It has been described as a ‘flying eyebrow’, centipede and an electric jet ski.
But one thing is for sure, this bizarre, 18-wheel-drive ATV is certainly a peculiar thing to watch.
The eco-friendly prototype is both an all-terrain vehicle and watercraft which can traverse rocks, sand, mud and even water.
Even more incredible is that it features an innovative suspension system where each of the 18 wheels has its own electric motor, allowing for adjustable movement.
This allows them to act like toothbrush bristles as they adapt to multiple terrains, including overcoming obstacles higher than 7.9 inches (20 cm) without a loss of speed.
Strange: It has been described as a ‘flying eyebrow’, centipede and an electric jet ski. But one thing is for sure, this bizarre, 18-wheel-drive ATV is certainly a peculiar thing to watch
Finnish company 18 Wheels first revealed a prototype last year but is set to unveil an updated version in October.
‘Our ATV does not destroy the soil, is safe for nature, and has a significantly better dynamic performance and cross-country ability than any ATV,’ the company said.
In the video showing off the first model, the electric ATV can be seen clearing jagged rocks, banging over tree trunks and driving through shallow water with little difficulty.
‘Our all-terrain vehicle is able to overcome large obstacles at high speed,’ said inventor and founder of 18 Wheels, Eldar Aliev.
The eco-friendly prototype is both an all-terrain vehicle and watercraft which can traverse rocks, sand, mud and even water
Even more incredible is that it features an innovative suspension system where each of the 18 wheels has its own electric motor, allowing for adjustable movement
This allows them to act like toothbrush bristles as they adapt to multiple terrains, including overcoming obstacles higher than 7.9 inches (20 cm) without a loss of speed
‘I mean rocks up to 35 centimeters (14 inches) high, fallen trees, kerbs and even stairs.
‘Our all-terrain vehicle can drive over stairs. I dare say no other vehicle on this planet can do that.’
He added: ‘Our all-terrain vehicle puts very low pressure on the ground, so it does not damage the soil, grass and lawn.’
Aliev said his company was now looking for further investment ahead of the release of its pre-production second prototype later this year.
On its website, 18 Wheels also states that it plans to operate test drives of the prototype for all who want a go.
Finnish company 18 Wheels first revealed a prototype last year but is set to unveil an updated version in October
On its website, 18 Wheels also states that it plans to operate test drives of the prototype for all who want a go
WHAT CAN THE ‘FLYING EYEBROW’ PROTOTYPE DO?
‘Our ATV does not destroy the soil, is safe for nature, and has a significantly better dynamic performance and cross-country ability than any ATV,’ the company said
The eco-friendly prototype from 18 Wheels is both an all-terrain vehicle and watercraft.
It can traverse:
- Sand
- Jagged rocks
- Mud
- Tree stumps
- Kerbs
- Fallen trees
- Water
It features an innovative suspension system where each of the 18 wheels has its own electric motor, allowing for adjustable movement.
This allows them to act like toothbrush bristles as they adapt to multiple terrains, including overcoming obstacles higher than 7.9 inches (20 cm) without a loss of speed.
