Road congestion remains a major concern in urban cities. To address this, the Indian government is working towards making air mobility, including air taxis, a reality. The next frontier in mobility technology includes 6G connectivity, AI, autonomous vehicles, and advanced technologies that offer enhanced connectivity features.

For air mobility to become a reality, the center is working aggressively. The governments of Gujarat and Andhra Pradesh are currently evaluating potential sandbox sites to test advanced air mobility solutions.

Govt scouts for sandbox sites for air mobility in Gujarat, AP

The key to scaling air taxis and cargo drones lies in the proper mapping of air corridors. The UAE, a nation rich in oil and gas resources, has already begun testing two-seater, propeller-topped flying taxis made by Germany's Volocopter in Dubai since 2017.

UAE begins mapping corridors for air taxis and cargo drones


A Path Toward Carbon Neutrality

Toyota Motor Corporation has introduced a more efficient, durable and cost-effective fuel cell system powered by hydrogen. This third-generation fuel cell system, designed for commercial vehicles, will be launched next year but will be showcased at the H2 & EXPO in Tokyo on February 19.

Toyota unveils 3rd generation fuel cell system for commercial vehicles


Hurdle to the Automatic Transition

Despite the convenience of automatic transmission, many Indian buyers are still opting for manual variants. The reason lies in the high prices of automatic vehicles, which are inflated by advanced features. This price disparity is deterring buyers from making the shift to automatic transmission, even when it's their preferred option.

Shift from manual ain't automatic for most Indians as high prices keep buyers in first gear


The Future of Connectivity

The advancement of connectivity and features will propel the next generation of mobility. To learn more about how AI, ML, cloud connectivity, and 6G networks will shape the future, read the full article.

Shaping connected vehicles: AI, 6G Cloud and semiconductor innovations for 2030 and beyond


For a deep dive into the evolving Connected Vehicle industry, technology adoption trends, and the latest developments, don't miss the 5th ETAuto Connected Vehicle Summit on February 20th at Hilton Chennai. Join senior industry leaders and technologists who are shaping the future of the sector. To register, click on https://auto.economictimes.indiatimes.com/connected-vehicle-summit


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