- From Innovation to Daily Use
- Toward Scaled Production and Commercial Launch
- Bridging Ground and Air Mobility Technologies
Chery is preparing to enter the world of smart aerial mobility with the announcement of its first electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicle, set to launch in October. With this move, Chery joins the ranks of leading Chinese brands shaping the low altitude economy. This bold step reflects a clear ambition to redefine the concept of transportation, extending beyond roads to the skies through advanced technological solutions tailored for everyday use.
From Innovation to Daily Use
During a tech forum in the city of Chongqing, Wang Junjie, Director of Chery’s Flying Car Lab, announced that the company will begin the certification process for its first flying car model in October. This marks a key step toward making the vehicle available for everyday use within residential areas. Through this initiative, Chery aims to move the concept of flying cars beyond laboratory testing and into practical, real life applications that serve individual mobility needs.
This direction aligns with China’s national strategy to develop the low altitude economy by utilizing the airspace close to the ground for smart transportation and aerial services. Such efforts are expected to accelerate the adoption and widespread use of flying cars in the near future.
Toward Scaled Production and Commercial Launch
Reports from the China Low Altitude Economy Alliance indicate that the number of eVTOL vehicles could reach 100,000 units by 2030, serving either personal mobility or air taxi services. Projections suggest that major Chinese cities will witness significant infrastructure development within the next two to three years to accommodate this new mode of aerial transportation.
Chery previously showcased a prototype of its flying vehicle during a tech event held in October, where it successfully completed a test flight covering nearly 80 kilometers. In February 2025, the company released a video documenting the prototype in flight, sparking widespread interest among followers of future mobility innovations.
Bridging Ground and Air Mobility Technologies
Chery’s flying car project relies heavily on an industrial supply chain that closely aligns with the electric vehicle sector, with nearly 80 percent of its components overlapping, particularly in areas like electric motors, electronic control systems, and battery units. This strong industrial synergy gives Chery a clear advantage in accelerating production without the need to build an entirely new infrastructure, paving the way for a faster transition to commercial manufacturing.
The brand joins a growing list of prominent Chinese players venturing into aerial mobility, including Xpeng through its subsidiary Aeroht, which has already begun constructing a dedicated production facility with plans to begin deliveries by 2026. Similarly, GAC Group introduced its new flying car brand Govy in December 2024, unveiling its first model, the Govy Airjet. In March, Changan also announced its intention to complete flight testing for its own flying car by the end of this year.
Through this bold move, Chery strengthens its position as a genuine innovator in the future of mobility, establishing itself as a key player in a rapidly evolving tech landscape that could soon redefine how cities function and how people move within them.
