GOVE: the futuristic vehicle from GAG that combines land and air mobility

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Flying car that splits and flies over traffic makes a splash at a fair in ChinaGOVE: Futuristic vehicle from GAG combines land and air mobility (X @dominictsz)

The “GOVE“, a futuristic vehicle presented by Guangzhou Automobile Group at the Zhuhai Airshow, grabs attention for being a mix of car and aircraft.

Its unusual design allows the vehicle to split into two parts: while the top capsule with one passenger can fly above the traffic, the car’s base autonomously drives itself to a charging station.

With a capacity for two occupants, the flying capsule is equipped with 12 propellers and electric motors, and can reach up to 130 km/h, covering a distance of 200 km at an altitude of up to 3,000 meters.

Although the concept has generated excitement on social media, there are doubts about the practicality and safety of the vehicle. The lack of adequate infrastructure, such as sufficient charging stations, along with potential risks of the vehicle losing charge mid-air, raises questions about the feasibility of the idea. Additionally, using solar power to fuel these stations may face issues on low-light days, making the idea even more complex.

Despite the criticism, the “GOVE” reflects the growing interest in eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) vehicles, which aim to revolutionize urban transport and reduce congestion. The Guangzhou Automobile Group, founded in 1995 and one of the largest car manufacturers in China, sees this project as an opportunity to consolidate its position in the automotive innovation market, seeking to expand the infrastructure network to make the concept viable in the future.

Source: The Sun | Photo: X @dominictsz | This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team

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