January 23, 2026 2:03 pm

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China’s Flying Car Era Takes Off: GAC’s AirCab Pre-Bookings Live

Published by: Gill Bikram

China’s Flying Car Era Takes Off: GAC’s AirCab Pre-Bookings Live

China edges closer to becoming the world’s first nation with commercial flying cars operating on roads and skies. GAC Group’s GOVY unit launched pre-bookings for its mass-produced AirCab eVTOL—the nation’s first major flying car.

💰 Price & Order Surge

  • Cost: 1.68 million yuan (~₹1.94-2.15 crore).

  • Demand: Over 2,000 orders secured—total value exceeds 3.3 billion yuan (~$474M).

🛠️ AirCab Specifications

  • Design: 2-seater with overhead rotors.

  • Material: 90%+ carbon fiber body (lightweight, durable).

  • Charging: High-density batteries—full charge in 25 minutes.

  • Range: 30 km (18.6 miles) per charge.

  • Safety: Autonomous flight + smart obstacle-avoidance sensors.

📅 Delivery & Future Plans

  • Timeline: First customer deliveries by end-2026.

  • Use Cases: Initially for tourism, VIP transport, emergency services.

  • Infrastructure: Shanghai, Shenzhen easing low-altitude airspace rules.

Interesting Note: Besides GAC, XPeng AeroHT also preps 2026 flying car launch, signaling China’s aggressive urban air mobility push.

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