The CES 2024 is buzzing with excitement and one of the main attractions? The XPeng AeroHT eVTOL. This isn’t just any flying car; it’s a statement of futuristic travel. XPeng AeroHT, known as Asia’s largest flying car company, has outdone itself with this design. Picture this: a vehicle that can switch from driving on roads to soaring in the sky. Now, that’s something!
Details about XPeng AeroHT eVTOL
The XPeng AeroHT eVTOL flying car is a mix of clever engineering and style. It has eight carbon fiber whirring blades. Yeah, those blades that help it fly? They fold right into the body when you’re driving. Imagine cruising down the street with those tucked away. The designers really thought about safety here because, let’s face it, nobody wants helicopter blades at neck level while walking.
The cockpit is cozy, fitting just two people. That’s because the rest of the space is for those folded blades. Inside, you’ve got this cool square wheel, kind of like a yoke and a joystick. It’s like being in a video game, but real.
Now, about the power – it’s all-electric. But since this is still a concept, that’s about all we know on that front. XPeng AeroHT is also working on another project, the Modular Flying Car. It’s got a Ground Module and an Air Module – think of a futuristic van that opens up to reveal a small helicopter. This car is all about electric power, 6×6 all-wheel drive, and it even has rear-wheel steering.
The company’s goal? To create the safest, smartest electric flying car for personal use. And they are certainly on the right track with their designs that seem straight out of a sci-fi film.
They’ve finished the key tests for R&D, and now they’re gearing up for mass production. The final design isn’t set yet, but it already looks like something from a moon mission – sleek, sharp, and cyber-mechanical.
Here are its features listed, according to Elektrek:
Ground Module:
- Room for four to five passengers.
- An extended-range electric powertrain that can recharge the air module.
- A three-axle, six-wheel configuration for that 6×6 all-wheel drive and fancy rear-wheel steering.
Air Module:
- A fully electric, piloted aircraft for vertical takeoff and low-altitude flight.
- Its electric propulsion system is designed for top-notch safety.
- You can drive it manually or set it to automatic.
- The two-person cockpit offers a stunning 270-degree view.
CES 2024 flying car
Over at CES 2024, the XPENG AEROHT eVTOL is more than just a showpiece; it’s a full-on experience. Imagine a supercar that can just take off into the sky. That’s this car. It has the sleek look and feel of a supercar but can switch from land to air.
In land mode, it looks like a stunning road car with all its flying bits neatly folded away. But it transforms when it shifts to flight mode, ready for vertical takeoff and landing. This isn’t just for show; it’s practical, allowing you to navigate through tight spaces and avoid obstacles, perfect for those short trips or when you’re trying to avoid traffic.
In short, XPeng AeroHT eVTOL at CES 2024 isn’t just a glimpse into the future of travel; it’s a bold statement that the future is here and exciting, safe, and incredibly cool.
Featured image credit: XPeng AeroHT
