The AMAZING Holden Hurricane. by blinkings
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Description
The Holden Hurricane was a two seat concept car built by Holden in 1969. The Hurricane was one of the most advanced vehicles for its time, with Holden describing it as a research vehicle, allowing them "to study design trends, propulsion systems and other long range developments".
The Hurricane stood at just 990 millimeters (39 in) tall and was powered by a mid-mounted high-compression 4.2 litre Holden V8 engine, producing 193 kilowatts (259 hp). The Hurricane did not feature conventional doors; instead, a hydraulically powered canopy swung forwards over the front wheels and the seats rose up and titled forward. Other features included Pathfinder, an early style of GPS, which acted in conjunction with magnetic signals built into the road to guide the driver.[2] It also contained digital instrument displays, automatic temperature control air conditioning called Comfortron, an auto-seek radio function and a rear-view camera, which consisted of a wide angle camera in the rear bumper connected to a closed-circuit television (CCTV) screen in the centre console.
That's right..... A REAR FACING CAMERA IN 1969!!!!!!!!
Great historical video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iezc14zdYCM

Comments (8)
and of course the major auto fiends poo-pooed the rear-view camera back then Great and very interesting car
Delightfully Fantastic Image,
Very fine car !
Add To Boat Printo! Stan
Stunning capture my friend. God bless.
Amazing stuff, and what a cool car!
That doesn't surprise me mate, it takes forever for things to reach us mortals - if ever.. Some are even blocked (I'm sure) by mega corporations.. Electric cars? Did you know that Auto pilots and Air to air refuelling were tested before WW2.. Much more as well, but.... Great looking car.. Well found. rob
An amazing concept car Andrew!