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Where's my flying car?
Apr 19, 2024
Writer Gideon Lewis-Kraus discusses the history and challenges of flying cars in America. From comical contraptions to modern advancements, he explores safety regulations, technological progress, and the potential of air taxis. The podcast delves into the future of aerial commuting, personal flying vehicles, and the exhilaration of experiencing flight for the first time.
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- The history of actual flying cars in America dates back to the early 20th century, with inventors persistently striving to merge car and aviation technologies.
- Innovative solutions and pivotal figures like Bertha Benz played a key role in overcoming challenges faced by early automotive prototypes, paving the way for future advancements like Ford's Model A.
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The Beginnings of the Automotive Revolution
In 1885, Carl Benz invented the Benz patent motor car, considered a crucial part of the automotive revolution. His wife, Bertha Benz, played a pivotal role in its development, even embarking on the first automotive road trip in history, igniting the world's imagination about automotive travel possibilities.
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