This pickup was already massive… then they added a second engine
At WhistlinDiesel headquarters, we push Monster Max 2 closer to its final form - a fully functioning, 40,000-pound pickup powered by two diesel engines producing 1,600 horsepower and 2,000 ft-lb of torque. After months of development, both transmissions finally run together through a custom-built control system, transforming the world’s largest pickup into something shockingly quick. Massive semi-truck brakes, rear steer, and a reworked suspension bring new capability, but extreme weight and top-heavy design push every component to its limits. From crawling uphill in reverse to shredding parts under full throttle, this final progress update proves the lower half works - now it is time to tame the upper half.
2026-02-12T14:37:44Z
Could electric cars have a manual transmission?
This is the second video of a five part series where I’ve partnered with Formula E to answer questions about electric vehicles, and this topic was actually inspired by Renault’s season 2 Formula E car, which uses a 2-speed gearbox matched with a single transversely mounted electric motor. What’s super clever about their set up, is that they have incorporated a manual gear stick, using cables and rods to switch between the two gears, rather than the pneumatic paddle shifters which other teams were using. Renaults solution is simpler, and also lighter, as it doesn’t require onboard pumps or air-tanks for gear shifts. But could this be taken a step further, and incorporate a clutch as well for street cars? I spent some time chatting with the current Formula E champion, Lucas Di Grassi, who spends his free time engineering electric bikes, about this idea. We have two questions to answer: 1. Is it possible? 2. Is it logical?
2026-02-04T23:11:39Z
Lotus Eletre electric SUV tested over 250 miles with power, handling, and luxury
Take a full 250-mile journey in the all-new Lotus Eletre and discover what makes this electric supercar SUV a game-changer. From open highways to city streets, we test its range, acceleration, handling, and comfort over an extended drive. Experience the cutting-edge technology, futuristic design, and precision engineering that define Lotus’s first electric SUV. Every mile highlights its effortless performance, thrilling speed, and advanced electric capabilities, proving that the Eletre isn’t just about efficiency, it’s about driving excitement.
2026-02-01T10:37:50Z