Take A Look At Malaysia's First Bus That Runs Both On Land And Water

The vehicle which can operate both on water and land was seen making waves at Sungai Terengganu, from Kampung Losong Feri to Pulau Wan Man in a 45-minute test run yesterday.

The purchase of the amphicoach was approved by former Terengganu Menteri Besar, Datuk Seri Ahmad Said. The coach was purchased to ferry victims during the monsoon floods and to boost tourism in Terengganu.

The deal has been heavily scrutinised and politicised by opposition parties as the vehicle was supposed to have been delivered to Malaysia by mid-2015. It was believed that the delay was caused by transportation issues as well as amphicoach's failure to meet specifications required by the state government.

Malaysia is the first country in the Southeast Asia region to own this unique vehicle.

Norabina Abdul Rahman, 40, from Ladang told Sinar Harian, "It was very satisfying to see such unique bus as well as the fact that we are the only state to own the vehicle. Not every country has an amphibious bus and Terrenganu is a state which owns one."

Zailawati Ali, 42, told Sinar Harian reporter, "As a Terengganu local, I'm proud that we own this vehicle. I've only seen this vehicle on YouTube and it's my first time seeing it with my own eyes."

The amphibious coach is also expected to be used as a travel attraction at Tasik Kenyir, as well as providing a whole new experience to visitors.