowers its center of gravity and ramps up the speed, pushing the boundaries of racing cars now ready for the road. Hitting the brakes, we take to the streets on the ELF. Part bicycle and part automobile, the ELF is a three-wheeled, solar-electric-assist velomobile powered by the rider’s own energy via nothing more than pedal power. Discover the future of air transportation as we lift off with Aeroscraft, a blimp-like aircraft that uses advances in materials science and dirigible design to take an old concept to new heights. Day passes into night as Tech Toys bicycles to San Francisco to check out a groundbreaking, innovative light source for nighttime bike rides, Revolights. This clever device uses an accelerometer to measure speed and orientation and generate a constant light source on the front and rear of the bike.

  • S03E09 The Next

    • February 1, 2014
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    Tech Toys 360 buckles up for a lap in the latest high performance version of the legendary Corvette, the Stingray. This completely redesigned iconic car boasts an estimated 450 horsepower, 450 lb.-ft. of torque and a 0-60 time of under 4 seconds. A hot rod inspired e-bike, the Marrs M-1 Cycle, has the electrifying style and influence of generations of stripped down, custom built bikes with an attitude. Then, virtual reality takes a quantum leap into the future with the Virtuix Omni, the first multi-directional treadmill that transforms gaming into a real-life experience. Dive into the water in the innovative DeepFlight, a personal submarine with aeronautical design roots. Its proprietary composite materials enable the craft to withstand crushing water pressures, allowing for incredible journeys into a marine world experienced by few.

  • S03E10 Ready, Set, Play

    • February 1, 2014
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    Tech Toys 360 covers the Quadski, an innovative four-wheeler that transforms into a Jet Ski in a matter of seconds with the press of a button. This multi-purpose, all-terrain vehicle can reach speeds of 45 MPH on either surface. Off to Modena, Italy, where we discover one innovator who’s turning supercar parts into an advanced audio system, an MP3 docking station with an edge. Take the exhaust pipes from Ferraris and Maseratis, leave the garage behind, and listen to your favorite music. Then, discover Memoto, a mini device with GPS that you clip on and wear as it automatically takes photos every thirty seconds for a new way to log your life. Tech Toys 360 speeds to Girona, Spain, where the TR280i, a trial motorbike, takes on any surface, from mountain trails to rocky cliffs. We break down the TR280i for a joy ride in the wilderness or on the road.

  • S03E11 The Speedsters

    • February 8, 2014
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    Tech Toys 360 dashes off to Alton, Virginia to experience the Arial Atom 3. This exoskeleton-designed vehicle is street legal and track ready with an exposed chassis and groundbreaking technology that makes for incredible performance on the road or in a race. Speed meets efficiency with the Czeers MK1, the world’s first solar electric speed boat that uses no oil and produces no fumes or engine noise but still reaches thirty knots. Tech Toys heads to South Africa for an unusual twist on legendary Italian automotive engineering precision. Inspired by high performance supercars such as Ferrari and Maserati, Espresso Veloce is an innovative espresso machine with the edgy looks and attitude of a supercar. Finally, discover the Venturi VBB-3, the world’s most powerful electric vehicle with over 2,200 kW of combined power. Tech Toys travels to Ohio State University to meet the team behind the ‘Buckeye Bullet’ as they prepare for a world record speed run of 400 MPH on the Bonneville Salt Flats.

  • S03E12 Start Your Engines

    • February 8, 2014
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    Tech Toys heads to the Lone Star state, Texas, to blast off in one the fastest production cars in the world. Born from a dream of John Hennessey, the mid-engine Venom GT packs its punch with a V8 engine and a power-to weight ratio unmatched in the automotive world. Then, the future of robotic technology comes to life with the ASIMO robot, the most advanced humanoid robot in the world. The revolutionary ASIMO features behavior control and sensory technology that allows it to move about, recognize expressions, and make decisions on its own, independent of human operators. For a true track experience off the track, Tech Toys 360 flies to the UK for to check out a racing simulator, the Vesaro. Grasp the steering wheel and feel the g-forces of a formula one driver without even leaving home. Tech Toys speeds off to Louisiana to see the next generation of the world’s first turbine-powered, street legal motorcycle, the MTT Superbike. Featuring a gas turbine engine that produces monster horsepower and a top speed of 260 MPH.

  • S03E13 Mod Gone Mad

    • February 15, 2014
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    For its season finale, Tech Toys revs up the engine with the million-dollar Galpin GTR1. This coach-built supercar was inspired by the Ford GT and is capable of reaching close to 225 MPH. It’s modern engineering with a dash of nostalgia. We head on to San Francisco, California, where innovator Tan Le is transforming brain-scan technology. Move objects with your mind? This is now a possibility with the Emotiv Insight, a high-tech headset that measures brain waves and allows you to control your environment with your thoughts. Then, the pool table gets a futuristic makeover with a striking design that seems to float on air. Finally, Tech Toys goes old school with new attitude for a visit to the iconic Harley-Davidson factory for the Ultra Limited with its twin-cooled high output twin cam engine—the first liquid-cooled Harley engine in a production motorcycle.