Incredible plan for flying SUPERCAR that transforms into giant drone-like helicopter with folding wings and rotors

The XPENG AEROHT eVTOL is a unique flying automobile that is being developed to pave the way for cars in the air.

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Unveiled during the Xpeng Tech Day 2023, the AEROHT eVTOL gives an updated look at the company's future for flying cars.

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Shifting from the concept of using two large propellers on fold-out arms, the company is now moving to a more practical four-arm system with eight-mounted motors on the wings.

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The sporty-looking car will still store its flight gear internally, where it won't get damaged by highway debris.

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The coaxially-placed propellers will help with extra control and redundancy.

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Xpeng revealed a video of the car showing the vehicle's elongated roof lifting to allow the airframe arms to fold out.

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Elsewhere in the cabin, the steering wheel retracts out of the way so the driver can take the joystick and become the pilot.

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