The strolling car
31 January 2019 |
2:41 pm
South Korean automaker Hyundai has made a major move into the future with a car that can walk and climb on wheeled legs. The 'Elevate' vehicle was designed with first responders in mind will allow anyone navigate complicated terrains after an accident or natural disaster.
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