While many modern EVs (like the Tesla Cybertruck or Rivian R1T) claim "brief" amphibious capabilities due to sealed battery packs, the only true "floating cars" are dedicated Amphibious Vehicles. The most famous historical example is the Amphicar 770 from the 1960s, which used twin propellers to move at 7 mph in water. In 2026, the Gibbs Aquada remains the high-speed benchmark, capable of over 30 mph on water with its "retractable wheel" technology. There is also the WaterCar Panther, which is essentially a Jeep-style body on a boat hull. For those at Disney Springs, you can still ride in vintage "Amphicars" as a tourist attraction. However, it is a vital "don't try this at home" warning: standard cars are not designed for buoyancy or water displacement; once water reaches the air intake or the electrical systems, the engine will "hydro-lock" and the car will sink. Only vehicles specifically engineered with water-tight hulls and nautical propulsion systems are safe to transition from road to lake.