GM's Surprise Flying Taxi
Cadillac e-VTOL Flying Taxi
New Form of Personal Air Mobility
GM surprised the world at CES 2021 by introducing a totally unexpected Cadillac personal flying machine. It's an electric powered, autonomous e-VTOL. The vehicle takes off and lands vertically. It is sleek and futuristic looking. It is a flying drone that GM calls a flying taxi. This is not a flying car as it cannot be driven.
Highly Advanced GM EV Technology
GM has invested $27 billion into the development of electric vehicles. It is utilizing its on-road electric vehicle technologies to go airborne. The personal flying vehicle is totally powered by batteries. GM's top of the line Ultium EV battery platform is likely to play a major role in the e-VTOL, which has zero emissions. The four-rotor aircraft is powered by a 90 kWh electric motor. It can reach speeds of 56 mph. At this stage of its development, it is a one-seater and designed for short commutes.
GM Going Into the Personal Mobility Vehicle Business
The new e-VTOL concept underscores GM's plans for developing personal air mobility vehicles. It also demonstrates GM's belief in the potential of e-VTOLs dramatically changing the future of commuting. FCA Chrysler and Hyundai are also developing their own flying taxis. Meanwhile, GM says it will release 30 new electric vehicles by 2025.
Future Modes of Travel 2020's & 2030
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