10 Game-Changing Flying Car and eVTOL Companies in 2025
The dream of flying cars is no longer just sci-fi; it’s hovering right above rush-hour traffic in 2025. A new wave of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicles and “flying cars” is preparing for liftoff, blending drones, planes, and automobiles into something straight out of The Jetsons. Whether you’re an investor tracking the next big thing or a tech enthusiast imagining a commuter craft in your garage, 2025 is poised to be a landmark year for personal air mobility.
In fact, the momentum behind this movement is growing fast. From sleek air taxis nearing certification to actual drivable flying cars you can pre-order, these brands are leading the charge. Moreover, public interest is shifting from curiosity to real-world expectations as prototypes become products. As a result, the line between fantasy and feasible transport is getting thinner by the month.
In this rundown, we’ll explore the top 10 eVTOL and flying car companies to watch in 2025, focusing on real models you might actually ride in or even own soon.
1. Joby Aviation
Pioneering eVTOL Air Taxis Joby Aviation, based in California, is a standout in the eVTOL air taxi race. Their five-seat electric aircraft (pilot plus four passengers) is designed for ridesharing flights in cities. The aircraft can fly up to 150 miles on a charge and hit speeds of 200 mph. It uses six tilt-rotors powered by batteries, enabling vertical takeoffs and efficient winged flight. Joby is already flying full-scale prototypes and is on track to launch commercial service as early as 2025. It plans to operate as an air taxi service.
While you can’t buy one, you may be able to hail a flying ride via app. Joby’s partnerships with Uber, Delta, and Toyota, along with progress toward FAA certification, make it a serious contender.
2. Archer Aviation
Midnight Air Taxi Marvel Archer Aviation’s Midnight eVTOL aircraft is designed for short hops of 20–50 miles, with rapid battery charging between trips. The aircraft can carry four passengers plus a pilot, offering a max range of 100 miles and a top speed around 150 mph. Archer emphasizes reliability over extreme range.
The company secured a $1 billion order from United Airlines and formed a manufacturing partnership with Stellantis. Estimated cost per aircraft is around $5 million. Archer aims to start air taxi operations in Los Angeles and New York City by 2025.
3. Volocopter
Urban Air Mobility from Germany Volocopter’s VoloCity is a two-seat multicopter eVTOL with 18 small rotors. It offers a range of about 22 miles and a top speed near 60 mph. Designed for urban commutes, it’s being tested in Europe and Asia. Although Volocopter filed for insolvency in Germany in 2025, it continues to work with regulators and seek funding.
The estimated cost of a VoloCity is around €300,000. Volocopter intends to operate these air taxis through designated “VoloPorts” in cities like Paris and Singapore.
4. EHang
Autonomous Flying Cars from China EHang’s EH216 is a two-seat, fully autonomous eVTOL with a 21-mile range and a top speed of 80 mph. It was the first eVTOL to receive type certification in China.
The EH216-S model is priced at approximately $410,000. EHang has deployed units in China for tourism and emergency transport and is expanding internationally. Its design, cost, and autonomy make it one of the most accessible eVTOL options currently available.
5. Alef Aeronautics
The first real flying car might just be the Model A, a two-seat electric vehicle developed by Alef Aeronautics. It drives like a regular car but can take off vertically for short-distance flight. The aircraft offers a flight range of 110 miles and a driving range of 200 miles.
While road speed is limited to 25 mph, it can reach about 100 mph in the air. Alef has secured over 2,500 pre-orders and expects to begin deliveries in 2025. Priced at $300,000, the Model A is designed for practical, door-to-door urban air travel.
6. ASKA
The drive-and-fly SUV concept is coming to life with the ASKA A5, a four-seat hybrid-electric eVTOL that also functions as a road-legal vehicle. Built by ASKA, the A5 combines vertical flight capabilities with the practicality of a large electric SUV. It offers a projected flight range of 250 miles and can cruise in the air at up to 150 mph.
On the ground, it drives like a traditional SUV, and its safety systems include multiple redundant motors and a ballistic parachute. Priced around $789,000, ASKA expects to begin deliveries in 2026 and is actively road testing while working closely with the FAA.
7. PAL-V
The Liberty from PAL-V is a three-wheeled gyrocopter that transforms into an aircraft. On the road, it can reach speeds up to 100 mph, while in the air it offers a range of 250–310 miles and a top speed of 112 mph.
The Liberty has already received road certification in Europe and is currently progressing through aviation approvals. Pricing starts at €299,000 for the base model, with customer deliveries expected in 2024.
8. Klein Vision
The AirCar is a two-seat sports car that converts into a light aircraft, developed by Klein Vision. Its current prototype offers a flying range of about 62 miles and a top airspeed of 118 mph, with future versions expected to reach up to 186 mph.
The AirCar has received a Certificate of Airworthiness in Slovakia and is projected to cost between $500,000 and $1 million. Klein Vision aims for full certification and possible production by 2025.
9. SkyDrive
The SD-05 is a compact two-seat eVTOL developed by SkyDrive, designed for short urban flights. Backed by the Japanese government and Suzuki, it’s expected to begin operations during the Osaka World Expo in 2025.
While full specs are still in development, the SD-05 is designed for short-range, intra-city trips. Production is underway, with public flight demonstrations planned in the lead-up to launch.
10. XPENG AeroHT
China’s Modular Flying Car XPeng AeroHT is developing a modular flying car that combines a six-wheeled electric vehicle with a drone-like flight module. The XPeng X2, its current eVTOL, is already conducting demo flights.
The upcoming modular car is priced under $280,000 and scheduled for mass production in 2026. XPeng’s approach could make flying cars more mainstream by leveraging their existing EV infrastructure.