indian auto manufacturer tata motors has planned to release the 'AIRPOD' and air-powered urban vehicle. the three passenger
transportation module uses compressed air instead of traditional alternative fuels like compressed hydrogen or compressed natural gas
for a carbon-neutral, zero-emissions ride. developed by MDI, its special engine works by extracting air pressure from its 175 liter
storage tank on board, which refills itself either through an external pump or while driving with the help of a complimentary electric motor.
the vehicle reaches a top speed of 43 mp/h ( 70 km/h ), making it ideal for urban inner city travel in congested metropolis areas.
with a range of over two hundred kilometers, it only takes around two minutes for a full tank, costing approximately one euro to fill.
the vehicle is currently is its second phase of testing, and is expected to be commerically available in the near future.
filling the storage tank with compressed air
left: opening the 'AIRPOD' front hatch for driver access
right: 'AIRPOD' in lime green
seating configuration
via gearburn
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