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Avoiding Congestion James Bond Style

Posted by: Abhijeet Chavan
Thanks to: Abhijeet Chavan
4 September 2003 - 6:00am

A new amphibious sports car can speed over land and water.

"A sports car which can travel on water at the touch of a button has been given a test drive on the Thames.The convertible Aquada Sports Amphibian, which can reach up to 100mph on land, uses a jet to propel it through water at speeds of over 30mph...[Company founder Alan Gibbs] said it was meant as a sports car and a sports boat.'But it could be a commuter city vehicle which avoids commuter congestion, " he added.'"

Full Story: Amphibious car drives over water
Source: BBC News, September 3, 2003
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