The prospect of losing the use of one’s legs is tragic, but it doesn’t mean the loss of mobility, let alone never again enjoying off-road adventure. That’s thanks to this awesome invention from across the pond–the HexHog, built by Da Vinci Mobility.

Invented by Sion Pierce, a young Welsh engineer, the HexHog is a six-wheeled electric vehicle (is it too weird to call it an ATV? Nah!) that is pushing the boundaries of what it means to be mobile. Even though it is still in its prototype phase, the HexHog is already proving useful for a multitude of terrains including dirt, rocks, and packed sand.

The HexHog began as a college project for Pierce. “The main concept [of the HexHog] was to inspire confidence and safety for people who just want to access the countryside and recreational fun,” said Pierce.

Built on a flexible chassis, the HexHog offers independent suspension on all six wheels, affording a decent degree of articulation over rocks and other obstacles that get in the way of the tires. The lithium-ion battery diverts power to all six wheels, which can traverse and spin the HexHog to make turns.

Controlling the HexHog is hardly different from operating a normal powered wheelchair, since the HexHog uses a similar setup of buttons and joystick. And to ease transfer from a normal wheelchair to the the HexHog, the seat lowers to assist in lifting oneself in and out of the machine.

By all accounts, the HexHog seems to be the best answer for personal mobility when it comes to the great outdoors. Find out more about this product by visiting Da Vinci Mobility online.