Moller International is the design group who has been promising us a flying car for several years. They now claim to be only two years away from a Ferrari-inspired, flying vehicle called, the "Autovolantor." The vehicle will be powered by eight fans mounted in the fuselage that push the car forward on the ground (top speed of 100 mph) and up into the air (150 mph.)
Something tells me that it’s not this simple. Even if they manage to produce a car that can go airborne, there are a lot of logistics to take care of before people "fly" to work. Licenses, air-traffic, mechanics, insurance...
Flying Ferraris in 2010
The Moller International 'Autovolantor'
Trend Themes
1. Flying Cars - The push for flying cars will lead to opportunities in aviation technology and urban transportation.
2. Personal Air Vehicles - As personal air vehicles become more prevalent, there will be a need for regulations and infrastructure development.
3. Electric VTOL - The development of electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (VTOL) vehicles will revolutionize urban transportation.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - Opportunities exist for automotive companies to innovate in electric VTOL technology.
2. Aviation - The aviation industry will need to adapt to the rise of personal air vehicles and develop infrastructure for this mode of transportation.
3. Insurance - New types of insurance products and regulations will have to be developed to account for the risks associated with personal air vehicles.