 Luxury Cars: With new products and
technology being unveiled daily, I know that a
recantation of my upcoming assertion is likely to be
forthcoming. We really cannot walk on water! However,
thanks to the Cool Amphibious Manufacturers
Incorporated (C.A.M.I.), driving across it is not a
problem as long as the depth of water is around four
feet. So far C.A.M.I. has produced several large
unsinkable vehicles, which are Terra Wind and Ford
Explorer variants, along with its small and sporty
Hydra Spyder. Perhaps such extreme-opposite vehicle
types are presented to prove that size really doesn't
matter at all when designing these magnificent,
dual-transmission amphibious vehicles.
The Hydra Spyder's prototype features a 502
cubic-inch, fuel-injected engine, whereas the
production units contain the Corvette LS2 Gen IV
engine and a six-speed TKO high-performance manual
transmission. It also has front-wheel drive, a
four-wheel disc-brake system, 17-inch rims and wheels,
and a stainless steel Sidewinder exhaust system. On
the boat side, the hull is all aluminum, which doesn't
rust, and the upper structure is made of fiberglass. A
Berkley Marine Jet powers the Hydra Spyder, while a
computerized air-ride retractable four-point front and
rear suspension system keeps it afloat. All of the
additional weight brought on the frame to function as
a boat is at the bottom of the vehicle. So, its
heaviness doesn't impact the vehicle's roadworthiness.
Transitioning from land to water or vice versa is as
simple as switching transmissions from the car's to
the boat's.
C.A.M.I's "car-boats" were featured on ABC's Good
Morning America and numerous other TV programs,
magazines and newspapers worldwide. Although these
vehicles can be operated in saltwater, ocean voyages
are not recommended. Visit the firm's website for
specific pricing, a list of optional features, and to
see the vehicles in production.
For LxM James Rothaar |
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