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Inception blueprints of Batmobile show the transformation from concept to the final design

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Yes, the Batmobile in The Batman movie looks stunning and all raw, but in its conception phase, the caped crusader’s mean machine had a definitive sci-fi charm to it.

The Batman showcased the Batmobile’s capabilities in the latest flick, and there was a logical reason the ride was so low-tech. But don’t be mistaken about its ability to take on the bad blood. Conceptualized to be similar to the 1960s version which was more like a muscle car, the latest one goes back to the roots, giving up on sophistication to focus on realism and custom-built origins. That explains the use of realistic defensive weaponry and a reinforced front to ram the Penguin’s vehicle.

Designer:  Andries van Overbeeke

Already we’ve seen the initial renders of the Batmobile featured in The Batman movie, penned by digital artist Ash Thorp after being commissioned by Director Matt Reeves and production designer James Chinlund for the task. Now race designer and movie vehicle designer, Andries van Overbeeke gives us a peek into the basic concept design of the Batmobile for the movie. According to him, the very early Batmobile concept from 2019 showcases the nosebar, headlights and the tapered rear end. After kickstarting the very structural design of the Batmobile for the movie, artists like Ash Thorp took over the gauntlet, and the end result is stunning as we’ve seen in the movie.

The muscle car character of the Batmobile driven by Robert Pattinson is pretty much in the DNA right from the beginning. It’s more like a Ford Mustang on steroids ready to ram anything in its path. The final version seen in the movie goes through many subtle changes, and in the end, it evolves as a lean and mean crime-fighting machine fit for Bruce Wayne. These initial blueprints also suggest the presence of a futuristic persona which was then roughened up to go with the movie’s plot. Either way, the Batmobile looks utterly impressive right from the conception stage to the final realization phase.

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After Batmobile, blueprints show the Japanese + Italian influence in Bruce Wayne’s Batcycle

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Digital artist Ashley Livingstone Thorp (a.k.a. Ash Thorp) has a deep-rooted connection to The Batman movie, designing the intimidating four-wheeled crime-fighting machine of the caped crusader. Matt Reeves was so impressed with the Batmobile blueprint that he went ahead giving the responsibility of creating the Batcycle design for the most anticipated movie of this year. Predictably Ash didn’t disappoint as the Batcycle came out to be truly badass. One that will pop any eyeballs in the vicinity.

The latest Batman movie may not be the best from the franchise, but it sure is a cinematography delight. The automotive community is all praises for the portrayal of the vehicles the Gotham’s protector is riding – the Batmobile in particular. Not far behind is the fresh Batcycle which was not as prominent as the four-wheeled accomplice. Now that the motion picture is screening in theatres, Ash Thorp has shared the raw images of the Batcycle he crafted on Matt’s command.

Designer: Ash Thorpe

On first glance, the two-wheeled café racer configuration seems inspired by the OG muscle cars popular in the 1960s and 1970s. But on closer inspection, the monster has got its DNA derived from other parts of the globe. Yes, we are coming right there where all you automotive fans put your money on. The Batcycle’s extended wheelbase is a spitting image of the custom Suzuki Hayabusa bikes. This by the way helps in high-speed stability to shoot those adrenaline-inducing high-speed chases. The exposed frame is a nod to the Italian origins from the house of Ducati. So, we don’t blame you for the irresistible urge to take this badass crime-fighting machine for a spin in the neighborhood in your daydream.

While going all out rhetoric about his creation, Ash also added the finer details to explain the mechanics of this intimidating beast. The engine is a flat-four with the crankshaft positioned perpendicular to the swingarm. He says in the Instagram post that the idea was to “match the brutal and blunt designs from the Batmobile with a solid rear swingarm that would then connect to an exposed lattice-type frame found in some of my favorite Ducati bikes.”  Just like the Batmobile, the Batcycle’s rugged form is a testament to the fact that Bruce Wayne could in reality have crafted these machines to go with the Batman’s alter ego!

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Original blueprints of Batmobile driven by Bruce Wayne in The Batman released by the artist

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The original renders of rampant crime-fighting Batmobile crafted by the caped crusader in his geek den, finally revealed by the creative artist Matt Reeves put his money on.

The Batman playing out in theatres is taking the crime-fighting vigilante lovers by the storm. Even more so the Batmobile that Bruce builds in his garage. Director Matt Reeves and production designer James Chinlund took a whole chunk of time deciding the final design of the Batmobile which gets the 69 Dodge Charger as its base. Finally comes out the juggernaut ride loaded with a Tesla drivetrain to make possible the intimidating breathing and blue flame-spitting effect under the hood in the dark of the night. When in the movie the Batmobile starts for the first time in the dark alley, the blue flames glow from within and the headlights come on.

Designer: Ash Thorp

But where did the core design of the car sprout from before it turned into this real-life crime-fighting machine? Matt commissioned digital artist Ash Thorp to create the vision of the Batmobile to be featured in the rollercoaster movie. There were very slight changes in the final modified muscle car-like machine Bruce drives around in the action-packed scenes, but this is the actual creation that we see in the blockbuster movie.

The Batmobile is invincible with its massive steel front bumper designed to ram anything that comes in its path. That huge engine exposed at the rear is the true reflection of the car’s offensive personality – chasing down every bad soul in town. According to Chinlund the muscular beast gets a matching Chevy V8 627 horsepower engine to give it the ultimate kick in adrenaline-induing sequences. To top it off the ride is super agile as it jumps off the ramps, ride on two wheels, and also do burnouts!

Now that the movie is there for all to see Ash Thorp has finally released the original renders of the Batmobile he sent to Reeves. Being comic buff and a die-hard Batman fan himself right since childhood, this was the perfect opportunity for Ash to showcase his design skills, and boy did he do a stellar job. It’s such a high seeing this concept Batmobile come to life and convey a deeper story!

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The Batman-worthy muscular bike oozes sense of speed and no-nonsense attitude

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Mean two-wheelers and café racers always ignite my passion for driving – concept creations included. This muscular beast by Shane Baxley is an example that got my adrenaline pumping.

One look at this mean machine and I can’t help but conjurer up the plot of the upcoming “The Batman” movie. Imagine the superhero (Robert Pattinson) appears from the dense fog in the dark corners of the city on this Bat bike (or Batcycle/Batpod) to take on the crime with Catwoman. Alright, Matt Reeves might have a more engaging opening scene for the movie coming in March 2022, but Shane’s creation got me carried away.

Dubbed the Bax Moto MK3, the motorbike is highlighted by the sleek flowing silhouette of the exposed mechanical parts, giving it a very muscular feel. The headlights and the front section edges forward – sort of intimidating the onlooker, giving me the ultimate Batcycle vibe the first time I glanced at it. The double-sided long swing arm gives the crime-fighting ride a low-slung position as the leaning forward position of the rider means it can be driven at break-neck speeds. Bax Moto MK3 is draped in an all-black finish with hints of gray to add contrast and depth.Funiq

The instrument cluster and the wheels carry the same grungy feel spiced up by the subtle lines that are apparent on the fuel tank are as well. This in a way signifies the spirit of speed and motion. Another peculiar addition to the bike is the offset headlight with the pair of fog lights – giving it a very unique sense of styling. Overall Shane has managed to bamboozle me yet again with his profoundness of automotive design, and I’m looking for more!

Designer: Shane Baxley

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HBO Max plans spin-off series based on upcoming ‘The Batman’ movie

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HBO Max is working on a police drama set in the same universe as the upcoming Batman movie, which stars Robert Pattinson as the Caped Crusader. Matt Reeves, the director of The Batman, is developing the show with Warner Bros. Television, Boardwalk Em...

Margot Robbie becomes Part of Suicide Squad

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Batman series is embarking upon their new part “Suicide Squad”. The fans out there should relish this moment as the production team has announced the name of the movie and they are likely to cast...