VonMercier blends cutting-edge hovercraft and hybrid-electric vehicle innovation to create AROSA the world’s first luxury sports hovercraft..
The Arosa sports hovercraft crafted from carbon fiber and metal alloys is an amphibious vehicle that can travel over land, water and a variety of terrain in between. It does this by traveling on a cushion of air and essentially flying right above the surface. The air cushion is suspended inside a flexible reinforced fabric skirt which helps compensate for changes in terrain and gives clearance for obstacles.
The Arosa is the most maneuverable personal hovercraft in the world. The innovative, patented directional control system enables advanced maneuverability in the forward, lateral and reverse directions, so you can stop and go with ease. Intuitive pilot inputs make flying the hovercraft easy to learn and enjoy. The low profile body, aggressive front end, and powerful side thrust intakes make the Arosa the first truly modern hovercraft design. Marine features, such as side decks and an open cockpit, blend with automotive supercar inspiration to embody the versatility and function of this luxury sports hovercraft. At a glance you can sense that Arosa is ready for action.
Tandem sport seating provides a comfortable, balanced ride inside the open air cabin. Side decks provide additional seating for more passengers. Lower hull decks make it easier to board from the water, and top decks allow for easy entry from a dock. Recessed side steps make it possible to enter and exit from dry land.
A gasoline engine is used to generate electricity for the three independent electric motors of the drive system. The motors enable fine-tuned controlled thrust, while the gasoline engine is optimized for maximum fuel efficiency. A battery pack is used to hold reserve power that can be applied to the motors for quick boosts in performance. The gasoline engine is isolated from the cockpit and outside environment to reduce noise and pollution levels.
VonMercier will produce just 60 examples of the Arosa with a starting price from $75,000.
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