Flying cars will come true. Already many manufacturing companies in the world are developing it, and in the near future it will begin to be marketed to consumers in various parts of the world. It may still take a few more years to make it a mode of transportation.
And the logical consequence is of course special regulations that will regulate the existence of flying cars so as not to collide with airplanes. Moreover, these cars will be operated in the air, so they have a greater risk factor and are dangerous as well than conventional cars.
Just a matter of time, because it won't be long before we will be able to take advantage of the flying car technology. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2PNRRkk) |
Innovation in the automotive world does not die. It is evident that every company competes to present the best technology to present the vehicle of the future. Even the caliber company Google is developing a flying car named Zee Aero and Kitty Hawk. Previously, Google also developed autonomous cars that could run automatically. Not only Google, a Japanese company, Toyota also designed a car called the SkyDrive that is staying by Gadang as a future car in Japan.
There are many other cars that are being developed by large companies throughout the world. Now to find out what flying cars will be launched soon, let's look at the following information:
1. Aeromobil 4.0
This is the first flying car in the world that is ready to air in 2020. This flying car was first introduced in 1990 and until now it has been developed in 4 different versions. Now for the Aeromobil 4.0, it was exhibited at the Frankfurt Motor Show which brought several changes that made it even more perfect.
Aeromobil 4.0. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2QuOjk5) |
2. Terrafugia TF-X
Just like Aeromobil 4.0 above, this car also has wings that can be bent, so that it can be used on the highway and in the air. This car is designed using electrical energy combined with a 300 horsepower engine powered by gasoline.
Terrafugia TF-X. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2QuOjk5) |
3. PAL-V Liberty
PAL-V Liberty is a flying car made by a Dutch company called PAL-V (Personal Air and Land Vehicle). Reportedly this car is marketed at a price of US $ 599 thousand or equivalent to Rp.7.9 billion.
PAL-V Liberty is a flying car made by a Dutch company called PAL-V (Personal Air and Land Vehicle). (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2QuOjk5) |
4. Switchblade
A company from the United States named Samsons Motors offers a flying car called Switchblade. This car is designed as a 2-passenger car that uses a propeller on the back and has wings that can be folded when walking on the highway.
A flying car concept named Switchblade designed by Samsons Motors. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2QuOjk5) |
5. Uber Flying Car
The largest taxi technology service provider in the world, Uber also does not want to be outdone by other technology companies. They have introduced a concept of its first flying car at the 2018 Consumer Electronic Show.
Uber flying car concept. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2QuOjk5) |
6. DeLorean
A company called DeLorean Aerospace is currently developing a 2-passenger flying car concept that can be operated electrically for a distance of up to 193 km. This car has 2 pairs of wings that are on the front and rear. There are also 2 fans to fly and go.
A double wings and fans flying car concept DeLorean. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2QuOjk5) |
7. Vahana
Vahana is a flying car concept developed by Airbus. This car combines the car with the helicopter. Although it is still a concept, Vahana will use autonomous technology and artificial intervals, so that it can run automatically.
A flying car concept by Airbus named Vahana. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2QuOjk5) |
8. Toyota Skydrive
One of the leading automotive companies from Japan, Toyota has decided to finance a sophisticated car project called Skydrive. The news. Toyota has invested up to 40 Million Yen, equivalent to Rp.4.6 Billion to the Cart!vator Group which is a flying car developer.
A promotional artwork of the flying car from the Cart!vator. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2QuOjk5) |
9. Zee.Aero and Kitty Hawk
Google founder, Larry Page has invested in two startups named, Zee.Aero and Kitty Hawk to develop future flying cars. Reportedly Larry Page has disbursed funds up to US $100 million.
It looks real, but does it work? Zee.Aero's mysterious prototype aircraft. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1b8Sku) |
A prototype of Kitty Hawk. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2QuOjk5) |
10. Cormorant
Israeli technology company Urban Aeronautics is developing a flying car called the Cormorant. Reportedly this car has an empty weight of 1.5 tons and can carry loads up to 500 kg.
Israeli technology company Urban Aeronautics is developing a flying car called the Cormorant. Reportedly this car has an empty weight of 1.5 tons and can carry loads up to 500 kg.
A prototype of the Cormorant, a drone, is pictured at Urban Aeronautics' workshop in Yavne, Israel December 22, 2016. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1hctX5) |
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