When it comes to technology, Hyundai is always looking for the next big thing. In 2019, the Korean brand previewed the Ultimate Mobility Vehicle (UMV) and claimed this unique machine would enter production. Thanks to a recently discovered patent filing, it seems the "walking car" is inching closer to reality. CarBuzz found the patent, filed with the German Patent and Trademark Office.
As per the patent filing, the UMV (also known as Elevate) endeavors to go where no ordinary truck or car can. It does so by utilizing a combination of traditional wheels and legs, which allow for greater maneuverability. "In some embodiments, the wheel-leg locomotion is performed using a plurality of wheel-leg units. Four wheel-leg units are provided, which are operated jointly to enable the desired locomotion," reads the description.
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