GAC Launches Pre-sales for $234,000 GOVY AirCab eVTOL
Chinese automaker GAC has officially commenced pre-orders for its new electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) air taxi, the GOVY AirCab, priced at RMB 1.68 million ($234,000). The vehicle was unveiled at the International Automotive and Supply Chain Expo in Hong Kong, marking a significant step in China's emerging low-altitude economy sector. Constructed with 90% carbon fiber, the unmanned multi-rotor aircraft features a rapid charging capability, reaching full power in just 25 minutes. Deliveries are scheduled to begin by the end of 2026. Prior to widespread commercial availability, GAC plans to initiate pilot services within the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area later this year. This development highlights intensifying competition among Chinese manufacturers, as state-owned rival Changan Automobile also announced plans to complete its first flying vehicle test flight by year's end. The initiative aligns with Beijing's strategic push to develop infrastructure and technology for low-altitude passenger transport, positioning eVTOLs as a key component of future urban mobility solutions in the region.
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GAC Launches Pre-sales for $234,000 GOVY AirCab eVTOL
Chinese automaker GAC has officially commenced pre-orders for its new electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) air taxi, the GOVY AirCab, priced at RMB 1.68 million ($234,000). The vehicle was unveiled at the International Automotive and Supply Chain Expo in Hong Kong, marking a significant step in China's emerging low-altitude economy sector. Constructed with 90% carbon fiber, the unmanned multi-rotor aircraft features a rapid charging capability, reaching full power in just 25 minutes. Deliveries are scheduled to begin by the end of 2026. Prior to widespread commercial availability, GAC plans to initiate pilot services within the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area later this year. This development highlights intensifying competition among Chinese manufacturers, as state-owned rival Changan Automobile also announced plans to complete its first flying vehicle test flight by year's end. The initiative aligns with Beijing's strategic push to develop infrastructure and technology for low-altitude passenger transport, positioning eVTOLs as a key component of future urban mobility solutions in the region.
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