UAE may host the world's first flying car race

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Maca Flight introduced its hydrogen-powered flying race car at CES 2023 earlier this year.

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The vehicle is anticipated to cost $2 million and has a maximum speed of 250km/h with no CO2 emissions. Designed for a single occupant, the flying race car can soar 4-5 meters above the ground.

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Maca Flight, which originated from European airplane manufacturer Airbus, has teamed up with Red Bull to further the project.

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The company intends to offer training to those who purchase its flying race car and plans to supply a racetrack for testing purposes. The firm is also pursuing regulatory approvals for its vehicle and has been pre-approved by the European certification agency EAA.

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Presales for Maca Flight's hydrogen-powered flying race car are slated to commence in the coming months.

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