1980 Mercury Antser Concept.

Mercury’s answer to America’s driving needs in the late 1970s and beyond was shown in the proposed Antser concept car. The prototype featured an aerodynamic design, lightweight construction and an electric hybrid power system.

The batteries were powered by electric motors in all four wheels, and when they were depleted, a small generator extended the vehicle's range.

The electronic map display could be programmed to give detours and alternate routes, plus, the instrument panel displayed a computer-calculated average distance required to stop the car.

Anster was approximately the size of a Mercury Bobcat, and could seat 4-passengers (2-regular seats and 2-jump seats).

Along with a spacious back hatch compartment, the Antser was more of a two-seater, this car could accommodate two more via some jump seats in the back compartment.

The Mercury Antser was on display at the Chicago Auto Show back in 1980. The Chicago Auto Show is the oldest and largest in the North America.