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Linear Rocket Motors igniting to push down on vehicle to keep it on the ground

Rocket-powered Land Rovers can survive deadly roadside bombs

17 November 2017

Firing solid rocket fuel motors within 10 milliseconds of an IED blast temporarily makes the vehicle weigh 120 tons, freezing it in place and protecting everyone inside  
Tesla's new trucks

Tesla's electric trucks are great but they won't save the planet

17 November 2017

The electric trucks being unveiled by Tesla and co will speed the transition from fossil fuels. But to cut transport emissions, we must curb road freight too

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