Aquada

The "Aquada" is a vehicle manufactured by Gibbs Technologies. The Aquada is capable of driving on the road like a normal car, but it can also transition directly into the water, where it can be operated as a boat. The transition takes about five seconds and can be controlled from the driver's seat.Official Site: Gibbs Technologies

In July 2008, the British manufacturer announced it would open a plant in Detroit, Michigan, to produce the Aquada.The Detroit News: Firm to Debut Water Vehicles (July 18, 2008)

1. Nationality: New Zealand
2. Studied engineering
3. Ran a merchant bank
4. He was a half-owner of New Zealand's largest retail car dealership
5. Introduced Sky television to New Zealand
6. Started Gibbs Technologies in 1996