What is the most interesting vehicle, land sea or air, you know about?
Ever fancied an off-road vehicle that can transform into a boat in less than 15 seconds? And now you can actually buy one, as amphibious vehicle manufacturer WaterCar presents the Panther--a Jeep based off-roader that can swim.The Panther is a commercial amphibious car manufactured by California-based WaterCar. It was introduced in 2013 after 14 years of development by founder Dave March. It is currently being produced in Fountain Valley, California. It is considered the fastest amphibious car in the world and is equipped with a hydraulic off-road suspension which retracts the wheels in under eight seconds.The framework of the car consists of a hull and chromoly chassis epoxied together. The chassis, which resembles a sand rail dragster, resists impacts on land and water. The non-corrosive fiberglass body makes the Panther stronger than most boats and durable on the street. The fiberglass hull is stuffed with US Coast Guard-approved Styrofoam to aid buoyancy (it's reportedly 'unsinkable') and the patented transfer case allows power to be shifted from the engine to the propulsion jet and transmission.FeaturesThe Panther reaches water speeds of 45mph - as fast as a speedboatIt can be driven straight from the land into water The amphibious design goes from a car to a boat in just 15 secondsChromoly chassis of the carThe Panther design is solely based on the Jeep compact SUV. THE PANTHER'S SPECIFICATIONSWeight: 2950 lbsHeight: 69" windshield up, 51" windshield down, 44" windshield down, wheels retractedLength: 180"Width: 72"Water Speed: 44 mphLand Speed: 80+ mphPassengers: 4Engine: Honda 3.7 liter VTECTransmission: 4 speed manualMarine Propulsion: Panther JetBrakes: Four wheel discWheel Retraction: HydraulicFuel: 91 Octane Pump GasCooling System: Closed with marine heatWater way to drive! The world's fastest amphibious vehicle can go from car to boat in just 15 SECONDSIs it a Jeep? Is it a speedboat? No, it's WaterCar's Panther amphibious vehicle
What is the best bicycle to buy in India?
Hi,This is a very generic question, however, I will try my best to help you reach a decision. However, first let me know clarity that there is no one single bicycle in India that can be called as the best one. Best bicycle is the one that suits and fulfills your requirements.However, you can follow a simple process to shortlist some good bicycle for your self - You can refer to a detailed bicycle buying guide.These are the steps you should ideally follow:Figure out your need and requirementsTake a paper and pen and jot down where you would be riding your bicycle to.How frequently will you be using the same?Finalize your budget - One important point to keep in mind is that you will need some money to buy some essential accessories too - Helmet, Air pump, Reflectors etc - A budget around the 20K to 25K mark would be good. However, you can still buy good bicycles if you have lower budgets (Below 10000 as well)Third thing that you need to decide upon is the type of bicycle you want to buy. There three main classification amongst bicycles.Mountain Bicycles or MTBHybrid Bicycles - Useful for commuting. Most people would find this bicycle good enough for their needsRoad Bikes - Built for speed.Important Tips:Try to limit the features that you expect from a bicycle.If you plan on buying a budget bicycle (And ride it regularly in traffic) - Get atleast one disc brake. Most budget bike brakes will not work well in rains.Buy gears only if you ride in hilly areas or have a lot of bridges on your way. Please remember - More number of gears does not get you a faster bikeTry to avoid bicycles with dual suspensions. You will not only get a better bicycle in the same budget but will also save a lot money on maintenance.Some Bicycle Recommendations:Budget bicycle below Rs. 1000I would suggest you go for the Mach city iBike. This bicycle has a good built quality and comes with some gear options as well.Other good options include:Montra Helicon Disc - This is a really good bicycle below Rs. 20000 in India.If you have a good budget. Go for the Giant Escape 2 bicycle. It is a really good bike from one of the leading bicycle brands in the worldI hope this brief answer help you select the right bicycle for yourself.Do UpVote if you found this answer helpful.
Is Taiwan considered a developed country?
Most answers are irrelevant because they talk about politics instead of what Taiwan is, a first world nation. What makes a country? A country has a president and it’s own government. Taiwan is completely sovereign and has no influence from China. Taiwan also has its own president. Given those facts, how anyone else could question the validity of Taiwan as a country is ridiculous.When you apply for a visa to visit Taiwan, can you also visit China without applying for a Chinese visa? If the answer is no, then you know Taiwan is a different country. Now let’s get to the question itself.Is Taiwan a developed country? Of course it is. It ranks top 25 out of over 196 countries in the world according to its HDI. The Taiwanese society is forward thinking and tolerates differences more than Korea and Japan. Standard of living is high and major international tech brands like MSI, Acer, ASUS and HTC are founded by Taiwanese in Taiwan.