by Gabrielle DeSantis

Recreational vehicles can provide a ton of fun, whether you’re riding an ATV on land or a jet ski on the water. Maybe you prefer tearing through the forest on an ATV. Maybe you prefer tearing through water on a jet ski. However, what if you want to do both? While it is fun to accumulate recreational toys, it can be expensive to get both. That brings us to the topic of amphibious vehicles like the Gibbs Quadski, an ATV that turns into a jet ski.  

How do ATVs and jet skis work?

All-terrain vehicles, or ATVs, have four low-pressure or non-pneumatic tires, a seat you have to straddle, and handlebars to control steering. A Type I ATV only has room for one person, the driver, with no space for passengers. A Type II ATV has space for a passenger to sit behind the driver. If you don’t have a Type II ATV, you should never bring along a passenger. 

Jet skis are personal watercrafts or PWCs, and technically, Jet Ski is a specific brand name from Kawasaki. However, colloquially, jet ski often refers to the whole class of PWCs. A PWC uses an inboard jet drive as its primary propulsion source and is designed to be operated by a driver sitting, standing, or kneeling on the PWC. There are single rider PWCs and multiple rider PWCs, and as with ATVs, if it is not designed to have more than one person, you should not have any additional riders. 

What is the Gibbs Quadski (ATV/jet ski)?

Gibbs Sports Amphibians introduced the Quadski to the world in 2013, an amphibious vehicle that is both an ATV and a jet ski. With a BMW Motorrad K1300 water-cooled four-stroke inline-four engine that puts out 140 hp and 87 lb-ft of torque, the Quadski has a top speed of 45 mph on both water and land. When you’re riding it on land, the suspension with independent coil springs and hydraulic dampers allows excellent handling and a great ride. Additionally, when you want to hit the water, a single push of a button causes the suspension and wheels to retract in under five seconds, and the jet propulsion system takes over.

You can’t get a new Gibbs Quadski, but you can get a used one

When Gibbs manufactured the Quadski and the Quadski XL, they made over 1000 vehicles, which have all been sold. So, unfortunately, you can’t get a new Quadski, but you can look for used models for sale. When you are looking for a used Quadski, you need to be aware of a recall Gibbs had in 2015. According to Gibbs, the recall was due to handlebars failing during operation, which could cause the driver to lose control. So, if you are buying an earlier model, you need to make sure it wasn’t part of the recall or that it was repaired. 

If you really want to combine riding across land and sea without spending money on separate ATVs and jet skis, trying to find a used Quadski should be your top priority. You can start by checking out Google to see where you might be able to find one. Additionally, don’t head down to a dealer without first doing a little research. Since you can’t buy them new anymore, you might not find them at a dealership, even one with used recreational vehicles.

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by Gabrielle DeSantis

If you’ve ever faced range anxiety, then you may have faced slow charging problems as well. But luckily, the 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is working on a faster charging solution. Check out how the Hyundai Ioniq 5 will change the electric vehicle game. 

The 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 works on faster charging 

The 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is working on providing a much faster charging time compared to rivals like the Ford Mustang Mach-E and the Tesla Model Y. For example, with a standard three-prong plug that you use with a 120-volt outlet provides about three miles of range per hour. But three miles of range per hour can take ages to provide a full charge. 

If you upgrade to an adaptor that utilizes a 240-volt outlet, you can gain between 15 to 30 miles of charge per hour, which is much better. But still, if you’re at a charging station that’s about 50 to 100 miles away from your destination, then you still might be waiting for hours. 

You’ll probably want to either find a DC fast charging station or have a fast charger installed at your home to provide much quicker charging times. The Mustang Mach-E can charge from 0 to 80 percent in about 102 minutes, and the Tesla Supercharger provides 200 miles in 15 minutes. 

But it can be challenging to find fast-charging stations that are online. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 looks to maximize the fast charging capability of the E-GMP platform to provide the best results in terms of range replenishing ratio. 

How does the Ioniq 5 work? 

Hyundai Motor Group seeks to improve the gap between EVs and ICE refueling time. Ryan Miller, Manager of Electrified Powertrain Development for Hyundai Kia America Technical Center, shared that the 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 will dominate the Tesla Model Y regarding miles of range added. 

They developed a state-of-the-art cooling system that encompasses in-cell cooling. The edge of the physical battery cells contact the cooling plate, allowing rapid cooling to occur during fast charging. 

This is crucial for achieving a much higher average charger power compared to rivals, which only reach peak value values for a limited amount of time. This is why charging times often slow down after reaching an 80 percent charge. 

Plus, E-GMP batteries is an 800 V nominal voltage. It reduces amperage to improve overall efficiency while the man bottlenecks for charging times include cell chemistry and cooling. 

As a result, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 can recharge from 10 to 80 percent in only 18 minutes with a fast charger. About 68 miles can be gained in about five minutes. A 240-volt outlet may provide about 30 miles of range per hour. 

A little more about the Ioniq 5 

The expected price for the 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is about $45,000. The rear-drive model provides 225 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque. The more powerful all-wheel drive model generates 320 hp and 446 lb-ft of torque. Hyundai estimates that the Ioniq 5 can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in about 5.2 seconds. It also has an estimated range of 300 miles. 

You’ll see that the interior features a futuristic, luxury design. The flat floor provides maxim passenger and cargo space. Plus, the seats recline and incorporate footrests. Relax and enjoy the panoramic glass roof. 

The head-up display with augmented reality can project navigation directions on the windshield. A 12.0-inch digital gauge cluster shares a panel in the dash with a 12.0-inch touchscreen. Of course, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are included. 

With a longer wheelbase than the three-row Hyundai Palisade, the Ioniq 5 is incredibly spacious. It should also provide a smoother ride. We can’t wait to get behind the wheel to see how it performs. 

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