Zongshen patented a complex and curious rear steering system, mounted on a scooter, that would turn the land vehicle into a true unstoppable amphibious.
The concept is based on a modification of the vehicle’s steering system, which no longer has the traditional front steering and now has rear steering. This solution allows the rear suspension assembly – and the rear tire – to rotate freely for classic asphalt driving. This system, in “water” mode, would rotate 90° to be transverse to the longitudinal axis of the scooter and function as a true propeller.
Initially, Zongshen built the scooter frame based on a steel structure with four internal floats to ensure the vehicle’s “navigation.” Subsequently, it made the rear axle movable to allow movement both by water and by land.
For propulsion in the water, the rear wheel turns into a propeller, a requirement that requires a suspension that allows this particular mobility without compromising the driving dynamics on the road. The traction, both for driving in water and on land, is managed by an electric motor located above the rear suspension.
At the moment, we do not have more information about the practical application of this vehicle and it is also difficult to imagine a concrete use for it, especially due to its very low power.
