In contrast to the majority of existing *flying cars*, which typically take the form of helicopters, Alef Aeronautics, an American company, has introduced a prototype that resembles a conventional automobile. This electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicle is capable of ascending vertically with electric power, akin to a drone or helicopter, thus removing the necessity for a runway like that of an airplane.

Alef asserts that the vehicle, which currently seats only one passenger, can navigate in any direction. The car has participated in various test flights, one of which was witnessed by *NBC News*. However, the report highlighted that no observer saw a driver getting in or out of the vehicle during the demonstration. Alongside its flying capabilities, the car is able to operate on standard roads, though it is categorized as a Low Speed Vehicle (LSV) with a top speed of 25 miles per hour.

Up to this point, Alef has secured over **3,200 preorders** for the vehicle, which comes with a price tag of **$299,999**. The company projects to commence mass production **within the next year**. Whether Alef can effectively transform this visionary idea into reality is still uncertain, as is the evolution of regulations regarding flying cars in the forthcoming years.