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Global Warming Concept Car
The ASQ is a car, boat and submarine.
The Audi ASQ concept was created by design graduate Juyoung Kim. The ASQ has been designed as a result of a global warming disaster when the world's sea levels would rise dramatically as a result of melting polar ice caps.
On land the ASQ uses an advanced form of Audi's quattro all-wheel-drive system. The front wheels are spherical in shape which helps to increase maneuverability. Once in the water the ASQ switches over to an aquatic version of the quattro drive system using water jet propulsion - similar to a jetski.
The interior of the Audi ASQ concept has three seats - instead of a more conventional four seat layout - to increase the overall interior space. This is further enhanced through the use of a 100% transparent upper section of the cabin which incorporates a single piece windscreen, roof, and rear window and frameless side windows. The floor of the ASQ also features transparent panels to allow the occupants to see into the water below.
Powering the Audi ASQ is a hydrogen fueled engine which acts as a electrical generator. The electricity is used to supply power to batteries which in turn provide power to the four electric motors.