The road (or should we say, the runway?) to flying cars is paved with challenges, but one thing’s for sure: the race to the sky is on, and we’re all invited to watch it unfold. Just remember, the next time you see a plane zipping overhead, it might not be a plane at all—it could be the future of commuting, right in front of your eyes. Buckle up, because the skies are about to get a whole lot more crowded.
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Alef Aeronautics, an audacious aeronautical company in the U.S., has unveiled a concept version of its flying car, and it’s making waves. In a jaw-dropping demonstration, the vehicle performed a smooth vertical take-off before soaring over an SUV, proving that the age of flying cars might just be closer than we think. And no, it wasn’t some far-fetched CGI—this was the real deal.
Imagine cruising above the traffic
Alef Aeronautics, an audacious aeronautical company in the U.S., has unveiled a concept version of its flying car, and it’s making waves. In a jaw-dropping demonstration, the vehicle performed a smooth vertical take-off before soaring over an SUV, proving that the age of flying cars might just be closer than we think. And no, it wasn’t some far-fetched CGI—this was the real deal.
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Yes, you read that right. The flying car, for all its futuristic charm, has a cockpit designed to fit “one and a half people.” So, while it’s a perfect solution for solo travelers, you’ll have to rethink your plans if you’re dreaming of a romantic evening high in the sky.
Name the price
before you start dreaming of flying above your daily commute, let’s talk numbers. For the low price of $300,000 (£237,000), buyers will get an electric flying car with an impressive range of 110 kilometers (68 miles) on a single charge. Sure, it’s not exactly cross-country material, but it’s more than enough for city commutes or weekend getaways... that is, if you’re flying solo.Yes, you read that right. The flying car, for all its futuristic charm, has a cockpit designed to fit “one and a half people.” So, while it’s a perfect solution for solo travelers, you’ll have to rethink your plans if you’re dreaming of a romantic evening high in the sky.
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The mastermind behind this aviation revolution is Jim Dukhovny, the CEO of Alef Aeronautics, who recently shared exciting news with the BBC's senior technology reporter, Chris Vallance. According to Dukhovny, the company already has thousands of pre-orders on the books and plans to start production in as little as 12 months. That's right—flying cars could be ready to hit the skies before you know it. Just picture this: traffic jams? Not in your world.
The mastermind behind this aviation revolution is Jim Dukhovny, the CEO of Alef Aeronautics, who recently shared exciting news with the BBC's senior technology reporter, Chris Vallance. According to Dukhovny, the company already has thousands of pre-orders on the books and plans to start production in as little as 12 months. That's right—flying cars could be ready to hit the skies before you know it. Just picture this: traffic jams? Not in your world.
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