XPENG’s subsidiary Aridge has launched the world’s first mass-production factory for flying cars in Guangzhou. The vehicle named “Land Carrier” can operate both as a car and as an aircraft. The massive 120,000-square-meter factory, located in the Huangpu district of Guangzhou, is designed for large-scale production of XPENG’s modular flying car.
The company says this high-tech plant can produce up to 10,000 units per year, with an initial capacity of 5,000. When operating at full speed, one complete vehicle can roll off the production line every 30 minutes.
The facility is powered by photovoltaic energy systems and includes five specialized workshops focused on carbon-fiber production, propulsion testing, assembly, painting, and final integration. Each workshop plays a role in ensuring that the vehicle is both safe and efficient for use in the air and on the ground.
“The Land Carrier marks the start of a new chapter in human mobility,” said an Aridge spokesperson during the launch. “It’s not just about flying cars; it’s about building a bridge between the sky and the road.”
The Land Carrier is a fully modular vehicle that can separate into two parts — a land module and an aerial module. The land vehicle, often called the “mother vehicle,” has a six-wheel, all-wheel-drive system with rear-wheel steering. It measures about 5.5 meters long and 2 meters wide, allowing it to fit in regular parking spaces and be driven on public roads using a standard driver’s license.
The aerial module features six rotors made from carbon fiber, giving it the strength and lightness needed for flight. It can take off and land vertically like a drone, powered entirely by electricity. The cockpit offers a 270-degree panoramic view, giving pilots or drivers a clear field of vision. Users can fly the vehicle manually with a control stick or switch to autonomous flight mode, which handles route planning, takeoff, landing, and automatic return home.
XPENG describes the experience as a smooth transition between two worlds land and sky. “We want people to imagine a day where commuting to work or visiting friends could include both driving and flying,” the company explained.
Aridge has emphasized that the new factory is built with sustainability in mind. The facility is powered by solar panels and features a digital energy management system that monitors and optimizes energy usage in real time. The production process uses carbon-fiber composites, which are lightweight but extremely durable, helping to improve energy efficiency and reduce the environmental impact of flying cars.
Each Land Carrier is designed to run on clean electric power, producing zero emissions during operation. The company hopes this will support China’s national goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2060. “Our goal is not just innovation,” said XPENG’s spokesperson. “It’s innovation with responsibility — technology that helps people and protects the planet.”
The global response to XPENG’s flying car project has been overwhelmingly positive. Aridge has already received over 7,000 pre-orders worldwide, including 600 from the Middle East, where interest in futuristic mobility solutions is rapidly growing. Mass production and deliveries are expected to start between 2026 and 2027.
Industry experts say the Land Carrier could transform both personal and commercial transportation, especially for short-distance travel and emergency services. With its ability to drive and take off vertically, it could help reduce traffic congestion in large cities while providing a faster and greener travel option.
“Flying cars used to be a dream seen only in science fiction,” said a Chinese automotive analyst in a recent interview. “But now, with XPENG’s production-ready models, that dream is becoming real.”
The flying car industry is still young, but XPENG’s achievement shows that mass production is now possible. The company is also working with local aviation regulators to ensure that the Land Carrier meets safety and airworthiness standards for both road and air use. Extensive flight tests are scheduled over the coming months.
For now, the launch of the Aridge factory signals a turning point in global mobility. It demonstrates how China is leading the race to commercialize flying vehicles, while other nations are still experimenting with prototypes. Analysts believe that XPENG’s early investment in electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) technology gives it a significant advantage in shaping the future of smart transportation.
“Imagine driving your car to the edge of the city, then taking off into the sky to skip traffic,” said XPENG CEO He Xiaopeng earlier this year. “That’s not a fantasy anymore. It’s happening.”
