Alef Aeronautics Conducts First Public Test of Flying Car in California

The electric vehicle demonstrated vertical takeoff and flight over traffic, marking a milestone in urban mobility innovation.

Alef Aeronautics released a video showing its Model Zero prototype driving and vertically taking off in a city environment, a first for flying cars.
The vehicle uses distributed electric propulsion with a mesh-covered propeller system and features eight rotors for lift and maneuverability.
Alef's Model A, the planned commercial version, is expected to launch in 2026 with a driving range of 200 miles and a flying range of 110 miles.
The company has received 3,300 preorders for the $300,000 vehicle, which also includes autopiloting flight capabilities.
Critics on social media questioned the practicality of the technology, while others compared the test to the Wright Brothers' historic first flight.