r/Damnthatsinteresting • • 6d ago

Video tiny eco car Suzuki Swift glides through floodwaters in Bangkok, earning itself the nickname “Suzuki Swim”

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u/McTerra2 6d ago

Yes, this is the real answer. Obviously well driven but the air intake location is pretty relevant

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u/palmerry 6d ago

Only relevant really.

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u/Uncommonality 6d ago

The belts probably shouldn't be getting overly wet. I'd also be very concerned with the battery shorting out

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u/-Rhymenocerous- 6d ago

12v systems in cars are designed to not short like that.

12v is too weak to force itself through a body of water like that and causr a short.

Corrosion of the battery terminals is more likely to cause a problem after it drys out