Chinese ‘Flying Car’ for Land and Air Makes First Public Flight in Dubai, Video Goes Viral
- Every year, China attempts to amaze the rest of the world with its technological innovations
- This time it's a flying car, and it has many people talking about the different possibilities with the latest technology
- Many people watch the two-seater electric car lift off into the air on its maiden public flight in Dubai
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Chinese electronic vehicle maker Xpeng Inc (9868.HK) has tested its electric flying car in public.
The car, which is name X2 made its first public flight in the United Arab Emirates as the company works towards launching electric aircraft on international markets.
Reuters report that the X2 is a two-seater electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft that is lifted by eight propellers - two at each corner of the vehicle.
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Monday's unmanned, 90-minute test flight in Dubai was described by its manufacturer as an important base for the next generation of flying cars.
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Minguan Qiu, general manager of Xpeng Aeroht said:
"We are making step-by-step (moves) to the international market, First we selected Dubai city because Dubai is the most innovative city in the world."
The world reacts to the flying car
@Jake said:
"If you looking from the distance it looks more like a flying drone"
RespectOthers added:
"It sounds pretty quiet. That’s a great selling point."
@Captainwold also said
"Looks beautiful, I hope they are successful in bringing it to market. I've a feeling that the first company that does manage that will create a whole new market for others to join."
@Anjali Hitang could not hide her amazement
"12 hours ago (edited)Wow ! This innovation will be a limestone for developing nations with high mountains and cliff that's off from Nepal"
@Snuckel remarked:
13 hours ago"What happen if there's engine failure? The rotor is too small for auto-rotation, the weight capacity is smaller than conventional civillian helicopter and its less faster."
Mustapha Gajibo builds electric buses in Maiduguri
In a related development, Legit.ng reported that a Nigerian man who is based in Maiduguri produced electric cars.
According to the story, the young man is named Mustapha Gajibo and he dropped out of UNIMAID.
His story went viral and excited Nigerians who said he should be supported with funds.
Source: Legit.ng
