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In the Demilitarized Zone between North and South Korea10.06.2008
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Short Update: The solartaxi has visited the Demilitarized Zone between North and South Korea. It was very impressing, and we were guided by the Swiss Army, which is observing the zone since many decades. Then, in a heavy rainfall on the highway, water got into our power drive and the car gave out. It was simply my mistake, just couldnt stop on the highway to protect the electronics, it all happened too sudden. Now the solartaxi is already in a container and on the way to Canada. We will replace this part in Canada. Unbelievable: Asia went so smoothly, and now on the last kiloemeters in Asia such a mistake happened, stu... !! Tomorrow I will rush back to Seoul to a clinic to have my ear checked. So the solartaxi and me, we both have a breakdown. Thats all for now. I will write more and add pictures as soon as I can. Stay tuned!
by: Larry Martz
13.06.2008 03:06
Louis, Thanks again for the ride around Swissotel in Beijing. I’ve been following your progress on the net. I’m back home in Franklin Pennsylvania, USA. If your trip to D.C. brings you near our home you and your crew have a hot meal and a place to charge your car. Drive Safe. Larry & Jan Martz