Florina Spînu
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Her first real car, a Volkswagen Golf, went through a lot but never wavered, not even when moving furniture and pets across the country. Graduating with a double major in English and Chinese ignited a passion for writing which, combined with the one for cars, lead her to become a contributor on autoevolution, where she expanded her interests to new kinds of machines.
When she’s not writing about cars, drones or aircraft, Florina likes to read anything related to space exploration and take pictures in the middle of nature.
Compact 2023 Entegra Qwest RV Boasts a Practical Interior Jam-Packed With Amenities
3 Nov 2022, 03:14 UTC · By: Florina Spînu / For 2023, Entegra Coach is proposing a compact Class C motorhome that has everything travelers need for a weekend getaway. Although it has no slides, the new Qwest 24N has a practical interior filled with space-saving solutions. It includes a queen...
Meet Aspen, a 2014 ProMaster Van Converted Into a Cozy Tiny Cabin on Wheels
3 Nov 2022, 01:27 UTC · By: Florina Spînu / Each ProMaster van conversion has some distinctive features that set it apart from the others. Aspen boasts a cozy interior filled with wooden elements that make it feel like a tiny cabin on wheels. It also includes clever design solutions that al...
Autonomous Black Hawk Helicopter Performs Life-Saving Mission for the First Time
2 Nov 2022, 22:54 UTC · By: Florina Spînu / Sikorsky and DARPA have demonstrated autonomous mission scenarios with an optionally piloted UH-60A Black Hawk. The helicopter has successfully completed casualty evacuation and medical resupply missions without a pilot or crew onboard. Sikorsky...
La Casita Bonita Is a Tiny Home With a Big Personality, Has Two Light-Filled Lofts
2 Nov 2022, 20:39 UTC · By: Florina Spînu / La Casita Bonita, which translates as "the Pretty Little House" in Spanish, truly lives up to its name. This charming tiny home was designed as a small oasis, offering everything you need for a comfortable stay. This tiny has a nice porch...
Guy Turns 2003 Chevy Astro Van Into a Functional Camper That Expands to the Outside
2 Nov 2022, 02:20 UTC · By: Florina Spînu / For outdoor enthusiasts or solo travelers, a compact camper van offers the freedom to go wherever they want, whenever they want. The Astro van conversion is a great option for those who want something affordable and practical. This 2003 camper...
The Clock Is Ticking for NASA’s InSight as Dust-Covered Spacecraft Nears Death on Mars
1 Nov 2022, 21:00 UTC · By: Florina Spînu / NASA’s Mars InSight lander is nearing its death. The spacecraft, which is choking on dust, has little power left to function on the Red Planet. Scientists predict that the mission will end in the next few weeks. Until then, they will continue...
Thor's 2023 Windsport Motorhome Is Fit for a King, Has All the Comforts of Home
1 Nov 2022, 16:32 UTC · By: Florina Spînu / The 2023 Thor Windsport is great for full-time living. It comes with all the comforts of home, featuring a spacious interior packed with amenities. This Class A motorhome also offers storage galore, so you don't have to worry about overpacking...
This 2023 Thor Indigo RV Is a Luxury Home on Wheels, Sleeps Up to Seven People
1 Nov 2022, 01:59 UTC · By: Florina Spînu / For 2023, Thor Motor Coach is proposing a brand-new Class A RV that has everything you need to travel in comfort with friends and family. It has enough room for seven travelers, and it offers “luxury living galore.” It has a cozy living...
Meet Mullet, a 2017 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Turned Off-Road Adventure Van
31 Oct 2022, 21:20 UTC · By: Florina Spînu / For some people, simplicity is the key to freedom. And there's no doubt that van life and simplicity go hand in hand. Although living in a van has its challenges, it's a rewarding experience that allows people to connect with each other. ...
This Colorful Skoolie Is Both Music Studio on Wheels and Tiny Home
31 Oct 2022, 02:40 UTC · By: Florina Spînu / This couple combined their passion for travel and art into a one-of-a-kind initiative called Art We There Yet (AWTY), which allows them to travel to different places in North, Central, and South America and do what they love. Now, they are liv...
Teeny Tiny House on Wheels Gets Decked Out for Halloween, Looks Spooktacular
30 Oct 2022, 22:11 UTC · By: Florina Spînu / Even if you live in a tiny home, it doesn't necessarily mean you can't go all out when it comes to Halloween. This 18-foot (5.4-meter) house on wheels looks frighteningly fantastic, featuring spooky accents both on the inside and on the o...
This 34-Ft House Goes Big on Function and Comfort, Has All the Amenities You Need
29 Oct 2022, 20:59 UTC · By: Florina Spînu / Tiny homes offer significantly less square footage than traditional houses, so they incorporate clever design solutions to make small spaces feel comfortable. This dwelling is one of those tinies that looks and feels incredibly spacious on the insi...
All-New 2023 Coachmen Entourage Super C RV Has Everything You Need
28 Oct 2022, 15:54 UTC · By: Florina Spînu / For 2023, Coachmen RV is proposing a spacious motorhome that is packed with amenities. The Entourage is Coachmen’s first Super C. It’s a beast with a towing capacity of 10,000 lbs (4,536 kg) that also provides all the comforts of home, ...
Meet Dennis, a 2001 Dodge Ram Van Turned Into a Teeny Tiny Mobile Home
28 Oct 2022, 00:50 UTC · By: Florina Spînu / You don’t have to own many things to be happy. This couple converted a 2001 Dodge Ram van into a compact tiny home on wheels that’s stealthy on the outside and cozy on the inside. It doesn’t offer much space, but it’s enough...
Two NASA Spacecraft Teamed Up to Find Large Meteoroid Strike
27 Oct 2022, 21:30 UTC · By: Florina Spînu / NASA's dust-chocked InSight lander worked together with the agency's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) to make a scientific discovery. Data collected from the two missions revealed that a meteoroid struck the Red Planet's surface las...
Devan Is an Off-Grid Camper Van That Fits Everything You Need Into a Compact Package
27 Oct 2022, 01:12 UTC · By: Florina Spînu / This ProMaster van conversion combines modern aesthetics with a functional design. It manages to squeeze into a compact space all the goodies travelers need to camp in comfort. The van has a kitchen, a living room, a cozy bedroom, and two showers &...
Couple Converts ProMaster Van Into a Lovely Tiny Home on Wheels
26 Oct 2022, 23:16 UTC · By: Florina Spînu / Although living in a van comes with challenges, many people embrace this nomadic lifestyle. People love to explore different places and travel wherever they want, all while enjoying the comforts of home. This lovely couple turned a ProMaster van in...
Feadship Unveils EXPV, a 285-Foot Superyacht Concept With a Floating Glass Bridge
26 Oct 2022, 20:21 UTC · By: Florina Spînu / Dutch shipyard Feadship presented a brand-new superyacht concept called EXPV. The vessel was created in collaboration with British studio Harrison Eidsgaard, and it features a "radical" design. It includes a floating glass bridge that con...
This ProMaster Van Conversion Is Filled With Clever Small-Space Ideas
26 Oct 2022, 00:39 UTC · By: Florina Spînu / Squeezing all the comforts of home inside a camper van is no easy task. However, this ProMaster conversion is packed with clever design solutions that maximize space. As a result, the van manages to include everything travelers need: it has a dinin...
Renovated 1968 Airstream Blends Rustic Charm With Modern Amenities
25 Oct 2022, 20:56 UTC · By: Florina Spînu / For decades, the iconic aluminum trailer has been a great home-away-from-home for travelers, and it continues to offer the utmost comfort on the road. This 1968 Airstream was renovated and turned into a home on wheels filled with rustic charm and m...