At this year’s Japan Mobility Show 2025, Honda unleashed on the world what could easily be called “a motorcycle from the future that has returned to the present too quickly.” Their Honda EV Outlier Concept is a vision of a motorcycle beyond 2030, and its appearance and philosophy seem alien even today. The long, low, almost floating machine, with darkened translucent panels that reveal its technological soul, looks like something the hero of a cyberpunk movie would ride. But this isn’t science fiction – this is Honda exploring what a motorcycle can become when freed from all the constraints of internal combustion.
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Jan Macarol is the responsible editor of the printed and online editions of City Magazine Slovenia. Together with his two assistants, he strives to offer readers the most unique and fresh information about urban culture, technological innovations, fashion and everything an urban nomad needs to survive in a fast-paced world.
TAG Heuer has unveiled two new chronographs dedicated to Ayrton Senna at the Brazilian Grand Prix - Tag Heuer x Senna. The 43mm and 44mm models offer a mix of retro design, modern materials and racing accents that will delight watch and Formula 1 enthusiasts. Prices start at 2,650 euros, but the question is whether they will make your day faster - or at least more stylish.
Plug-in hybrids, better known as PHEVs, should be the ideal compromise between an electric and a conventional car – something like the automotive version of "having my cake and eating it too". But unfortunately, many owners use them more like a petrol vehicle with a bonus battery, which they charge less often than their smartphone from 2012. And because this results in significantly higher emissions than promised, Germany is considering putting an end to this half-and-half use. The solution? A car that loses power if you don't charge it regularly. Yep, you read that right.
Volvo Cars has once again proven that safety is not just their tradition, but almost a religion. Their new multi-adjustable seatbelt — the Volvo Smart Seatbelt — which will debut in the all-electric Volvo EX60 SUV, has been named one of the best inventions of 2025 by TIME magazine. Yes, we’re talking about a seatbelt that doesn’t just tighten — it thinks.
Car safety – that thing we all praise until the bill comes. In 2025, Euro NCAP showed us again that it’s not all about flashy logos. While some old cats are still skimping on sensors, newcomers from the East are proving that safety can be affordable. And compared to last year, the picture is even more amusing – or tragic, depending on which car you drive.
Chinese brands are no longer exotic. In April 2025, BYD overtook Tesla for the first time in BEV registrations in Europe, while the EU is pressuring imported Chinese electric cars with tariffs. In this context, I divide Chinese brands into four clear layers (premium, near-premium, mainstream, value) and justify each with technology (batteries/charging/ADAS), safety (Euro NCAP), prices, network presence and European partnerships. So - A luxury hierarchy of Chinese car brands in Europe?!
Every year I can't wait for the moment when the finalists for COTY – Car of the Year 2026 are announced. It's the best approximation of an automotive Eurovision – full of tension, inflated egos and shiny PowerPoints, tables and lists. But this year's selection of finalists? This one really blew me away. So I decided I had to write down a few rough lines. Macarolov-style. Without a hair on my tongue and without rose-colored glasses. Because I can have my own opinion.
Swiss brand Luminox redefines the concept of an outdoor watch with the Bear Grylls Survival Land 3710 model - lighter, more durable and brighter than ever before.
At a time when e-bikes are becoming a part of everyday life, the Also Alpha Wave helmet is one that adds a touch of futurism to your ride – with lights, speakers and protection that even Iron Man would envy. Is this finally a helmet that will convince us to wear it without complaining?
Have you ever dreamed of escaping to the wilderness, where roads become a distant memory, while still enjoying the comforts of civilization? The ARB Earth Camper, an Australian rugged beast that has now set foot on American soil for the first time, promises to deliver just that. Built on nearly 50 years of experience in the world of 4x4 accessories, this compact camper combines raw power and clever design. Presented as the ultimate companion for off-road adventures, it invites you to leave the asphalt and venture into the unknown - without compromise. But beware: if you're the type who's afraid of dust, this toy is not for you. For everyone else... well, read on and prepare to fall in love at first sight.
DJI has shown with its new DJI Neo 2 that “selfie drones” are no longer toys for tourists, but serious little flying robots. With a LiDAR sensor for obstacle avoidance, gesture control and 4K video at 60 frames per second, the Neo 2 aims to become an everyday aerial videographer. But all of this comes first – where else – than in China.
The new OPPO Find X9 series sets new standards in the smartphone world. It combines professional camera performance, a battery that lasts a day and a half of intensive use, and artificial intelligence that makes everyday work easier. The Find X9 Pro with its 200 MP Hasselblad telephoto camera and ColorOS 16 proves that OPPO is no longer just “technically competitive”, but aesthetically and user-friendly.











