The Air Car

[YuGoStaR]

OK so this was on 'Beyond Tomorrow' a while ago. Recently I have done quite a bit of research into the concept, it's very interesting.

A description of the models to be produced is available Here
It is an extremely interesting concept to me, and it is very well explained on the website, the engine is described HERE

Some quick specifications of the vehicles include:

Weight: 750 kg
Maximum speed: 110 kmh
Mileage: 200 - 300 km
Recharge time: 4 hours (Mains connector at home)
Recharge time: 3 minutes (Air station)

The Urban Vehicle: MiniCat


The 'Longer Distance Vehicle': CityCat



As well as using Air as its source for power, the engine may also be switched to 'fuel mode' as they call it. A quote from the website:
" But when the car is used outside urban areas at speeds over 50 km/h, the engines will switch to fuel mode. The engine will be able to use gasoline, gas oil, bio diesel, gas, liquidized gas, ecological fuel, alcohol, etc"

Apparently in this arrangement, the car can achieve 2000km for one fuel stop.


To me this is a great concept for a vehicle. I mean its not exactly a cruiser, but for a daily driver its great. I would definately like to get one.

The company states it is after more investment to enable production of their vehivles. How can we inform Aussie companies of this great product. I don't know if Ford or Holden, whoever, if they would be interested? I think it's worth asking though, it's a great concept.

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