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 When it comes to eccentric engineering, few names spark as much curiosity and admiration as Edd China . Known to millions as the tall, inventive co-host of Wheeler Dealers , Edd has spent his career proving that machines can be both practical and delightfully absurd. From Guinness World Records to road‑legal furniture, his creations blur the line between engineering and performance art. From University Project to World Record Edd’s journey began at London South Bank University , where he dreamed up his first major invention: the Casual Lofa . This motorized sofa, complete with a coffee table joystick, flower vase, and working headlights, wasn’t just a stunt—it was a fundraiser for a Sahara Desert expedition. In 1998, it roared into the record books as the fastest furniture in the world , hitting 87 km/h (55 mph). The Man Who Put Wheels on Everything The sofa was just the start. Edd went on to create: A motorized office desk for commuting through London traffic A driving drinks ca...