SkyDrive is looking to commence air taxi service during the 2025 World Expo in Osaka, Japan
Japanese auto giant Suzuki has announced a partnership with Japan’s SkyDrive for research and development of flying cars.
SkyDrive and Suzuki will collaborate in business and technology, and develop new markets, with an initial focus in India. The two parties are yet to disclose details on investment collaboration, product timelines and target.
SkyDrive has been developing flying cars and cargo drones since 2018. As per the company, its cargo drones are already in service at various worksites in Japan, especially in mountainous areas. Currently, the company is developing a compact, two-seat electric flying car and is aiming for full-scale production.
SkyDrive is looking to commence air taxi service during the 2025 World Expo in Osaka, Japan.
Recently, Suzuki announced it is investing ₹10,440 crore for the development of electric vehicles and EV batteries in India. It is also working with Toyota on an all-electric midsize SUV, slated for launch in January 2025. Designed for India and other global markets, the EV will be based on an all-electric platform, co-developed by a consortium of seven Japanese carmakers and suppliers.
