Sep 09 2008

Coolest. Car. Ever.

Think plug-ins are the next big thing? Think again.

Autovolantor.jpgA company called Moller International took plug-ins a huge step forward this week when it announced the completed design of a vehicle which functions like a plug-in hybrid when on the road and gets vertical lift. Moller's Autovolantor can get you out of any traffic jam quickly, by lifting off vertically and flying up to 150 mph for a short distance. While the prototype cost around $5 million, Moller thinks it can deliver a commercial product at $250,000. No word yet on when one of these roadable aircrafts would be available or even the regulatory implications. But if you'd like to get into the nitty gritty, check out this preso from Moller on the autovolantor.

 

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