DeLorean Climbs Skyward to Race Electric Flying Cars
The team will race the Airspeeder Mk3C in its debut season as DeLorean expands into electric flying-car racing.
- DeLorean Motor Company joined the Airspeeder International Series, becoming the first American constructor in the electric flying-car racing championship. The team will debut this November.
- Founded by Australian entrepreneur Matt Pearson, Airspeeder aims to accelerate electric flight technology through racing competition, mirroring what Formula 1 achieved in automotive advancement. The partnership builds on DeLorean's 40-year "flying car" heritage.
- During its debut season, the team will race standardized Mk3C aircraft featuring DeLorean-designed styling. Beginning with the 2027-28 season, DeLorean will collaborate with engineering students from UC Berkeley and Georgia Tech to develop future race aircraft.
- Automakers like Hyundai, Toyota, Honda, and Stellantis are investing in advanced air mobility projects as industry interest grows. DeLorean's entry positions the revived brand to explore electric vertical takeoff and landing technology beyond its stainless-steel sports car heritage.
- Experts note that widespread adoption of flying cars requires fully autonomous electric aircraft and revamped infrastructure. The racing program serves as a development venue to test advancements for the broader air mobility industry.
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