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UAE may host first-ever flying car race

By Sanjana Shankar

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Flying car race

The UAE may host the world's first flying car race, with a championship potentially taking place by late 2025. 

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Participants

Maca Flight's CEO, Christian Pineau, envisions 8 to 10 competitors in the debut race. Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Bahrain have also expressed interest in hosting the event. 

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Race car

Maca Flight introduced its $2 million hydrogen-powered flying race car earlier this year, which boasts a top speed of 250km/h and zero CO2 emissions. 

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Partnership

Maca Flight, which originated from Airbus, has partnered with Red Bull to advance the project. It also plans to offer training for buyers. 

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Approval

The firm is pursuing regulatory approvals for its vehicle and has been pre-approved by the European certification agency EAA. 

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Presales

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

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