Here is some great news for car enthusiasts in Alabama. Former Chinese carmaker Benjamin Yeung is all set to open a plant in Alabama to produce the Quaranta concept car. The car maker is looking to gather $1.5 billion to turn this dream into a reality. The Quaranta is a hybrid vehicle designed by Italian design firm Italdesign Giugardo. Although not much information about the unique concept car is available we can expect this hybrid car to run on batteries, ethanol, or compressed natural gas. The windshield, roof, and side windows are all hinged to the front of the car and lift up to allow passenger entry into the car. One peculiar feature about this three seater car is that the driver’s seat is situated in the middle.

If Yeung manages to gather the money to set up the plant it could provide up to 4,000 jobs and help establish Alabama as a center of the new generation of car manufacturing. A great concept, this car plant will not only attract car enthusiasts but boost the economy as well.

[Fastcompany]

Topics: Transport Tags: on January 21, 2010

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